SAN FRANCISCO – With not one but two abrasive, chest-beating, trash-talking All-Stars, the Warriors don’t need a pregame fire from coach Steve Kerr. Draymond Green and his new teammate, Chris Paul, are two dead trees in the forest. Rub them through 82 games and there should be enough fire burning under the Warriors all the… Continue reading Draymond Green, Chris Paul excited to form Warriors’ evil twin dynamic – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
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LeBron James dedicated the Lakers season to Bronny; James Harden skipped the 76ers media day
It’s been a somber NBA offseason, culminating in a blockbuster trade last week that sent Damian Lillard to Milwaukee and a left-back move on Sunday when the Boston Celtics acquired Jrue Holiday. There are many storylines that remain: James Harden’s trade request has not been granted and the 2023 MVP, Joel Embiid, may be watching… Continue reading LeBron James dedicated the Lakers season to Bronny; James Harden skipped the 76ers media day
Five Warriors questions that will dictate the direction of the 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Spotlights come in many sizes, with varying degrees of wattage. And those that the Warriors are targeting this season, as they try to rejoin the NBA elite, span the entire range. A highly anticipated media day comes Monday, after which coaches and players enter the Chase Center practice facility Tuesday to seek answers to a… Continue reading Five Warriors questions that will dictate the direction of the 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Joe Mazzulla is the reason why the Celtics-Malcolm Brogdon relationship is getting worse
After a great performance and winning the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year Award, Malcolm Brogdon has officially parted ways with the Boston Celtics. This is not surprising. All this fell apart after reports surfaced of the guard being disgruntled. And, Brad Stevens initially dealt with him in the Kristaps Porzingis sweepstakes. However, maybe there… Continue reading Joe Mazzulla is the reason why the Celtics-Malcolm Brogdon relationship is getting worse
Steve Kerr confident Warriors culture will rebound in 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
The Warriors have made several roster changes in an effort to return to championship contention, but have a bigger priority heading into the 2023-24 NBA season. Golden State has maintained an impressive culture over the past decade or so, but it was a different story last season when Draymond Green punched former Warriors guard Jordan… Continue reading Steve Kerr confident Warriors culture will rebound in 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
5 Detroit Pistons storylines that matter for 2023-24 and beyond
The 2023-24 season for the Detroit Pistons has finally arrived. Media day will take place on Monday, where general manager Troy Weaver, head coach Monty Williams and the players will reveal their expectations and hopes for the season. After winning an NBA-worst 17 games last year, there is optimism that fortune will be better. The… Continue reading 5 Detroit Pistons storylines that matter for 2023-24 and beyond
Pacific Records: Vincent, Primo, Gay, McGruder, Suns
In an interview with Mark Medina of Sportskeeda, Gabe Vincent said he was not angry about that Lakers coach Darwin Ham already selected D’Angelo Russell as his starting point guard. Vincent is only a few months removed from starting the Heat in the NBA Finals, but he is ready to accept a reserve role with… Continue reading Pacific Records: Vincent, Primo, Gay, McGruder, Suns
Draymond Green suffers ankle injury ahead of Warriors training camp – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
The Warriors’ 2023-24 NBA season hasn’t started yet, but it’s reportedly off to a rocky start. Golden State forward Draymond Green suffered a sprained left ankle, a source confirmed to NBC Sports Bay Area’s Monte Poole on Saturday, announcing that the injury is not considered serious but will limit his work in training camp. .… Continue reading Draymond Green suffers ankle injury ahead of Warriors training camp – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Warriors’ loss of Jordan Poole will be felt throughout the 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Exactly 12 weeks and one day ago, the NBA officially recognized the trade that sent Jordan Poole from the Warriors to the Wizards in Golden State’s valiant attempt to mend a broken locker room. And maybe even recover their mythical culture. This strategy can work. Acquiring 12-time All-Star Chris Paul, who is 14 years older… Continue reading Warriors’ loss of Jordan Poole will be felt throughout the 2023-24 NBA season – NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Jaden McDaniels of the Timberwolves enters Year 4 focused on hoops, not scrimmage
One by one, the core members of the Minnesota Timberwolves have been paid off. Anthony Edwards signed his longest contract in July. Naz Reid got a nice extension last June. Karl-Anthony Towns will start his five-year max this season. A Wolf stood alone waiting for his deal, and he slightly higher than he did last… Continue reading Jaden McDaniels of the Timberwolves enters Year 4 focused on hoops, not scrimmage