Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

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What Cory Joseph can bring to Warriors, plus three players to watch in Vegas NBA Summer League Jul 08, 2023

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On this episode of the "Dubs Talk" podcast, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss the Warriors' signing of Cory Joseph, and what the veteran guard will bring to Golden State. Monte and Dalton also highlight three players to watch in the Vegas NBA Summer League games.

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Draymond Green agrees to four-year deal with Warriors on Day 1 of NBA free agency Jul 01, 2023

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On the latest episode of Dubs Talk, Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down Draymond's new four-year contract to keep the core intact with Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. The guys discuss whether this aging core can compete for another championship with teams like the Nuggets, Lakers, and Suns in a very competitive Western Conference. Plus, what other moves will Golden State make in free agency? Could Dario Saric and his high basketball IQ be the perfect fit?

(1:00) Breaking down Draymond Green's new contract

(3:25) With Draymond being 32 at the start of the season, is the length of the contract surprising?

(6:30) How cool it is to see three homegrown stars Steph, Klay and Dray remain together for so long

(8:45) Will there be a hometown discount on Klay Thompson's next contract?

(12:13) Can the core of Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green compete for another championship?

(15:00) Other moves around the Western Conference, including a "frightening" Phoenix Suns roster

(21:20) What is Golden State's next objective in free agency?

(22:45) Could free agent Dario Saric "check multiple boxes" for the Dubs?

(27:20) Monte questions Jordan Poole's basketball IQ and expects Warriors to add more "high IQ" veterans

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Warriors' free agency preview and what it might take to re-sign Draymond Jun 27, 2023

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On the latest episode of Dubs Talk, Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down potential free agent targets for the Warriors and what it might cost them to bring back Draymond Green. Monte and Dalton also discuss how acquiring Chris Paul could impact potential signings.

(1:20) Warriors’ roster heading into free agency

(2:40) Warriors’ free agency priorities after Draymond Green

(8:10) Could Dwight Howard be a good fit? Is he a better fit with Chris Paul?

(10:15) Brook Lopez would be a “dream” signing

(11:20) Why Robin Lopez, Bismack Biyombo, and Dwight Powell are “more realistic” signings

(16:00) Kevin Love and Joe Ingles could be intriguing options

(18:40) Andre Drummond, Mason Plumlee, JaVale McGee, Jeff Green, and Dario Saric are other potential options

(27:00) How Chris Paul trade could impact types of centers Warriors will target

(28:20) Chances Seth Curry, Austin Rivers or Patrick Beverly would sign with the Warriors

(34:10) Will Warriors bring back Ty Jerome and Lester Quinones?

(36:30) Assessment of Donte DiVincenzo’s season with Warriors

(38:30) Will Draymond Green’s annual salary will be higher/lower than the $27mil he turned down?

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2023 NBA Draft recap with Warriors assistant GM Larry Harris Jun 23, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson are joined by Warriors assistant GM Larry Harris to break down why the team drafted Brandin Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis, what skills the pair will bring to the Warriors and why this is only the beginning of the their planned roster construction.

(1:15) Harris on the Warriors’ two draft selections

(6:17) Harris details what Podziemski’s strengthens are

(11:50) Harris breaks down the Warriors draft philosophy

(15:51) How different was this draft without Myers?

(20:17) Examining the Chris Paul trade

(26:52) What will Podziemski bring to the Warriors?

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Emergency podcast: Warriors reportedly agree to trade for Chris Paul, send Jordan Poole to Washington Jun 22, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss the reported trade between the Warriors and Wizards, what Chris Paul will bring to Golden State and the message it sends to Draymond Green. Plus, is this just the start of the Warriors’ offseason moves?

(1:15) Warriors reportedly agree to trade for Chris Paul

(6:17) What could the next roster move be for the Warriors?

(11:50) is this the best fit for Paul?

(15:51) What will make this a successful trade?

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2023 NBA Draft preview with Dorell Wright Jun 21, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson are joined by Warriors analyst Dorell Wright to preview the upcoming NBA draft, including what type of player Golden State should target in the first round and why new GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. is set up for success.

(1:15) What should Warriors do with their first-round pick?

(6:17) Dorell explains his pre-draft process

(12:50) Key skills for the Warriors to target

(19:51) Dorell on the Warriors’ drive to get back to their heights

(23:17) Dorell breaks down why Dunleavy is set up for success

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Analyzing Draymond’s opt-out and Dunleavy Jr.’s first steps as Warriors GM Jun 19, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the introductory press conference for new Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., what his first steps should be as GM and some key decisions to be made this offseason. Plus, now that Draymond Green has opted out of his contract with the Warriors, what does that mean for his future with Golden State?

(1:15) Dunleavy Jr. announced as Warriors GM

(6:17) Dunleavy Jr. on Draymond’s decision to opt out

(12:50) Will Poole be traded this summer?

(16:51) What does the future hold for Kuminga?

(22:17) Will Baldwin Jr. make a jump next season?

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Emergency podcast: Warriors announce Mike Dunleavy Jr. as new GM Jun 16, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson share their thoughts on Mike Dunleavy Jr. being named the new general manager of the Golden State Warriors. Plus, they look back at Dunleavy's history with the organization, from Golden State selecting him No. 3 overall in the 2002 NBA Draft to being Bob Myers' right-hand man, and how that will shape his tenure as GM.

(04:00) -- What direction will Dunleavy take the Warriors?

(08:30) -- Looking ahead to the 2023 NBA Draft, Dunleavy's first task

(10:50) -- Examining Golden State's 'interesting offseason' that lies ahead

(11:50) -- What does the future hold for Golden State's younger players?

(14:45) -- How big of a loss is assistant coach Jama Mahlalela?

(17:55) -- Is there an internal candidate to replace Mahlalela? Is Chris DeMarco ready, or will Steve Kerr look outside?

(20:30) -- The NBA handed Ja Morant a 25-game suspension, but is it a just punishment?

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Can Warriors get back on top with path to championship now running through Denver? Jun 14, 2023

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Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson take a look at the Warriors' path back to an NBA title after the Nuggets were crowed NBA Champions, how does this current Warriors team stacks up in the West, and what they need to do this offseason to get back on top of the NBA mountain now that the path runs through Denver.

(00:30) Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss the Denver Nuggets winning the 2022-23 NBA Title, and how "the road to a championship now runs through Denver."

(11:00) How will adding another young player with the No.19 pick affect the Warriors timeline?

(15:45) What skillset should the Warriors look for in the draft?

(21:55) How does the Warriors roster stacks up against the Denver Nuggets, or the rest of the Western Conference, as currently constructed?

(25:00) When healthy, are the Warriors a top 3, top 5, or top 7 or 8 team in the West?

(27:10) Warriors appear to be bringing back the same coaching staff as last year, is that a good thing or bad thing?

(30:00) Can this Warriors team get back to a championship level again?

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Festus Ezeli on Warriors’ offseason priorities, what to do with No. 19 pick Jun 07, 2023

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Monte Poole and Festus Ezeli break down what the Warriors' top offseason priorities should be, the potential of the Warriors' youth and what the team should do with the No. 19 pick in this year’s draft. Plus, Festus shares his thoughts on Myers’ departure and the impact Myers had on his NBA career.

(1:15) Festus on Myers stepping down as Warriors GM

(9:17) Festus discusses the Warriors’ mentality in 2023

(16:00) Can the Draymond/Poole relationship be fixed?

(22:51) What is the Warriors' biggest offseason priority?

(29:17) Should the Warriors trade the No. 19 pick?

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