Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast
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Monte Poole and Dalton John break down the latest surrounding Klay Thompson and his Warriors contract negotiations, the possible moves Golden State could try and pull off with free agency set to begin and wrap the show previewing the 2024 NBA Draft. (1:18) Where does Klay stand with the Warriors? (8:40) What could Klay’s deal look like? (12:08) Warriors pick up option on Looney’s contract (17:42) Should the Warriors trade CP3? (23:20) Do the Warriors need to part with some young players? (29:30) Previewing the 2024 NBA Draft See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole catches up with Ice Cube on this episode of Dubs Talk to break down the growth of the Big 3 basketball league, where the rivalry between the Warriors and Lakers currently stands and Steph Curry’s legacy with Golden State. Plus, the rapper and entertainer reveals his all-time and current starting lineups. (1:18) Celtics defeat Mavericks to win NBA championship (5:40) What to make of Klay unfollowing the Warriors (15:08) Ice Cube on the growth of the Big 3 (21:42) Ice Cube shares who we could see in the Big 3 in the future (26:20) Remembering Jerry West (35:30) Ice Cube on Steph’s legacy (36:49) Ice Cube shares his all-time starting lineup See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Kevon Looney’s future with the Warriors, why it is conceivable both Looney and Klay Thompson could leave this summer and the potential coaching changes Golden State could have this offseason. (1:18) Breaking down the NBA Finals (7:40) What will Looney’s future be? (15:08) Looking back at Klay’s ACL injury (21:42) How the Warriors’ reputation compares to other teams (26:20) Potential changes to Warriors' coaching staff (35:30) Clark fails to make USA Women’s Olympic National team See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson are joined by Golden State Valkyries president Jess Smith and general manager Ohemaa Nyanin to discuss what it means to bring a WNBA team to the Bay Area, where the team name Valkyries originated from and Joe Lacob’s desire to win a championship in the first five seasons. (1:18) Breaking down the growth with the WNBA (11:18) Valkyries ready to make it in Bay Area (17:40) Revealing the origins of the Valkyries name (25:08) Smith details the growth of the WNBA (31:42) What advantages will the Valkyries have? (36:20) Nyanin on Lacob’s championship expectations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down why Steph Curry and Klay Thompson are the greatest backcourt in NBA history, if there will ever be another NBA dynasty and wrap up the podcast honoring the legacy of Bill Walton. (1:18) Best backcourt in NBA history (7:40) Remembering prime Klay Thompson (16:08) Will there be another NBA dynasty? (21:42) Honoring the legacy of Bill Walton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Brandin Podziemski being named to the 2023-24 NBA All-Rookie First Team, where he can improve in his second season and if Trayce Jackson-Davis got snubbed. Then, Monte and Dalton shift their attention to the potential fit of Dejounte Murray in Golden State and the lessons the Warriors can learn from watching the NBA playoffs. (1:40) Podziemski named to All-Rookie First Team (7:08) Where can Podziemski improve his game? (12:42) Did TJD get snubbed? (17:20) Is Murray a fit with the Warriors? (22:49) Timberwolves bounce Nuggets from playoffs (28:20) Lessons Warriors can learn from Mavericks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson examine the Warriors' past success in the second round of the NBA draft, why their history could pay dividends this year and what the team should address with its No. 52 overall pick. Plus, Monte and Dalton look at the differences between Mark Jackson and Steve Kerr and the recent announcement from the Golden State Valkyries. (1:18) Warriors only have second-round selection in 2024 NBA Draft (6:40) Notable second-round All-Star players (16:08) Traits Warriors should target in the draft (21:42) How did Kerr’s hiring change the Warriors’ trajectory? (28:20) What can the Warriors learn from the playoffs? (34:49) Valkyries announced as Golden State WNBA team name See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole is joined by former Warriors champion Mo Speights to discuss his arrival to Golden State, why he knew Steph Curry and the Dubs would have sustained success and the importance Klay Thompson still has on the roster. (1:18) Speights shares his memories of joining the Warriors (6:40) Speights discusses the evolution of his game (16:08) Speights on why Steph "deserves" his success (21:42) Speights reveals the importance of Klay’s return (28:20) What does the Warriors' future hold? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down if the Warriors would be interested in trading for Kevin Durant after the Suns’ early playoff exit, what the potential trade package would look like and the obstacles in the way of a reunion. Plus, what are the chances LeBron James makes his way to the Warriors this offseason? (1:18) What does Durant’s future hold? (9:40) Building a trade package for Durant (17:08) Obstacles in the way of a potential KD trade (24:42) Should the Warriors go all in for Steph? (30:20) Does LeBron fit with the Warriors? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down which Warriors are mostly likely to return next season, how Trayce Jackson-Davis can make a bigger impact moving forward and what it would take for Golden State to trade Jonathan Kuminga. (1:18) Steph wins Clutch Player of the Year (9:40) How will Steph’s minutes change next year? (17:08) What to make of the NBA’s youth movement (24:42) Should Podziemski make First Team All-Rookie? (30:20) Breaking down the Warriors’ defensive ratings (39:30) Will CP3 be back next season? (47:49) What does Looney’s future hold? (55:20) Should Klay be a sixth man moving forward? