WARRIORSTALK

Why The Warriors Need To Be Patient With Jonathan Kuminga

A sophomore slump for young players in the NBA is to be expected.

After an outstanding rookie season that was filled with jaw-dropping highlights, Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has been struggling to start the 2022-23 season. The former No. 7 overall pick fell out of the Warriors rotation and has been unable to get consistent playing time. With the Warriors implementing the two timeline strategy of both win-now and develop-now, the team was hoping that Kuminga would make a leap in the second season and contribute to wins.

Jerry JiangNovember 17, 2022Jonathan Kuminga, Steve Kerr, Golden State WarriorsComment

Why James Wiseman Could Be Following In Jordan Poole’s Footsteps

Let’s make things extremely clear, James Wiseman and Jordan Poole are two completely different players. But their stories are becoming eerily similar (apart from Wiseman’s injury), as both guys were drafted to the Dubs, saw some success-but nothing that equated to wins, and then were sent to the G-League to work on their game.

Charlie RombachNovember 17, 2022James Wiseman, Jordan Poole, Santa Cruz WarriorsComment

Should the Warriors Make a Move for Kevin Durant?

With the implication of the Warriors’ rough start to the season and James Wiseman’s assignment to the G-League, there’s been plenty of talk about a potential trade. Most of these ideas center around Wiseman’s contract, given he makes around $10 million a year, and the team could potentially net some solid role players should they get him involved in talks.

James HomerNovember 16, 2022Kevin Durant, James Wiseman, Jordan Poole, Jonathan KumingaComment

James Wiseman to Spend Time in G-League, per Kerr

After the Warriors’ 132-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs tonight, Steve Kerr said in his presser that James Wiseman would be assigned to the Santa Cruz Warriors, the team’s G-League affiliate, tomorrow.

James HomerNovember 15, 2022James Wiseman, Santa Cruz Warriors, Steve KerrComment

Breaking Down Trade Pros, Cons, and Potential Scenarios for the Warriors

The Warriors have been adamant that about sticking to their “two timeline” model since the beginning of last season, when they drafted rookies Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody. It really started in 2020 when the team drafted James Wiseman at #2 overall, and was further committed to with Jordan Poole’s extension at the beginning of this season. The front office believes this can work.

Four Free Agent Targets to Bolster the Warriors Bench

There’s something going on with Golden State. Despite Stephen Curry putting up almost 33 points per game on comfortable 51/42/94 shooting splits, and 7 boards and assists per contest each, the Warriors are only 4-7. Their starting unit is still in the NBA’s highest echelon in terms of box plus/minus and other impact stats, but once their bench takes the floor, the momentum shifts very quickly.

James HomerNovember 8, 2022Golden State Warriors, Free agency, Dwight Howard, Avery Bradley, DJ Augustin, DeMarcus CousinsComment