Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

The Golden State Warriors grabbed a big win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, led by Steph Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg's combined 70 points. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Yaxel's fits as Steph's new running mate before exploring how the Warriors can support Dub Nation's new dynamic duo.

(02:30) - Steph, Yaxel fuel Warriors' win vs. Ant-less Timberwolves
(06:30) - Warriors could do damage if Steph, Yaxel consistently play at this level
(11:00) - How Yaxel is fitting in as Steph's new running mate
(18:00) - Yaxel showing his potential, but also understands what parts of his game need work
(20:00) - How Yaxel, Jonathan Kuminga came to very different Warriors teams
(28:00) - Do Warriors need to make a trade this season?
(32:00) - How should Warriors navigate restructuring their roster?
(38:30) - Do you buy the top teams in the Western Conference standings?
(46:30) - Would Herb Jones or Trey Murphy fit better on the Warriors?

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The Golden State Warriors get their first win of the season behind Yaxel Lendeborg after blowing out the Denver Nuggets 134-114. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the rookie's first 30-point game. Then, the trio dives into how the process of developing the young Warriors is starting to take shape before looking ahead to Golden State's next matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

(02:00) - The Golden State Warriors get their first win of the season behind Yaxel Lendeborg
(03:00) - 24-year-old Yaxel is more NBA-ready than previously
(07:30) - Steve Kerr is putting the keys in Yaxel's hands
(11:30) - How Yaxel unlocks a lot of Steve Kerr's lineups
(18:30) - Brandin Podziemski quietly was a +33 against the Denver Nuggets
(21:00) - Comparing Brandin Podziemski and Christian Braun last night puts their contracts in perspective
(25:30) - The young Warriors are playing free right now and are thriving
(29:00) - Dub Nation should enjoy the process of the development of Yaxel, Podz and the young Warriors
(33:00) - Could the young Warriors put pressure on Golden State's front office to make a move and send out draft capital?
(36:00) - Yaxel's help side defense will be an adjustment as he spent last season playing more small forward next to Morez Johnson Jr. and Aday Mara at Michigan
(40:30) - Looking ahead to Warriors' next matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves

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Yaxel Lendeborg got a taste of what the NBA regular season is actually like. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss the Kristaps Porziņģis trade report and give their thoughts on how it might have impacted the Golden State Warriors' season opener against the Lakers in Los Angeles.

(02:30) - Kristaps Porziņģis news drops before Warriors' season opener
(05:30) - Luka Dončić, Walker Kessler blow out under-manned, under-sized Warriors
(10:30) - Where will Warriors' offense come from outside Steph Curry?
(14:30) - Yaxel Lendeborg gets taste of real NBA basketball
(19:00) - Yaxel says he 'lost all respect' for Luka
(24:00) - Luka wanted all the smoke from Yaxel
(28:30) - Draymond Green speaks after the game on Yaxel's 'battle'
(33:30) - What do Warriors need from Draymond offensively?
(37:00) - Why it will be tough for Warriors to have good start

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Will Steph Curry play in the season opener after leaving the Warriors' open practice with an injury. Plus, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson preview the fast-approaching season and answer some fan mailbag questions. Then, Brandin Podziemski joins Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson for an exclusive interview.

(02:00) - Steph Curry injury update
(04:00) - Warriors already dealing with number of injuries
(07:00) - How Frank Vogel plans to change Warriors' defensive philosophy
(11:30) - How up to the task will Yaxel Lendeborg be defensively?
(15:00) - Excitement level that Dub Nation hasn't had with young player in recent years
(17:00) - Dalton Johnson's bold(ish) season predictions
(27:00) - Warriors season predictions
(34:00) - Responding to fan mailbag questions
(48:00) - Brandin Podziemski interview

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With one preseason game left before Golden State's regular season kicks off, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down what they've seen thus far from the Warriors on "Dubs Talk." Then, Kerith Burke sits down with De'Anthony Melton and Brandon Williams for exclusive interviews from media day.