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss the Warriors' offseason to-do list, including how the team can get younger and more athletic, deciding what the future holds for Klay Thompson and Chris Paul, and how Jonathan Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis can elevate their game. (1:18) Lessons Warriors can learn from the playoffs (6:40) What is Klay’s NBA future? (17:08) Could Moody start for the Warriors next season? (24:42) How valuable is Wiggins as a trade asset? (31:20) Is TJD the center of the future? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson discuss what Klay Thompson’s future looks like and why it might not be with the Warriors, the chances Andrew Wiggins will be involved in trade discussions and how Steve Kerr can improve as a coach next season. (1:18) What does Klay’s future look like? (7:40) Do the Warriors want Klay back? (17:08) Will Wiggins be traded this offseason? (25:42) Kerr critical of his coaching this season (32:20) Should there be changes on the staff? (32:30) Grading Dunleavy’s first year as GM (45:49) How did Draymond affect the season’s outcome? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors’ season-ending loss to the Kings, what the future will look like for Klay Thompson and how Golden State moves forward into an offseason full of questions. (1:18) Warriors’ season ends with loss to Kings (7:40) What changes do the Warriors need to make? (15:08) Was the CP3 experiment a failure? (20:42) Do the Warriors need to change their offense? (27:20) What does this loss tell the Warriors? (32:30) Grading the Warriors’ season See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole, Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the upcoming play-in showdown between the Warriors and Kings, the lessons Golden State learned in last season's playoff series and which players are most likely to be the X-factors on Tuesday night. (1:18) Warriors get 10th seed in West after win over Jazz (7:40) Looking back at the Kings-Warriors playoff series (16:08) How will the Kings defend Steph? (21:42) Who is the X-factor for the Warriors? (29:20) Final thoughts on the Kings-Warriors matchup See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down what the Warriors' victory over the Lakers means for their playoff seeding, Draymond Green's overall offensive value and if Andrew Wiggins can keep up his solid play. Plus, Monte and Kerith look ahead to the playoffs and discuss if the Warriors' rookies are up for the challenge. (1:18) Examining the Warriors’ playoff scenarios (7:40) Warriors shooting on display versus Lakers (16:08) Are the rookies ready for the postseason stage? (21:42) Can Wiggins keep up his solid play? (29:20) VanDerveer set to retire from Stanford See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down how Jonathan Kuminga looked in his return from injury, what the durability of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson says about this season and the importance of thee upcoming matchup between the Warriors and Lakers. (1:18) Warriors, Lakers set to face off in Las Angeles (7:40) Kuminga shines in return from injury (14:48) Analyzing the trust between Draymond and TJD (19:42) What to make of Steph and Klay’s durability (26:20) Can the Warriors avoid the play-in? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down how Draymond Green has shifted the Warriors’ defensive resurgence, why their newfound intensity is key to their long-term success and what Jonathan Kuminga’s return means for possible rotations. Plus, Monte and Kerith discuss Golden State’s evolving offense and why it needs to be more than just Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. (1:18) How the Warriors’ offense has evolved over the years (7:40) Kuminga set to return vs. Rockets (14:48) Draymond rounding into playoff form (19:42) Can the Warriors climb the West rankings? (24:20) Possible rotations moving forward (29:30) Are the Warriors championship contenders? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down the on- and off-the-court bond between Steph Curry and Draymond Green, what Jonathan Kuminga’s injury status means for the Warriors as the playoffs approach and how Gary Payton II is providing the defensive spark Goldens State needs down the stretch. (1:18) Warriors have two-game lead over Rockets (8:40) Draymond’s importance on and off the court (14:48) Examining the Steph-Draymond chemistry (21:42) Will Kuminga’s injury impact the postseason? (28:20) GP2’s impact back as the postseason approaches See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down Draymond Green’s latest ejection against the Magic, the ramifications felt on the Warriors’ roster and what the team needs to worry about moving forward. Plus, Monte and Kerith discuss Andrew Wiggins' recent surge and the potential danger the Houston Rockets present. (1:18) Draymond ejected vs. Magic (9:40) Steph comments on Draymond’s ejection (15:48) Do the Warriors need to worry about Draymond? (22:42) Wiggins continues to shine vs. Magic (28:20) Evaluating TJD’s instant impact See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke question whether Steve Kerr made the right decision to limit Steph Curry's minutes in Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Plus, Monte discusses the likelihood that the Warriors do something drastic to their roster at the conclusion of the NBA season. (1:24) What to make of Curry’s restricted minutes against the Timberwolves (15:14) Looking at the sheer number of clutch games the Warriors have played this season (25:15) What is the Warriors' ceiling? (32:23) Monte thinks the Warriors are going to do “something drastic” this offseason See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole is joined by Kevon Looney to