Draymond Green to Durant Critics: ‘Give it a break’

Draymond Green has fired back at Paul Pierce and others for their latest swipes against Kevin Durant’s decision to join the Golden State Warriors, saying after practice Thursday that it’s time for the critics to “give it a break.” In an extended session with reporters in Denver, the Warriors forward made it clear he believes […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Kerr: Give Steph Curry Two Weeks to Find Rhythm

Slow starts are nothing new to (Stephen) Curry. A ball-dominant player who excels at reading teammates and finding his spots on the floor, he requires time to settle into a groove. Last year, before beginning a season in which he became the NBA’s first unanimous MVP, Curry eclipsed the 20-point mark in only two of […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
What’ll Be in New Collective Bargaining Agreement?

Eric Pincus looks at what things must be addressed in a new (potential) NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Durant on Warriors: Could Say I’m Glad They Lost Finals

Losing the 2016 NBA Finals might have given the Golden State Warriors a big win. Kevin Durant said Monday night that the Warriors’ collapse against LeBron James’ Cleveland Cavaliers helped his free-agency decision. Durant continued, explaining how his thinking changed as the Finals progressed and the Warriors went from being up 3-1 to losing the […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Top Storylines Entering the 2016-17 NBA Season

Jabari Davis takes a look at some of the top preseason storylines as the 2016-17 NBA season draws near.

Alan Draper  •  10 Oct 2023
Warriors Announce Cook, Wood Waived

Warriors waive Elgin Cook & Scott Wood. Roster now stands at 18 players. Source: Warriors PR on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
20 Contract-Year Players to Watch in 2016-17

Lang Greene looks at 20 upcoming free agents who are entering a crucial contract year in 2016-17.

Alan Draper  •  30 Oct 2023
Nash: Warriors Have Potential as Best in NBA History

Golden State’s 120-75 blitzing of Los Angeles underscored the team’s potential. When spreading the floor and performing at top efficiency, the Warriors are unmatched. (Steve) Nash, a future Hall of Famer, conceded that they “potentially could be better than any team in NBA history.” Source: Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Warriors Offense Hits Full Stride in Win Over Clips

After a stilted performance in Vancouver this past Saturday, Tuesday’s preseason home opener gave Golden State Warriors fans, and probably Kevin Durant, more of what they wanted. This was the show, dominance with flare. This was a glimpse of the Warriors as promised, despite the lack of practice time, despite whatever awkwardness might occur when […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021