Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast
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On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down Steph Curry's 52-point takeover in the Warriors' 134-125 win over the Memphis Grizzlies that moved them up to fifth place in the Western Conference playoff race. The duo then look ahead to Golden State's pivotal upcoming matchups against the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets. 1:30 – Steph Curry drops 52 points in pivotal win over the Memphis Grizzlies 9:00 – Warriors took advantage of Jaren Jackson Jr.’s foul trouble 11:45 – On Steph and the Warriors great free throw shooting since Jimmy Butler arrived 14:00 – Addressing Steph’s impact on basketball 18:30 – Kevon Looney hits another three pointer 20:00 – Impact of winning against the Grizzlies on seeding 21:00 – Role players stepped up when needed 26:00 – Discussing upcoming matchups
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Warriors' 148-106 blowout win over the San Antonio Spurs that helped Golden State reclaim the Western Conference's No. 6 playoff seed. The duo then previews the Warriors' upcoming matchup with the Grizzlies and examines how Golden State can keep climbing in the standings with the Lakers, Nuggets and Rockets on the horizon. (02:00) - Warriors' hot start, 44-point first quarter fuel blowout vs. Spurs (06:00) - Brandin Podziemski might be key point-of-attack defender amid Warriors' injuries (14:00) - Hill, Poole break down Warriors' upcoming tough four-game stretch (22:30) - Previewing Warriors-Grizzlies matchup with No. 5 seed on line
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole sit down with Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green for an exclusive interview to talk about his Defensive Player of the Year candidacy, why he feels this is a championship team with Jimmy Butler, what ring No. 5 might mean for him and Steph Curry, and the highs and lows of his likely Hall of Fame career. (09:00) - Draymond Green, two-time Defensive Player of the Year? (18:15) - Draymond genuinely loves playing defense, but that wasn't always the case (30:15) - Jimmy Butler has given the Warriors another shot at an NBA Title (37:00) - If Steph Curry wins ring No. 5, would he retire? (41:00) - What have been some highs and lows of a Hall of Fame career?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole react to the Warriors' ugly 112-86 loss to the Miami Heat in Jimmy Butler's return to South Beach. The duo breaks down how Golden State's recent defensive downturn could drop the team into the NBA play-in tournament, which the group's aging stars desperately need to avoid. (02:15) - Warriors drop Jimmy Butler's return to Miami in blowout (04:00) - Where is the Warriors' defense? (08:30) - Is size becoming an issue for Golden State? (22:30) - Did Nuggets loss put doubt into Warriors' minds? (32:45) - Steph Curry's likely return Friday vs. Pelicans spells good news
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors’ 124-115 "terrible loss" to the Atlanta Hawks. Then the duo looks ahead to Jimmy Butlers return to Miami as the Warriors take on the Heat. (02:00) - Warriors begin pivotal road trip with "terrible" loss to Hawks (08:30) - Golden State can't take any games for granted down the stretch (14:30) - Warriors still are trying to work Jonathan Kuminga back, struggled offensively without Steph Curry (20:15) - Preview of Jimmy Butler's first return to Miami
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors’ 117-114 gritty win over the Toronto Raptors after Steph Curry left the game with a pelvic contusion. The duo dives into whats next for the Dubs as they make a playoff push down the final stretch of the NBA regular season. (02:15) - Steph Curry left the game against the Raptors with a pelvic contusion and did not return (10:00) - Warriors improve to 37-4 when leading going into the 4th quarter (15:00) - Warriors got a couple blocks, including a key block from Jimmy Butler, late down the stretch to win them the game (23:00) - Who will step up for Warriors if Steph misses time? (29:30) - Warriors went 6-1 on the home stand, they'll need to do something similar on this road trip
