Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

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Jonathan Kuminga's agent Aaron Turner breaks down contract talks with Warriors Sep 19, 2025

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Jonathan Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner sits down with Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole on "Dubs Talk" to pull back the curtain on the ongoing contract negotiations between his client and the Golden State Warriors, and where both sides stand with training camp quickly approaching.

(02:45) - Mike Dunleavy stated he wanted to "get something done sooner than later," but on Sept. 19 there still is not resolution to Jonathan Kuminga's situation
(07:00) - Can Jonathan Kuminga become the player he wants to be on the Warriors?
(10:00) - Aaron Turner believes Kuminga can learn to play next to Jimmy Butler in the non-Steph Curry minutes
(19:00) - Did success from Minnesota Timberwolves series and Jonathan Kuminga going head-to-head with Anthony Edwards complicate negotiations?
(21:15) - Breaking down the "Player Option" vs. the "Team Option"
(29:00) - Warriors stars and Jonathan Kuminga all are on the same page of trying to win a championship this year
(38:00) - Steve Kerr said in his exit interview that if Jonathan Kuminga returns he would work to find a fit, have they heard that as well?
(43:00) - Are Aaron Gordon and Shawn Marion good player comps for Kuminga?
(44:30) - Will JK return on the QO is the TO doesn't turn into a PO?

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With Warriors increasing their contract offer to Jonathan Kuminga, could a resolution happen soon? Sep 16, 2025

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The Golden State Warriors have increased their contract offer to Jonathan Kuminga, but the sides have not come to an agreement. Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down the contract negotiations as well as how it might impact the rest of the team, before giving flowers to the Golden State Valkyries for their success in their inaugural season.

(02:00) - The Warriors have a new offer(s) on the table for Jonathan Kuminga while other free agents wait

(07:00) - The Kuminga restricted free agency situation remains unresolved as Warriors Media Day approaches

(08:30) - Could Draymond Green move into an Andre Iguodala type role to make room for Kuminga to start?

(20:00) - Is Bob Myers' ability to connect with people and players missing in these negotiations?

(26:45) - If Warriors flip "Team Option" to a "Player Option," Kuminga will sign contract

(32:15) - The Valkyries are bringing the WNBA playoffs to the Bay, but will "Ballhalla" travel to SAP Center in San Jose?

(38:30) - Veronica Burton named WNBA Most Improved Player. Which Warriors player could make same leap this season?

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Where do Josh Giddey and Cam Thomas' free-agent conclusions leave Jonathan Kuminga? Sep 11, 2025

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What's the latest update on Trayce Jackson-Davis, Brandin Podziemski and the Golden State Warriors? Then Monte Poole and Bonta Hill break down Jonathan Kuminga's contract situation after fellow restricted free agent Josh Giddey got a new contract and Cam Thomas signed the qualifying offer.
(02:30) - Monte Poole gives the latest updates on the Warriors
(05:00) - After Josh Giddey got a new contract and Cam Thomas signed the qualifying offer, which situation is Jonathan Kuminga's more similar to?
(19:00) - Will the Jonathan Kuminga situation have an impact on the season?
(23:30) - Reaction to Adam Silver's comments and NBA rule changes

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With Jonathan Kuminga's future still a mystery, what will rest of Warriors' roster look like? Sep 03, 2025

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Where does Jonathan Kuminga rank on the list of top NBA forwards as his Golden State Warriors future hangs in limbo? Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss that as well as the league's top shooters on this "Dubs Talk" episode before answering more of your mailbag questions.

(02:30) - Where does Jonathan Kuminga rank among top NBA forwards?
(11:00) - What will Warriors' roster, starters look like this season?
(16:30) - Four players who could give Warriors a strong bench unit
(19:00) - Warriors might play multiple styles next season, mixing in youth and speed with the veterans
(21:45) - Is this the most frustrating summer in recent Warriors memory?
(33:15) - Monte and Bonta name their Top 5 shooters after Klay Thompson gave his list
(40:15) - Mailbag questions: "How do Moses Moody and Brandin Podziemski's 3-ball look?"
(42:45) - "Is it time for the Golden State Warriors to do a logo rebrand?"
(45:30) - "Is Quinten Post getting a starting role?"
(47:00) - "What can we realistically use as a definition for a successful Warriors season?"

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Answering fan mailbag questions on Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors' big man position, NBA free agency Aug 27, 2025

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Bonta Hill and Monte Poole answer your mailbag questions, from Jonathan Kuminga's future in Golden State to what the Warriors plan to do at the center position. You asked, and we answered on this episode of "Dubs Talk."