(02:00) - Warriors flaws exposed despite preseason win vs. Lakers
(06:00) - Warriors have hole at point of attack defense, but what solutions do they have?
(09:00) - Warriors' center position has some holes as well
(13:30) - Where is Steph Curry physically?
(16:30) - How Warriors can help alleviate offensive pressure on Steph
(21:30) - Warriors still struggling to cut down turnovers
(25:30) - Warriors' new style of play still work in progress
(26:30) - Brandon Williams, De'Anthony Melton are crucial part of Warriors' rotation
(31:30) - De'Anthony Melton sits down with Kerith Burke
(41:00) - Brandon Williams sits down with Kerith Burke

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“Dubs Talk” hosts Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the latest on Brandin Podziemski and Kristaps Porziņģis. Plus, hear from Jason Kidd and Yaxel Lendeborg.

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(2:25) - Warriors reveal update on Kristaps Porziņģis

(8:30) - Reacting to Brandin Podziemski's extension

(24:00) - Monte Poole with Jason Kidd

(1:00:00) - Kerith Burke with Yaxel Lendeborg

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The Golden State Warriors face many challenges as they seek a return to championship conversations, and there could be a lot riding on rookie Yaxel Lendeborg to help them do so. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down what they've seen from Lendeborg and the rest of the Warriors so far in preseason, then Steph Curry joins Bonta and Dalton in Hawaii to discuss how the Dubs are welcoming these challenges.

(02:45) - Yaxel Lendeborg shines in Chase Center debut
(06:00) - Who Lendeborg is showing shades of
(13:00) - Lendeborg rebounding well in preseason, but are his comments premature?
(18:45) - What Brandon Williams has shown thus far
(24:30) - What to make of Kristaps Porziņģis situation
(25:00) - If Porziņģis isn't ready opening night, who is Warriors' second scoring option?
(34:00) - Steph Curry joins Bonta and Dalton in Hawaii
(42:00) - How Steph's 'new normal' with runners knee will be process to maintain

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“Dubs Talk” hosts Kerith Burke and Monte Poole break down the Warriors’ preseason loss to the Clippers. Plus, Kerith sits down with Jimmy Butler.

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(1:20) - Initial reactions to narrow preseason loss vs. LAC

(6:20) - What is Draymond Green's new role in Steve Kerr's offense?

(12:30) - Steve Kerr's press conference after Warriors' loss vs. LAC

(16:30) - How can Yaxel Lendeborg contribute early for Golden State?

(26:50) - Jimmy Butler interview

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Steve Kerr shared who will start the Warriors' first preseason game after Golden State's open scrimmage Thursday at training camp. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson give their takeaways from the open scrimmage, including who stood out, and share their thoughts on the Warriors' new starting five.

(02:00) - Who is in Warriors' unofficial starting five
(03:00) - Brandin Podziemski stands out in scrimmage
(04:00) - Brandon Williams, De'Anthony Melton are great 1-2 punch
(07:30) - Draymond Green is in midseason form
(09:00) - Yaxel Lendeborg's size stands out, looks comfortable with starters
(12:00) - Steve Kerr joins Bonta and Dalton for post-scrimmage interview

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The Golden State Warriors kick off training camp in the Aloha State. Steve Kerr is "reimagining" the offense and going 5-Out. Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson break down how the Dubs' offense could look as they take in Day 1 of Warriors Training Camp from Hawaii.

(02:30) - The theme for the Warriors' training camp thus far is the '5-Out offense'
(03:30) - How will the 5-Out offense work, especially if Kristaps Porziņģis misses significant time?
(05:30) - Could we see Yaxel Lendeborg start at center?
(07:30) - Steve Kerr gives insight into how Draymond Green's minutes will go this season
(09:00) - Porziņģis missing training camp throws a curveball into the start of the season
(10:30) - The Warriors going into the season with no expectation for a change could be a benefit
(13:00) - Could Brandon Williams be an X factor for Golden State?
(16:45) - Kerr sits down with Kerith Burke
(29:45) - Kerr feels rejuvenated as he and the Warriors 'reimagine' this offense

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The Golden State Warriors revealed they are dealing with Kristaps Porziņģis health concerns as NBA Media Day kicked off Monday. On "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole looks at all the storylines from Media Day as the Warriors look to shake things up this season. The duo dives into how Golden State must navigate an already injury-riddled season and stay afloat until reinforcements arrive.