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Warriors’ 104-93 bounce-back victory over the Bucks. The duo dives into Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler's stellar performances against Milwaukee that helped deliver the win after Golden State’s tough loss to the Denver Nuggets the night before. (02:30) - Warriors bounce back against Bucks after debacle to Denver (08:30) - Draymond Green put on a defensive master class (15:30) - Bonta Hill gives Draymond Green his flowers in big night against Giannis Antetokounmpo (25:00) - Jonathan Kuminga had a tough night tonight (34:00) - Can Warriors hold onto the No. 6 seed? If they move in the standings, will it be up or down?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss yet another iconic Steph Curry milestone. The the duo break down where the Warriors sit in the NBA power rankings as Golden State keeps rolling after adding Jonathan Kuminga back into the mix. (02:30) - Warriors playing with "connectivity" in win over Kings as Steph enters the 4k 3-pointer club (10:00) - Draymond tells Kuminga "Just be you", tonight he played his game (22:00) - Monte Poole gives his NBA power rankings (39:00) - Steph reflects on 4k career 3-pointer milestone
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down how Gary Payton II's career night helped extend the Golden State Warriors' win streak to five games after beating the Detroit Pistons and the Portland Trail Blazers at Chase Center. Then, the duo looks ahead to the Western Conference landscape, the Warriors' remaining schedule, and possible playoff matchups. (02:00) - Warriors win 5 straight games, will look to extend streak Thursday against Kings (03:30) - Gary Payton II does more than just defend (12:00) - Next four games for Warriors are going to heat up (17:45) - Jimmy Buckets is helping bring Buddy Buckets back out (26:00) - Western Conference landscape is getting interesting down the stretch
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Warriors' 4-1 East Coast road trip and Steph Curry's historic run that has Golden State climbing in the standings. The duo looks ahead to the Warriors' upcoming home stand and discusses what Golden State needs to do to keep things rolling with tougher opponents coming to Chase Center. (01:45) - Steph Curry has historic road trip as the Warriors go 4-1 on the East Coast (13:00) - Jimmy Butler's ability to control the game is just what the Warriors needed (21:45) - Looking ahead to the Warriors' upcoming home stand (26:45) - Can Warriors catch Rockets or Grizzlies in the standings?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole recap the Warriors' back-to-back wins over the Charlotte Hornets and the New York Knicks. Then the duo sits down with Golden State general manager Mike Dunleavy to discuss what led to the Jimmy Butler trade and the ceiling for this team as it makes a playoff push. (01:45) - Golden State gets back-to-back wins over Hornets and Knicks (09:00) - Can Warriors keep climbing the standings to the No. 5 seed? (16:00) - Mike Dunleavy explains how and why Warriors traded for Jimmy Butler (31:00) - Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody settle into their roles (32:45) - Quinten Post changed Warriors' trade mindset (39:15) - Mike Dunleavy believes Draymond Green will backup his championship guarantee
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole dive into Steph Curry's historical night after the Warriors superstar erupted for 56 points in Golden State's comeback win over the Orlando Magic on Feb. 27. Then the duo look ahead to the Western Conference playoffs, how high the Warriors can climb in the standings and potential postseason matchups for Golden State. (01:45) - Feb. 27 is Steph Curry day (09:45) - We're watching a living legend in our backyard... Curry gets MVP chants in opposing arena (14:00) - Quinten Post is no punk and his big night against Orlando Magic shows it (36:15) - Something special is brewing for the Warriors as they eye the No. 6 seed
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss what Andre Iguodala has meant to the Warriors' dynasty as his No. 9 jersey is raised to the rafters. Then, the duo breaks down how Jimmy Butler has transformed Golden State while comparing him to former teammate Iguodala. Hill and Poole also examine the Warriors' ceiling with the vibes back in Golden State after a blowout win over the Dallas Mavericks. (01:45) - Warriors' big night highlighted by Iguodala's jersey retirement, first three-game win streak since mid-November (12:30) - Iguodala's legacy was helping shift Golden State's culture (25:30) - Why Poole believes Butler's presence is good for Steph and Draymond, but great for Podziemski and Moody (38:00) - Warriors make up ground in West standings, capping great day for Golden State
