Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

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Klay Thompson's highly anticipated Chase Center return is here Nov 12, 2024

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On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson take a look back at Klay Thompson's Warriors tenure ahead of his return to Golden State with the Dallas Mavericks. Monte and Dalton also break down how the Warriors validated themselves by winning four of five games on their tough road trip.

(01:45) - Klay Thompson returns to face the Warriors
(05:00) - What will Warriors fans do if Klay heats up against his former team?
(11:00) - Klay cares more than he lets on and still has something to give the game
(18:00) - What stood out the most from the Warriors' big road trip?
(24:15) - Warriors might have found their starting lineup

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Chris Mullin believes Warriors making statement with how they play after win over Celtics Nov 07, 2024

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On this episode of "Dubs Talk" Monte Poole is joined by Hall of Famer Chris Mullin to break down the Golden State Warriors' impressive 7-1 start to the season after beating the defending champion Boston Celtics, and how key improvements have led to this hot start.

(02:00) - Mullin believes Warriors are making a statement with "how they're playing, not who they are playing"
(09:30) - Advanced metric tells Mullin that point of attack has been an emphasis in Jerry Stackhouse's defense
(26:00) - Steve Kerr and Steph Curry relationship draws comparison to Gregg Popovich and Tim Duncan's leadership style
(32:45) - Mullin breaks down how Warriors' improved defense can hold up against undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers

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Warriors vs. Celtics game will be perfect test of depth Nov 05, 2024

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Kerith Burke is joined by Celtics insider Chris Forsberg to break down the Golden State Warriors' upcoming matchup with the Boston Celtics as the two teams put their depth to the test. The showdown brings up some old history as the 2022 champions take on the 2024 champions after an interesting offseason.

(03:45) - Does this Celtics team have similarities to Warriors' dynasty?

(08:15) - Does Jayson Tatum hold a grudge against Steve Kerr after Olympic experience?

(17:30) - What kind of reception will Steve Kerr receive at TD Garden?

(25:30) - What's going right for Warriors to start?

(27:15) - Will this game be "bench vs. bench" as Warriors' depth gets first real test?

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Draymond's DPOY motivation leading way on deep, reinvigorated Warriors defense Oct 31, 2024

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down on "Dubs Talk" how Draymond Green's defense and the Warriors' depth lifted Golden State to consecutive wins over the New Orleans Pelicans.

(01:30) - Dalton Johnson believes Warriors have established their identity early.

(07:15) - Breaking down Jonathan Kuminga coming off the bench against the Pelicans.

(14:10) - Buddy Hield and Lindy Waters III bringing more than just shooting.

(21:30) - Monte Poole believe if Draymond can play at this level all season, the Warriors can be a top 5 defense.

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Jonathan Kuminga hopes to take his Warriors growth to All-Star level Oct 29, 2024

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Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole sit down with Jonathan Kuminga to discuss the Warriors forward's offseason work and the goals he has set for himself. Then, Golden State's young star dives into which Warriors teammates have influenced him most, and how he is working to develop into a leader
(07:45) - Jonathan Kuminga breaks down what he's learned from Draymond Green
(09:38) - Kuminga details how the game has slowed down for him in year four
(17:33) - The young Warriors core are looking for build on Golden State's legacy
(26:40) - Kuminga explains his All-Star goals and how he plans to reach them

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Steph Curry injury update: How will Warriors navigate star guard's absence? Oct 28, 2024

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Kerith Burke and Monte Poole break down the news of Steph Curry’s ankle injury, and discuss which Warriors could start in his place. Kerith and Monte also analyze how Steph’s absence will affect the Warriors' shooting and spacing, and the ripple effects of the star point guard missing time.

(00:20) - Kerith lays out Warriors injury report from Clippers game (Curry, Melton, Wiggins)

(03:25) - Who will start in Steph's absence?

(07:50) - How does losing Steph affect the Warriors shooting and spacing? Will Moody and Waters see and increased role?

(12:50) - What will this mean for Kuminga? Monte could see the possibility of Moody starting because of floor spacing

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Warriors’ roster depth on display in season-opening blowout win Oct 24, 2024

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Kerith Burke and Festus Ezeli analyze how Steve Kerr’s 12-man rotation worked in the Warriors’ opening-night rout of the Portland Trail Blazers. Kerith and Festus also break down Andrew Wiggins’ performance, Buddy Hield’s seamless fit, and Brandin Podziemski’s strange statistical night.

1:15 How will Kerr’s 12-man rotation work over the course of a season?

11:00 First impressions of Andrew Wiggins as a shooting guard

15:45 Will Kuminga’s contract situation be in his mind throughout the season?

20:35 Buddy Hield’s seamless fit as Warriors’ sixth man

24:15 What to make of Podziemski's strange statistical night

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How Kuminga, Moody contract decisions will impact Warriors this season Oct 23, 2024

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Dalton Johnson and Bonta Hill break down Steve Kerr’s task of managing a deep Warriors roster, and discuss why Moses Moody’s contract extension will be a win for Golden State. Dalton and Bonta also analyze Mike Dunleavy’s decision to wait on signing Jonathan Kuminga to a huge extension.

3:30 How Warriors can get to 50 wins

4:45 Debating Warriors’ strongest starting five

7:00 Who will Steve Kerr choose to be in his closing five?

9:45 Why Moses Moody’s contract extension is a win for Warriors

14:00 Warriors willing to wait before investing in Jonathan Kuminga

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Steph, Draymond ‘excited’ to face challenges during 2024-25 NBA season Oct 17, 2024

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Kerith Burke sits down with Steph Curry and Draymond Green to discuss their offseasons and their excitement embracing challenges of the new Warriors season. Kerith also chats with Dalton Johnson to analyze Andrew Wiggins’ role and why Moses Moody deserves to be a part of Steve Kerr’s rotation.

2:00 What to make of Warriors' 5-0 preseason start

4:00 Will Andrew Wiggins play more shooting guard this season?

11:45 Moses Moody looks more confident, consistent

15:30 Steph Curry reflects on Olympics experience

30:00 Draymond Green on why Klay Thompson needed a change of scenery

35:15 Draymond shares his expectations for Wiggins, Kuminga

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Kerr shares his expectations for Wiggins, Kuminga this season Oct 11, 2024

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Kerith Burke sits down with Warriors coach Steve Kerr and GM Mike Dunleavy to discuss how Jonathan Kuminga can take another leap, why Andrew Wiggins is ready for a great season, and how the team is focused on shooting more 3-pointers this season.

0:45 What to make of Warriors' 3-point barrage in preseason win over Kings

4:00 Sense of camaraderie amongst the team after week together in Hawaii

13:00 Kerr explains why Wiggins is ready for a great season

16:45 Kerr details his Kuminga expectations for this season

36:00 Dunleavy explains why Kuminga was virtually untouchable in the offseason

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