(02:00) - How Warriors are going to "reimagine" things this season
(05:00) - Steve Kerr going to tighten things up behind the scenes
(07:00) - How are Steph Curry, Draymond Green taking the team no longer being contenders?
(11:00) - The impact of Kristaps Porziņģis missing Warriors training camp
(16:00) - Kerith Burke sits down with Mike Dunleavy at NBA Media Day
(25:30) - How Steph's extension gives the Warriors more flexibility in future
(28:00) - Mike Dunleavy, Steph Curry are still thinking about "the now"
(30:00) - Who should start as Warriors navigate Porzingis' injury?
(31:00) - Yaxel Lendeborg has impressed quickly, but are we over-hyping a rookie too early?
(35:30) - Steph Curry provides update on his runner's knee
(37:30) - De'Anthony Melton positioned to have big year after healthy offseason
(41:00) - How playing next to Steph can open things up for Yaxel
(43:00) - Where Jimmy Butler is at both physically and mentally in his recovery
(47:30) - Where things stand on a Brandin Podziemski contract extension

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Steph Curry reportedly signs a new two-year, $116 million extension to stay in Golden State. The superstar takes a $20 million discount to give the Warriors some flexibility. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Steph's new contract extension, what it means for their franchise player and how the Warriors can get him some support when the extension kicks in.

(02:30) - Steph Curry reportedly signs a new two-year, $116 million extension, $20 million less than he could have signed
(04:45) - The Warriors will have roughly $50 to $60 million in cap space going into 2027 NBA free agency
(05:30) - Is the timing of Steph's extension surprising?
(09:30) - Steph has changed this Warriors franchise; would his legacy change if he had decided to leave Golden State?
(16:30) - Steph Curry not running from the grind says a lot about who he is. What do the Warriors do to support Steph now that they have to grind again?
(21:00) - Are Steph and the Warriors still an attractive situation to get star players?
(25:30) - How do the Warriors navigate the future from here?
(30:00) - Warriors should look at these types of players to fill their future salary cap space
(36:30) - Warriors' offseason might not have been flashy, but the flexibility they kept was the smart move

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After a long five-month offseason for Golden State, Warriors Media Day is around the corner and Dubs basketball is almost back. On "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down what to watch for after a slower offseason. The Warriors still have a few questions to answer as the team gears up to head to Hawaii for training camp.

(02:00) - After a long five-month offseason for Golden State, NBA Media Day is around the corner and Warriors basketball is almost back
(04:00) - Lajae Jones will be a draft-and-stash and play in Italy with Graham Ike getting the final two-way roster spot next to LJ Cryer and Malevy Leons
(08:00) - The Warriors should have a more straightforward media day this year without Jonathan Kuminga's contract saga, but Steph Curry and Brandin Podziemski both are eligible for contract extensions
(14:00) - How should the Warriors handle Podziemski's contract extension?
(18:30) - With Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody out to start the season, who should start for Golden State?
(21:30) - Will Gui Santos or Yaxel Lendeborg start at small forward?
(24:00) - Who draws the defensive assignments for the premier wing players around the league?
(27:30) - Why De'Anthony Melton should have the edge to start at the shooting guard spot over Podziemski
(31:00) - Are there similarities between the 2022 Warriors to this roster?
(34:00) - Jordan Poole took a leap in 2022 and became the No. 2 guy behind Steph, who from this team could make a leap?

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On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson analyze Steve Kerr's recent comments about changing the Golden State Warriors' offense and how those changes could impact Draymond Green. Then, the duo look around the NBA and discuss how the results of the league's investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and the Kawhi Leonard trade to the Toronto Raptors might change the landscape.