discuss his evolving role, the value of his leadership for the younger players on the roster and the Warriors' up and down season. Plus, Monte and Kerith Burke break down Draymond Green’s nagging back problem and why that will be a big factor down the stretch. (1:18) Takeaways from the Warriors' win over Memphis (8:40) What to make of Draymond’s back issue (12:48) How can Wiggins regain his 2022 form? (19:12) Will Looney’s role increase moving forward? (26:20) Why CP3’s value will rise in the playoffs (32:30) Looney on the Warriors' up and down season (36:49) Looney on his evolving role See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down some keys for the Warriors entering the final home stretch of the season, including turning their Chase Center struggles into a home-court advantage and the importance of staying healthy. Plus, Monte and Kerith discuss Johnathan Kuminga’s consistency and Golden State’s championship chances. (1:18) How could the Warriors’ rotations change? 8:40) Can Warriors recreate their home-court advantage? (16:48) Should fans worry about Draymond’s back? (21:00) Kuminga’s importance to the Warriors (29:49) Evaluating the Warriors’ championship chances See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke are joined by Jonathan Kuminga to discuss his unique bond with Steve Kerr, his desire to stay with the Warriors for his entire career and his dream of becoming an NBA All-Star. (1:18) Kuminga’s future shines bright with Warriors (8:40) Kuminga on his NBA career goals (16:48) Kuminga shares how Kerr coaches him (24:00) Kuminga on embracing a veteran role (31:49) Kuminga details dream to be NBA All-Star (37:52) Kuminga reveals other sports he played growing up See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down Steph Curry’s upcoming return from his ankle injury, the growing impact Trayce Jackson-Davis has on the court and what Kevon Looney’s future with the Warriors looks like. Plus, is there a way Klay Thompson gets back into the starting lineup? (1:18) Steph nearing return from injury (5:40) Could Klay slide back into the starting rotation? (13:48) TJD’s growing impact (18:00) What does Looney’s future hold? (25:49) Porter Jr. announces his retirement (29:52) How important is it for the Warriors to avoid the play-in tournament? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down the Warriors' update about Steph Curry’s ankle injury, who needs to step up in Steph’s absence and the keys for Golden State to keep its playoff seeding. Plus, when will Steph return to the lineup? (1:18) Steph avoids serious injury; CP3 to start in his place (5:40) When will Steph return? (11:48) Klay’s importance off the bench (15:00) Warriors' keys to success without Steph See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down the Warriors’ successful road trip, the different ways Jonathan Kuminga has grown as a basketball player and if Moses Moody should get more playing time. Plus, Monte and Kerith look ahead to see if Golden State could sneak into the Western Conference's top six. (1:18) Warriors struggle vs. Celtics (6:10) When will Wiggins, Podziemski return? (11:48) What is Kuminga’s ceiling? (16:26) Should Moody get more playing time? (26:49) Does Steph need some rest? (35:52) The value of the Warriors' culture See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down the immediate impact Chris Paul had on the Warriors' bench upon return from injury, how dangerous the combo of Paul and Klay Thompson will be and the unique skills Johnathan Kuminga brings to Golden State. Plus, will we see more Moses Moody after his start against Washington? (1:18) Examining CP3’s return to the lineup (6:10) How dangerous can a CP3-Klay combo be? (12:48) Moody slides into lineup with Wiggins’ absence (18:26) Is Kuminga a future All-Star? (21:49) Previewing the remainder of the Warriors’ road trip See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Monte Poole and Kerith Burke break down what Steve Kerr’s extension means for the Warriors’ championship window, how Klay Thompson is evolving his game into a dangerous Sixth Man and if Steph Curry needs some rest during the season's home stretch. (1:18) Warriors, Kerr agree to contract extension (6:10) How important is Kerr to Klay switching roles? (12:48) Kerr on Klay’s evolving role (18:26) Klay shares his thought on coming off the bench (21:49) Does Steph need to rest? (38:52) Examining Poole’s struggles with the Wizards See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“Dubs Talk” host Monte Poole is joined by former Warriors forward and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Dorell Wright to preview the second half of the NBA season, Klay Thompson’s Warriors role moving forward and what Brandin Podziemski brings to the starting lineup. (00:00) Rehashing NBA All-Star Weekend (04:20) What can Thompson provide off the Warriors’ bench? (07:44) Podziemski’s fit in the Warriors' starting lineup (15:35) Can the Warriors crack the top six in the West? (20:00) Looking at the Warriors' schedule down the stretch See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“Dubs Talk” host Monte Poole is joined by former Warrior and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Festus Ezeli to discuss Klay Thompson coming off the bench for the first time since his rookie season, and what he could look like as a sixth man. Plus, they break down the impact the young Warriors are having on this season and the future. (01:30) Initial thoughts on Klay Thompson coming off the bench (04:15) Monte breaks down Steve Kerr's comments on the Warriors' new starting lineup (07:10) Festus reacts to Klay Thompson's remarks about coming off the bench, and gives his take on the type of spark he can provide for the Warriors (16:15) What kind of emergence will Kuminga have on Golden State? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
