Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Why Warriors’ youth is key to this season’s success Dec 07, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors' comeback victory over the Trailblazers, why Jonathan Kuminga’s performance was a sign of bigger changes needed to the rotation and why an influx of younger talent into the lineup is the key to this year's success.

(1:18) Kuminga spurs on Warriors’ comeback victory

(8:10) Could TJD be the interior defense answer for the Warriors?

(14:30) What will the lineup look like next game?

(18:54) How should Kerr distribute playing time?

(23:27) Was win over Blazers a turning point?

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How Warriors’ possible rotation, lineup changes could provide spark Dec 06, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors’ first 20 games of the season, what the expectations should be for Jonathan Kuminga and why the Warriors’ rookies deserve more court time. Plus, what grade should Golden State receive after its first 20 games?

(1:18) Warriors getting healthy during break

(8:10) Which Warriors need to get more playing time?

(14:30) Should the Warriors rest their veteran guys?

(19:54) Expectations for Kuminga moving forward

(24:27) Grading the Warriors' first 20 games

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Klay’s early struggles, CP3’s future and Steph’s leadership with Marc Stein Nov 30, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson are joined by Marc Stein to break down how Klay Thompson has earned patience for his early-season struggles, why the team’s struggles put a question mark on Chris Paul’s long-term future in Golden State and why Stein sees a contract extension on the horizon for Steve Kerr.

(1:18) GP2 out indefinitely with calf injury

(7:10) How do the Warriors move forward?

(12:30) Draymond gets tech in return from suspension

(18:54) Stein shares his initial thought on the Warriors

(25:27) How much patience does Klay deserve?

(30:11) Is Kerr destined for a contract extension?

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What to expect with Draymond’s return from suspension Nov 28, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Draymond Green’s return from his suspension, how he can be the same player despite his past penalties and why he is vital to the Warriors' success. Plus, Monte and Dalton shift their attention to the Kings matchup and discuss why this is a budding NorCal rivalry.

(1:18) Draymond set to return from suspension

(7:10) How does Draymond’s return impact the Warriors?

(13:30) Can Draymond be the same player?

(18:54) Kings, Warriors renew budding rivalry

(23:27) Where do Warriors stand in the stacked West?

(28:11) How can Warriors sure up their defense?

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Examining Chris Paul’s ‘key’ offensive element, importance of Klay’s overall impact Nov 21, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors snapping their home losing streak after their win against the Rockets, how Chris Paul displayed his ability to make others around him better and the resurgence of Klay Thompson.

(1:18) Warriors beat Rockets to snap losing streak

(6:10) Klay posts first 20-point game this season

(13:30) How versatile are the Warriors?

(18:24) Looking at the Warriors’ home court advantage

(26:11) Warriors’ expectations moving forward

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Exclusive: Steph Curry on his desire to become an NBA owner, chasing Olympic gold and his Mount Rushmore of sports Nov 16, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson are joined by Steph Curry to discuss his desire to become an NBA owner after his playing career, what his summer looks like next year with the 2024 Olympics and who is on his Mount Rushmore of non-basketball athletes.

(1:18) Steph continues to make waves off the court

(5:10) Breaking down Steph’s effect on basketball

(11:30) Steph on the WNBA coming the Bay Area

(15:54) Warriors set to host 2025 NBA All-Star Game

(23:27) Steph on his desire to become an NBA owner

(29:30) Who is the biggest outlier in NBA history?

(35:01) Steph on playing for Team USA

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Emergency podcast: Draymond Green suspended for five games Nov 16, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down what Draymond Green’s latest suspension means for the Warriors, why his history factored into his discipline and which players need to step up in Draymond and Steph Curry's absence.

(1:18) Initial reaction to Draymond’s suspension

(6:10) How did Draymond’s history factor into the suspension?

(12:30) Does this affect Draymond’s future?

(19:24) Who needs to step up for the Warriors?

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How Warriors can solve recent woes amid losing streak Nov 14, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors' current three-game losing streak, why Steph Curry shouldering the brunt of the scoring isn’t sustainable and how the rookies could help solve their recent woes. Plus, Monte and Dalton weigh in on which Warriors team is the best of all time.

(1:18) Warriors drop third straight game in loss to Minnesota

(5:10) Does Kerr need to switch up the lineups?

(12:30) How can Warriors limit their fouls?

(17:54) Which is the best Warriors team of all time?

(23:27) What are the differences in the championship teams?

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Analyzing Wiggins’ early struggles, lessons learned from recent road trip Nov 09, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors' recent 2-2 road trip, how the lessons they learned will help them in the long run and why the positives drastically outweigh the overall record. Plus, they shift their attention to the upcoming homestand and explain why this could be the time for Andrew Wiggins to break out of his early season slump.

(1:18) Warriors show encouraging signs in loss to Nuggets

(7:10) How should Warriors feel after the road trip?

(13:30) TJD, Podziemski earning Warriors’ trust

(18:54) Should Warriors worry about Wiggins’ slow start?

(23:27) Looking ahead on the Warriors’ schedule

(29:11) Grading the Warriors’ road trip

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2025 NBA All-Star Game, Steph’s impact and one-on-one with Adam Silver Nov 07, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss the news that Chase Center will host the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, what this announcement means for the Warriors and Steph Curry and why fans throughout the Bay Area should be excited. Plus, NBA commissioner Adam Silver stops by to discuss the 2025 plans and how Curry factored into the decision.

(1:18) Santos signs three-year deal with Golden State

(7:10) NBA awards 2025 All-Star Game to the Bay Area

(11:30) Silver on the All-Star Game selection process

(15:54) Silver on the Warriors' growth over the last decade

(21:10) What does Steph mean to the All-Star Game?

(29:30) Do the Warriors need to add interior help?

(35:10) Warriors vs. Nuggets preview

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