(02:30) - Steve Kerr plans to change the Warriors' offense next season
(05:30) - Could we see Draymond Green in a PJ Tucker corner three role?
(09:00) - How a change in role for Draymond could extend his career
(16:30) - Draymond is on an expiring contract. This is a big season for him, as well as Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski
(21:00) - The Warriors will rely on strength in numbers and change up their practice plans
(25:30) - The Warriors have a lot of variables this offseason
(27:00) - The Warriors are realists about where they sit in the West, but the league has parity and things could break in the Warriors' favor
(31:30) - The Clippers investigation is officially over and Kawhi Leonard now has been traded to the Toronto Raptors. So what now?
(37:30) - How much better is Toronto in the East now that they have Kawhi
(40:00) - Will the Raptors be an NBA trade deadline buyer or seller?

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Will Richard joins Monte Poole on "Dubs Talk" to discuss the work he's been putting in this offseason to make a jump in Year 2. Then, Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down what they've seen from Richard this summer and what role could be in store for the Warriors' second-year player.

(02:15) - How surprising was Will Richard's rookie season?
(05:45) - Richard joins Dubs Talk
(06:00) - Richard describes his workouts and what he's been working on
(08:30) - How Warriors sketched out Will's offseason workouts
(09:00) - How has Steph Curry influenced Richard's offseason workouts?
(10:00) - Richard's offseason goals and how Andre Iguodala has helped him this offseason
(12:30) - The "rookie wall" was real
(14:00) - NBA Summer League showcased Richard's adjustments and what he's been working on
(15:00) - Takeaways from Will's rookie season, including a career-high 30-point game
(17:00) - The importance of the little details
(19:00) - How the vibe at Warriors practices differ from other places
(20:00) - Steve Kerr and Richard now laugh off heated moment from Knicks game last season
(21:00) - Richard's goals for next season
(22:00) - Welcome to the NBA moment
(27:00) - What's stood out about what Richard has been working on this offseason?
(28:30) - What kind of impact will Iguodala have on Richard's game?
(31:00) - Richard talking about incident with Kerr getting on him in Knicks game shows his maturity
(33:30) - Richard could have a big role for the Warriors next season

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Steph Curry is now eligible for a two-year, $136.7 million maximum contract extension. On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole, and Dalton Johnson break down the potential max contract extension for the Warriors superstar, and why Dubs fans shouldn't be worried about the Warriors or Steph rushing to get an extension done. Then, NBC Sports Bay Area's Dalton Johnson catches up with Steph and Ayesha Curry at the annual golf tournament hosted by Workday that benefits the "Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation"

(02:30) - Steph Curry is now eligible for a two-year, $136.7 million maximum contract extension
(03:00) - Neither Curry nor the Warriors are worried about rushing a contract extension
(06:30) - With Steph's contract extension on the horizon, does that put Brandin Podziemski's extension on the back burner?
(09:00) - Warriors fans can rest assured, Steph wants to be a Warrior for life
(16:00) - Steph and Ayesha Curry join Dubs Talk
(28:00) - Reacting to what Steph and Ayesha had to say
(32:00) - Ayesha believes Steph still has a lot left to give

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The Golden State Warriors signed Brandon Williams and Georges Niang in free agency. On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole, and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors' new additions as Golden State's roster rounds out to 15. Then, the trio looks around the NBA at other recent moves and how they impact the wild Western Conference, before answering some fan mailbag questions.

(02:30) - The Warriors sign Brandon Williams and Georges Niang in free agency
(03:30) - Brandon Williams went off against the Warriors last season
(07:30) - What will Williams' role in Golden State look like?
(10:00) - Can Williams bring something the Warriors don't have?
(12:00) - How will Williams hold up on defense?
(13:00) - What are the Warriors getting with Niang?
(19:15) - Other recent NBA moves
(19:30) - Klay Thompson is taking his talents (and boat) to South Beach after signing with the Miami Heat
(24:00) - After LeBron James decided not to go home to Cleveland, the Cavaliers gave James Harden a big three-year extension and traded for Peyton Watson
(26:30) - How the Denver Nuggets trading Watson to the Cavs and signing DeMar DeRozan impacts the Warriors and the Western Conference
(31:00) - Is the Eastern Conference stronger than the West?
(37:00) - Dubs Talk mailbag
(37:15) - Where does Will Richard factor into this upcoming season?
(41:30) - Bonta, Monte, and Dalton's thoughts on Williams and Niang's fit with the Warriors?
(46:30) - Gui Santos and Brandin Podziemski making a leap this season also could be counted as an addition that is not being talked about

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Chris Mullin joins Bonta Hill, Monte Poole, and Dalton Johnson on "Dubs Talk" to give his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors' offseason thus far. The group dives into where the Warriors sit in the short- and long term after a fairly quiet offseason. Then, the guys look back at Don Nelson's career and legacy.