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at the Golden State's post All-Star break stretch and discuss if the rejuvenated Warriors can make a final playoff push after adding Jimmy Butler. The duo also debates how high can the Warriors climb in the Western Conference standings, and what record over their last 27 games could land them in the No. 6 seed. (02:00) - Monte Poole gives a practice updated, including when Jonathan Kuminga could return to game action (09:30) - Draymond Green guaranteed a championship, but what else was he suppose to say? (18:30) - Warriors are four games back from the No. 6 seed, organization believes they can get there, is that realistic? (22:00) - Tiers of games remaining - Great Win, Good Win, Painful Loss. Poole and Hill break down Warriors' remaining schedule
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole recap the NBA All-Star Weekend that highlighted Steph Curry's career accomplishments. Then, the duo sits down with Kenny Smith to discuss what he sees from Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and the Golden State Warriors as they gear up for the final stretch of the season, and why he sees Jonathan Kuminga as the teams X factor. (02:00) - Steph Curry, Warriors represented all of the Bay Area at NBA All-Star weekend (13:45) - Hear from Stephen Curry about All-Star weekend (28:00) - Kenny Smith joins Monte Poole, Bonta Hill to discuss the All-Star game and the Golden State Warriors
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at the Warriors' back-to-back games in Texas, which Golden State split against the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets. The duo debates if the big win in Houston made up for the bad loss in Dallas as they look ahead to the implications the games could have on the standings. (02:00) - Recapping Warriors' gritty win over Houston after bad loss in Dallas. (05:15) - Warriors acquired Jimmy Butler to be their second star and calm the waters (11:15) - Golden State might have found a new starting lineup (13:00) - How do we feel about where Warriors stand at the All-Star break? (26:30) - Is the break coming at the right time for Golden State?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole analyze the new-look Warriors with Jimmy Butler after back-to-back wins. Steph Curry breaks down Butler's impact early into his Golden State tenure, then Bonta and Monte examine the standings and dive into how far the Warriors can climb as the All-Star break approaches. (01:30) - Steph Curry revived after Jimmy Butler trade; Warriors 2-0 after win over Bucks (08:30) - Steph realizes impact Jimmy brings to Golden State (22:00) - West is crowded, but Warriors could make jump in the standings (29:45) - Bonta Hill believes playoffs have “March Madness feel” (35:45) - Warriors playing with a swagger but have big challenge ahead
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Warriors' blockbuster trade that sends Jimmy Butler to Golden State and Andrew Wiggins to the Miami Heat. The duo then reacts to the emotions behind Steve Kerr and Steph Curry's postgame comments centered around the trade after a tough 131-128 loss to the Utah Jazz. (07:00) - Jimmy Butler's NBA history and his "honeymoon phases to breakups" (11:00) - How will Butler fit with the Warriors? (17:00) - Bonta gives Andrew Wiggins his flowers (22:11) - Did Warriors need to make a move? (25:00) - What should fans' expectations be for Golden State going forward?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors' gritty win over the Orlando Magic. The duo then turns their conversation to the NBA trade deadline, diving into the recent Luka Doncic and De'Aaron Fox trades and what implications those moves might have on the Warriors. (02:00) - Bonta and Monte break down how Warriors survived against Magic (06:30) - Golden State knows Steph Curry needs help (09:00) - Draymond Green defends Joe Lacob's desire to win as Warriors' sit around .500 (14:15) - After Doncic's surprise trade, Bonta and Monte examine who is untouchable for Golden State (18:30) - What's the likelihood of a Kevin Durant-Warriors reunion? (27:45) - Monte believes Golden State will make a trade, but the deal’s magnitude and impact remains to be seen
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors' big win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and how it might impact the Warriors' trade deadline activity. Then, the duo examines the names circulating in the NBA trade rumors. (01:45) - Andrew Wiggins helped carry Golden State to its best win of the season against the Oklahoma City Thunder (06:16) - Steph Curry feels this was the best game he and Dennis Schröder have played together (15:15) - Vintage Kevon Looney game highlights his impact on Golden State (19:45) - Are Warriors' role players making case to stay ahead of NBA trade deadline? (28:00) - Are Zach LaVine, Jimmy Butler, or Nikola Vučević good fits in Golden State?