(02:30) - Latest on Jonathan Kuminga's situation with Golden State?
(08:15) - Why Jimmy Butler clouds JK's future minutes with Warriors
(17:00) - Where is Trayce Jackson-Davis' offensive development?
(21:30) - What potential improvements are Warriors looking at in free agency?
(28:30) - Where is De'Anthoy Melton in his rehab process?
(30:45) - Will Alex Toohey be signed or waived?
(31:45) - Lost in translation: Kevin Knox?
(33:30) - What will a full season of Jimmy Butler look like for Golden State?
(35:30) - How do Warriors manage Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler this season?

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Catching up with Steph at Curry Camp as Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga remain in contract stalemate Aug 19, 2025

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Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson break down where things stand in the Warriors' restricted free agency saga with Jonathan Kuminga. Then, Dalton exclusively speaks with Steph Curry about Golden State's upcoming season at the ninth annual Curry Camp.(02:45) - Kuminga accepting Warriors' qualifying offer a very real possibility

(07:45) - Would it be a detriment to Warriors' success if Kuminga returns?
(12:30) - How will Dub Nation react if Kuminga returns on the qualifying offer?
(21:30) - Discussing Kuminga's Warriors role if he returns
(22:30) - Exclusive 1-on-1 with Steph Curry

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Breaking down Warriors' NBA schedule release: Steph Curry still must-see TV Aug 14, 2025

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With the 2025-26 NBA schedule officially released, Bonta Hill and Monte Poole highlight their must-watch matchups for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors as the season approaches. Plus, the duo relive Steph Curry's "Golden Dagger" Olympics performance one year later.

(02:45) - No new Jonathan Kuminga news
(05:15) - Anniversary of the Olympics Curry Flurry and Golden Dagger - Was this Steph's biggest shot of his career?
(12:30) - Will that be the last time we see Steph on that big of a stage?
(19:00) - Which Warriors matchups to watch with NBA schedule released: Golden State opens the season in Los Angeles against the Lakers
(21:00) - Warriors' home opener against the retooled Denver Nuggets
(22:30) - Jimmy Butler returns to Miami again to face the Heat in mid-November
(26:00) - Will Klay Thompson play Grinch in Golden State on Christmas Day?
(28:30) - Warriors visit Kevin Durant and the Rockets in Houston for the NBA Cup
(38:00) - Warriors' NBA playoffs rematch with road back-to-back against the Timberwolves in January

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What would Jonathan Kuminga's Warriors return look like? Plus, 1-on-1 with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert Aug 06, 2025

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Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down the pros and cons should Jonathan Kuminga return to the Warriors, and if he and Golden State would have more options revisiting the situation at a later date. Then, Monte Poole is joined by WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert and to praise the Valkyries' incredible first season.

(02:00) - Is Jonathan Kuminga returning to the Warriors?
(05:30) - Pros, cons of a possible Kuminga return
(12:30) - Would next offseason bring Kuminga more fortune contract-wise?
(17:45) - How Steve Kerr will use Kuminga if he returns
(21:00) - Discussing Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler's 2025-26 NBA MVP odds
(27:00) - Why Valkyries deserve their flowers
(32:30) - Cathy Engelbert Interview

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As the Jonathan Kuminga saga continues, what is the best fit for his future? Jul 30, 2025

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Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the recent Jonathan Kuminga rumors, give insight into what they have been hearing, and analyze what the best fit for the Golden State Warriors forward might be.

(02:30) - Jonathan Kuminga saga continues as Marc Stein reported Golden State's offer to Kuminga topped out at two years, $40 million
(09:00) - Jonathan Kuminga is the Warriors' best solution to the non-Steph minutes. Could Kuminga be a No. 3 guy and a sixth man like Jamal Crawford or Lou Williams?
(16:45) - Would Kuminga fit on the Sacramento Kings with the likes of Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and Dennis Schröder?
(22:45) - Jonathan Kuminga getting Shawn Marion comparisons is not a diss
(26:30) - With the NBA returning to NBC, and Steph Curry, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant on the tail ends of their careers, the league focus will shift. Can the NBA thrive with a foreign-born player as the face of the league?
(31:15) - Can Cooper Flag become the American face of the league?
(35:45) - Do you fear skinny Luka Dončić?

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What's next for Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors as NBA offseason winds down? Plus, 1-on-1 with OKC star Alex Caruso Jul 23, 2025

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What's next for Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors now that NBA Summer League is over? Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down where the Dubs sit as the Western Conference loads up. Then, Alex Caruso joins Monte Poole from South Lake Tahoe at the American Century Championship golf tournament to discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's mindset as they try to repeat as NBA champions in the competitive West.

(03:00) - What's next for Kuminga, Warriors?
(05:00) - Kuminga, Warriors didn't talk numbers last offseason
(10:30) - Al Horford, De'Anthony Melton updates as other teams' rosters fill up
(13:30) - The Western Conference is loading up
(19:00) - Where do the West's biggest stars stand health-wise?
(23:15) - How much better can Warriors be next year? Can Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody progress?
(27:30) - Alex Caruso interview

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