(02:30) - Chris Mullin joins the show and give his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors' offseason thus far

(04:30) - How Yaxel Lendeborg has justified the Warriors picking him at 24 years old

(06:00) - Will Yaxel be a Day 1 starter for Steve Kerr? How does he fit best?

(09:00) - Longterm, are the Warriors sitting in a good spot with all their picks and salary cap getting cleared?

(13:30) - Are the fans out of pocket for their reaction to the Warriors' lack of activity this offseason?

(16:00) - Who does Mullin see outside of Steph Curry that can help Golden State get off to a good start without Jimmy Butler?

(20:00) - Gui Santos has flown under the radar this offseason, can he make another jump this season and help the Warriors get off to a good start?

(24:00) - Remembering Don Nelson: Mullin recalls his first time meeting Nelly

(28:00) - Nelson's impact can be seen by the range of NBA names that spoke at his celebration of life, from Gregg Popovich, Steve Nash, Run TMC and more

(35:30) - What was the process like for Mullin to bring Nelson back to the Warriors?

(38:00) - How Nelly impacted Curry's career

(44:30) - Nelson influenced a lot of coaches in the NBA, who influenced Nelly?

(46:00) - Nelly was a very accomplished player, but rarely talked about it

(49:30) - Nelly had an incredible basketball life, but also a tremendous life off the court

(54:00) - Nelson was a genius on the basketball court, but was his brilliance bigger in practice or in the live games?

(56:30) - Mullin's funniest Nelson memories

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Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy holds an impromptu press conference and Golden State's 2026-27 NBA schedule is here. On "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Dunleavy's press conference comments, the pressure the current roster puts on Steph Curry, and then give their takeaways from Golden State's upcoming schedule.

(02:00) - Takeaways from Dunleavy's press conference addressing Warriors roster concerns
(07:15) - Dunleavy believes Warriors have 'path' to championship
(16:15) - Dunleavy defends Golden State's roster despite actively trying to reshape it
(20:30) - Warriors will be active around NBA trade deadline
(22:00) - How will Golden State round out its roster?
(26:00) - Why current roster construction puts pressure on Steph
(34:30) - Takeaways from the schedule release
(39:00) - Why Warriors must get off to good start
(44:00) - Who will be most important player outside of Steph?
(36:00) - Dalton's big games to watch this season

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The Golden State Warriors are running things back after bringing back Draymond Green, Gary Payton II, and De'Anthony Melton. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson look back at all of the Warriors' past moves that led to this lackluster offseason, and debate where the blunders have been and what the Warriors owe Steph Curry.

(02:30) - Are the Warriors just running it back from last season?

(06:00) - "The Golden State IFs," how do you navigate this season with so many questions, health concerns, and "ifs" with this roster?

(10:00) - The Warriors have pivoted to the future, whether that is trades or looking to 2027 offseason

(12:00) - What could the Warriors have done to satisfied Golden State fans with their lack of wiggle room?

(14:00) - How Mike Dunleavy and the Warriors have faired drafting and how they value their picks

(20:15) - The Celtics wanted a haul for Jaylen Brown, were the Warriors right to hesitate on a deal?

(23:00) - Jimmy Butler's health status increases the asking price to include him in any trade

(28:15) - The local media is not on the Warriors' payroll

(30:00) - Steph Curry deserves better, but were the Warriors' shortcomings front-office blunders or self-inflicted wounds?

(38:00) - Was the "two timelines" the big mistake by the Warriors?

(47:45) - Are modern Warriors fans a deterrent for landing stars?

(53:00) - Which team is better on paper, the 2016 Warriors or this Sixers team?

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