The Wrath of Thunder
This wasn't so much a game as it was a searing reminder of asymmetrical power. Sure, the Warriors could have played better three-point defense, over-extended themselves less often towards dribblers and died on...
Warriors are happy with the playoffs except they aren’t
Sports are funny because they traffic in joy while simultaneously sending the message that only one, ultimate accomplishment matters. Today, the Warriors can celebrate their triumph over expectations in nabbing...
Does it mean anything that Golden State lost to Utah?
Sometimes teams just lose. Pretty boring, right? Certainly makes for a dull recap. The Golden State Warriors lost to the Utah Jazz on Sunday night. Maybe it's because Utah hit 11 three pointers. Or maybe it...
The Mark Jackson Doctrine
Few believed in the Mark Jackson hire. Many doubted that a first time coach could be effective. So what did Jackson do at his introductory press conference? He boomed, "You might as well latch on to the bac...
Should the Warriors get weird with David Lee?
Something happened in the Portland game, and it was glorious. We see it every so often, but not as often as we could or should. It's a reminder of a dormant quality, one that might propel the Warriors to ne...
Warriors are Headed for the Playoffs (Again)
Baron Davis skulked into the Warriors locker room after Monday night's victory over the Lakers. "New locker room looks nice," Baron announced to himself. I don't believe I'm projecting when I say he sounded...
Is Stephen Curry a star yet?
When I went on Steve Berman's podcast, Steve mentioned our reflexive reluctance to discuss positive Steph Curry developments. Smart guy, that Steve. This is a true observation, when it comes to discussing t...
Warriors Ride “The Elevator”
Stephen Curry revealed that one of Golden State's favorite plays is actually a pretty cool metaphor. As Jacob Frankel has demonstrated, the Dubs like to run Stephen Curry between two teammates at the free throw...