Yaxel Lendeborg went through the 2025 pre-draft process and said the Warriors told him he behaved "like a jackass" in his combine interview. He won them over with a matured approach after his season at Michigan. Steve Kerr's thoughts on Yaxel in here
The Warriors are standing pat as the Curry era reaches another crossroads
LeBron James chose elsewhere, major upgrades never materialized and Golden State is again banking on continuity.
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The Warriors are bringing back nearly the entirety of a core with durability question marks. Steve Kerr: “(Sometimes) not making a move can be the best thing to do for your future.” ESPN story on a stagnant summer
The Warriors are standing pat as the Curry era reaches another crossroads
LeBron James chose elsewhere, major upgrades never materialized and Golden State is again banking on continuity.
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LeBron James made clear he prioritized winning a 2027 championship in his free agency decision. That left the Warriors well down the final list. Quick NBA Today reaction
Steph Curry called it “premature” to discuss LeBron James to the Warriors but acknowledged the “allure” of it: “Him going into his 24th season, me into my 18th, the battles we’ve had, that would be such a unique story in NBA history, in sports history.”
Quinten Post's three year, $30 million offer sheet in Memphis only had $9 million guaranteed (first season), but the Grizzlies laced it with unlikely incentives that hit apron calculations. Warriors decided overall price too rich. They aren't matching.
Sources: Grizzlies land Post after Warriors pass on offer sheet
The Warriors will not match the three-year, $30 million offer sheet for reserve center Quinten Post, allowing the restricted free agent to join the Grizzlies.
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The Lakers are in the most active pursuit of unrestricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, but have not yet made an enticing enough offer for him to commit, per sources. Here’s the latest on Kuminga.
Sources: Lakers continue pursuit of free agent Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers continue to pursue unrestricted free agent wing Jonathan Kuminga, but they have not yet given him an enticing enough offer to commit, sources told ESPN.
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Darius Acuff wasn’t shy in his Kings summer league debut: 29 shots in 24 minutes. Made nine of them. Struggled from 3, had some shots blocked at the rim early, smooth in the mid range. Scored 25. Set up Nique Clifford for the game-winning 3 on his fourth assist with five seconds left.
Pair of relevant notes on Kristaps Porzingis' new contract, per sources. 1. Only $3 million is guaranteed for the second season. 2. He's immediately trade eligible because of the structure of the two-year, $40 million extension (no more than 5% raise between yrs 1 and 2).
The Warriors have been hesitant in past transaction cycles to trade for Anthony Davis due to contract/assets required. There’s also the Jimmy Butler side of the equation. Quick SportsCenter hit on a developing situation
Yaxel Lendeborg: “They put my locker right next to Steph Curry. I know we got a lot of work to do to become best friends.”
Al Horford talks to ESPN about his return to the Warriors on a two-year deal, becoming only the 13th player in NBA history to reach a 20th season. “It’s hard to believe.” Story with @shamscharaniaespn.bsky.social
Al Horford says he's returning to Warriors, to play 20th season
Al Horford plans to return to the Warriors next season, he told ESPN. Sources say he intends to sign a two-year, $14 million contract once free agency begins next month.
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Warriors have plenty of roster business ahead, but very possible 54th overall pick Lajae Jones becomes a stash or two-way candidate. They don't anticipate being as financially constricted as in past years, so 2nd round rookie minimum contract not as necessary. Could change.
Here’s Mike Dunleavy on the dynamic between him and Joe Lacob leading up to the draft: “He’s so into it.”
Mike Dunleavy on his pre-pick interaction with Joe Lacob: “We got into it about the best golf course in San Francisco.” Later said there was some discussion about possible trades before they took Yaxel Lendeborg
The Warriors are taking Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th pick, per sources.
Here's the latest intel on the Warriors a week out from the draft and two weeks out from free agency.
Everything we know about a pivotal Golden State Warriors offseason
From a lottery pick to the trade market, here's what we know about the Warriors' offseason plans.
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Warriors are working out Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg tomorrow at Chase Center. Older prospect, bigger wing who is a theoretical plug-and-play option. He is a real option for them at #11. A few other lottery prospects expected in SF next week.
Sam Presti spoke for 100+ minutes today on a number of Thunder related topics, including the free throw conversation around SGA. "He drew 415 fouls this year. Eleven were challenged. Eleven. Four of those were overturned." ESPN story
Thunder GM Sam Presti defends Chet Holmgren, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Thunder GM Sam Presti supported center Chet Holmgren following their disappointing playoff exit and hit back against the nagging criticism star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets for his foul-drawing.
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The Thunder’s roster cost a manageable $186.7 million this season. It’s currently projected to spike toward $250 million next season, deep into the second apron. ESPN story on the real question ahead for OKC and its ownership group
Thunder's next test: How far will OKC go to keep its roster intact?
With extensions kicking in and a tax bill set to soar, major financial decisions loom for Oklahoma City's budding dynasty.
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Here is some Devin Vassell sound from a lively Spurs shootaround this morning. He mentioned the Cavaliers-Warriors a decade ago as his most memorable Game 7. Feels like a similarly important result tonight for direction of league.
Steve Kerr is returning for his 13th season as Warriors head coach and was critical of his 12th season: “I have to be better.” ESPN story on Kerr and Mike Dunleavy’s press conferences this afternoon
Kerr critical of coaching job, excited for return to Warriors
In his first media availability since deciding to return to the Golden State Warriors for a 13th season, Steve Kerr was critical of the job he did in his 12th season as the head coach.
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Mike Dunleavy said the Warriors will look at all options with the 11th pick. Using it in a “strong draft” or: “If there’s offers for the pick to move up, move back, trade for a veteran player that can help us.”
Mike Dunleavy: “This isn’t about the roster frankly. This year, I don’t think we came up short because of the talent on the roster. It was injuries and things we can control.”
The Warriors are losing their top two assistant coaches. Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse are departing the franchise, sources told ESPN. Their contracts expired and both are interested in pursuing head coaching opportunities. Full details here
Sources: Warriors assistants Stotts, Stackhouse won't return
Warriors assistants Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse are both departing the franchise, league sources told ESPN.
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Mike Conley on the non-suspension for Wembanyama: “I don’t think we thought about it at all. Once the ruling came down, we expected that. Move forward. We don’t want guys to miss games. We want to play against the best.”
Here’s a quick NBA Today hit on the Steve Kerr negotiation and decision to return. Ultimately there was a consensus agreement that Kerr remains the right coach to help guide out the Steph Curry era. How it ends matters to the franchise.
The Warriors stick at the 11th spot in the draft. They had a 9.4 percent chance of jumping into the top four, but no lottery luck. It's considered a deep draft. Still a high-value pick that could be used on an intriguing late lottery prospect or as a trade chip.
Steve Kerr is remaining with the Warriors on a two-year deal that keeps him as the highest paid coach in the NBA. Full ESPN story with @ShamsCharania and @ramonashelburne www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...
Steve Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to remain with Warriors
Steve Kerr has agreed to a two-year contract to return as head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Dan Eveloff and Rick Smith of Priority Sports told ESPN on Saturday.
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Jaden McDaniels on Victor Wembanyama: “He’s eight feet tall. He contests everything. He’s just good at his job.” “When I see myself on film next to him, he look tall as hell.”
Pregame report from San Antonio. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are getting healthier and Chris Finch is lobbying for goaltend calls.