To say the Warriors had a scrappy win over the Lakers last night would be an understatement: They executed the little things well enough to get the season started right (to the tune of 30 total team assists, 9 offensive boards and 55 points from the bench mob), but it sure wasn’t pretty. The most disappointing aspect, however, was probably Steph Curry’s performance on the night.
Read MoreWarriors basketball is finally back. Opening night of the NBA electrified as the Golden State Warriors best the Los Angeles Lakers, 121-114 at Staples Center.
What a game.
The Dubs began their quest for a 7th championship Tuesday night in LA, and it is safe to say this marquee matchup between two title contenders did not disappoint.
Read MoreThe Warriors have signed guard Gary Payton II, the team announced Tuesday morning.
Payton II was waived following Golden State’s preseason finale last Friday, along with Mychal Mulder, Jordan Bell, and somewhat controversially Avery Bradley.
Read MoreThings are kicking into full gear ahead of the Warriors’ season debut against the Lakers tonight at the Staples Center down in LA. Warriors reporter Nick Friedell went on ESPN’s NBA Today show with Malika Andrews and relayed a quote from Draymond Green earlier this morning, straight out of the team’s practice at the Staples Center, about the team’s season-long expectations:
Read MoreGolden State’s pre-season couldn’t have looked more promising. The Dubs came out of the gates pretty much firing on all cylinders and looking like they’ll leave last year’s team in the dust. Jordan Poole is clearly emerging as a future (if not current) star, the Warriors now have high-IQ veterans that can shoot, and Wiggins, Draymond and Steph are all healthy…
Read MoreIn the blink of an eye, the 2021 NBA season is already upon us. As we celebrate the league’s 75th season of existence, it wouldn’t be a true opening night if the Golden State Warriors weren’t on the slate. Fans will be treated to a Western Conference matchup Tuesday night between the Warriors and Lakers, arguably two of the leading contenders in the conference.
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