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole react to the Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga injury updates and analyze how their continued absence might impact the Warriors' trade deadline activity. Plus, the duo examine Quinten Post's recent emergence and what wrinkle that could add for Golden State. (01:30) - Warriors looking up at West standings, but with optimism of climbing (06:00) - Draymond, Kuminga injury updates provide some clarity, some uncertainty (17:00) - Golden State putting in effort ahead of the NBA trade deadline (19:30) - Are Warriors wasting Steph's time? (29:15) - Quinten Post can help Golden State right now
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down Quinten Post's breakout game in a big 131-106 win over the Chicago Bulls. The duo then examines the jolt of energy the young Warriors have brought to Golden State and how it could impact the Warriors as the NBA trade deadline approaches. (01:30) - Steph Curry named All-Star starter next to his Olympic running mates Kevin Durant and LeBron James. (05:00) - Quinten Post let it fly from deep in breakout game (14:30) - Gui Santos stock is rising as he plays Steve Kerr style of basketball (25:30) - Dalton and Monte believe Warriors need consistency and to rebuild their identity on this home stand to help sort things out before the trade deadline
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors’ 125-85 loss to the Boston Celtics. The duo hears from Kevon Looney and Steph Curry, who are searching for answers after the blowout home loss. (04:45) - Kerith and Dalton try to make sense of Warriors’ 40-point loss to Celtics (08:00) - Looney gives honest take on Warriors’ confidence (18:15) - Curry does his best to process Warriors' blowout loss
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole analyze Steph Curry's postgame comments after the Warriors hung on to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves on the road. The duo breaks down where Golden State stands as it moves back to .500 nearly halfway through the season. (06:30) - Warriors split four-game roadtrip, finish with one-point win vs. Timberwolves (08:45) - Steph Curry clears the air after Golden State's win (21:30) - Steph asks fans to let Warriors "figure things out" (25:45) - Monte and Kerith break down realistic trade for Warriors
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors' recent struggles after the team dipped below .500 with an ugly loss to the now nine-win Toronto Raptors. The duo explores the predicament the Warriors face and how any trades this season might mortgage the future. (03:30) - Warriors fall below .500 after fumbling game against Raptors (07:45) - Kevon Looney puts responsibility of loss on players, not coaches (16:45) - What is happening with Warriors' offense? (19:45) - Monte Poole has his worries about Draymond Green's injury (21:15) - What options do Warriors have to avoid 'mortgaging the future?'
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole give an honest assessment of the state of the Golden State Warriors after another tough loss, this time to the short-handed Miami Heat, who were on the second night of a back-to-back and fresh off a double-overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. The guys look at Steph Curry and Steve Kerr's postgame comments and break down why one trade won't fix the Warriors' issues right now. (01:45) - Warriors' loss to the Heat is rock bottom (05:15) - Steph Curry is starting to look visibly deflated after these tough losses (11:00) - Golden State's offense has a 'crisis of confidence' (18:45) - Dalton Johnson doesn't believe there is one single trade out there that will fix the Warriors right now (21:00) - Monte Poole 'puts the Jimmy Butler thing on blast' as to why it wouldn't work for Warriors
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson examine the ripple effects of Jonathan Kuminga's ankle injury after the Golden State Warriors suffered a blowout loss to the Sacramento Kings. Then Kerith and Dalton look ahead to the Warriors' upcoming schedule as the Jimmy Butler-less Heat come to town before Golden State heads out on a road trip, Lastly, Kerith and Dalton break down how all of this could impact what the Dubs do at the NBA trade deadline. (01:50) - Warriors who must step up with Jonathan Kuminga out. (20:00) - How concerning was Warriors' blowout loss to Kings? (23:00) - Steph Curry admits 'Warriors not built to come back' late in games. (29:30) - Warriors have serious reservations on a potential Jimmy Butler trade. Dalton urges Warriors fans to 'take a beat' and wait and see what Warriors do at deadline.
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors' 139-105 blowout win over the Philadelphia 76ers, Steph Curry's postgame comments reacting to his perfect 3-point night and finally look ahead to the Warriors' schedule which includes a visit from Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. (04:15) - Kerith and Dalton react to Golden State's big win (09:00) - Dennis Schröder turns in best performance as a Warrior (15:45) - Hear from Steph on his perfect night from deep
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole react to the "mid" Golden State Warriors loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night at Chase Center. Then Warriors guard Lindy Waters III sits down with Monte Poole to discuss his NBA journey and how his Indigenous American roots have helped guide him. (02:00) - Steph Curry labels Warriors "mid" after loss to Cavaliers (16:45) - Lindy Waters III discusses his reaction to trade to Warriors (21:30) - Waters' mentality stays same even with fluctuating Warriors role (25:00) - Waters dives into his unconventional journey to the NBA (32:00) - Waters, Kyrie Irving and MarJon Beauchamp share connection as only active Indigenous Americans in NBA
On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson make their wish lists for what they believe Golden State might hope for under its tree this holiday season as the Warriors prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. (02:00) - Monte Poole, Dalton Johnson look back at Warriors, Lakers all-time rosters ahead of Christmas Day matchup (20:00) - Looking back at Christmas Day game history between Steph, LeBron (27:30) - What should be on Warriors' wish list?
