Shane Mack, a 1984 U.S. Olympic baseball silver‑medalist and two‑time UCLA All‑American, became one of the era’s most successful Rule 5 Draft picks. Drafted 11th overall by the San Diego Padres in 1984, he debuted in May 1987 after a strong minor‑league run and filled in for an injured Steve Garvey. Over nine MLB seasons Mack posted a .299 career average, won a World Series, and played for the Padres, Twins, Red Sox, Athletics and Royals. The #CardCorner post highlights his standout high‑school record of 16 straight hits, his decision to attend UCLA over a $42,000 bonus, and his enduring legacy as a versatile outfielder.
Stephen Curry erupts for 44 points, including a perfect 16‑for‑6 from the line, as the Golden State Warriors edge the Minnesota Timberwolves 119‑114 in Minneapolis on Oct. 28, 2026. Curry’s late free throws seal the win after a dominant stretch in the second quarter where he hit five triples in 184 seconds, turning a one‑point edge into a 13‑point lead. Yaxel Lendeborg adds 26 and eight rebounds, while Jonathan Kuminga leads Minnesota with 20 points. The Timberwolves miss star Anthony Edwards (knee surgery) and struggle with LaMelo Ball’s 3‑for‑11 shooting, contributing to the loss.
The Golden State Warriors have a new star on their hands in rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. The Michigan national champion is sparking early NBA Rookie of the Year thoughts. But fans of the Dubs also saw his chemistry with Stephen Curry against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Which sparks the belief Curry has a new “Klay Thompson” collaborator […]
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Jimmy Butler's return to the Golden State Warriors suddenly feels less urgent as a new star duo of Stephen Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg continues to emerge.
The Denver Nuggets’ triple-double maestro, Nikola Jokic, once again delivered a masterclass in all-around basketball to lead Denver to a 104-91 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The win also helped the Nuggets bounce back from a disappointing loss to the Golden State Warriors, while allowing Joker to make personal history. The Nuggets star finished […]
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After a Los Angeles Lakers‑Portland Trail Blazers game that featured three flopping technicals in just 90 seconds, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch and Warriors coach Steve Kerr slam the NBA’s new anti‑flopping enforcement. Finch argues the league is penalizing defensive dives while ignoring offensive baiting, and Kerr adds that officials should stop “buying into” any theatrics, calling for a “No Bullsh*t Association.” Both coaches highlight inconsistent calls – from defensive flops on Ja Morant, Toumani Camara and Ziaire Williams to illegal screens on the Warriors – and warn the crackdown could disrupt play unless offensive flopping is addressed. The debate intensifies as fines and appeals loom.
Jordan Goodwin is emerging as a bright spot for the Phoenix Suns early in the 2026‑27 season. Despite a 1‑2 start and injuries to Oso Ighodaro and Mark Williams, Goodwin’s hustle, rebounding and playmaking have helped keep the team competitive, highlighted by his impact in the 131‑122 win over the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 24. The Suns struggle with three‑point shooting (31.9%, 20th) and offensive rebounding (27th), but Goodwin’s versatility—attacking gaps, creating assists and battling the boards—offers a template for the roster. Critics note inconsistent performances from Jalen Green, Devin Booker and others, underscoring the need to build around Goodwin’s energy.
As long as Stephen Curry is healthy and humming, the Golden State Warriors have a chance to win. On Wednesday night, Curry was back to his torching ways, saving his best for the Minnesota Timberwolves as he led the Dubs to their second win of the season, 119-114. Curry was on fire for most of […]
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The 49ers enter their bye week at 6-1, but turnovers, costly penalties and missed opportunities exposed discipline issues in their loss to the Falcons.
Rookie Gonzaga alum Graham Ike earns his first NBA start for the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 23, scoring 10 points in 12 minutes against Memphis and logging a 12‑point, 10‑rebound double‑double the next night versus Phoenix. Undrafted and signed to an Exhibit‑10 deal in June, Ike’s early minutes shine amid a rebuilding Warriors roster. The piece also notes fellow Zags Jalen Suggs’ 14‑point outing for Orlando before a knee bone bruise sidelines him for two weeks, and highlights Andrew Nembhard’s solid start with Indiana. Connections between Gonzaga’s Mark Few and Warriors’ Steve Kerr hint at more opportunities for Ike this season.
The Golden State Warriors now have a surprising but obvious path to a Jordan Poole reunion as the 2022 champion reportedly wants out New Orleans.
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season, the Los Angeles Rams remain an enigma. After a surprising loss to the 49ers on an international road trip, they fell to playoff‑bound foes Denver, Buffalo and Arizona, while their only wins came against a battered Giants, an injury‑hit Eagles squad and a struggling Raiders team. Injuries have shuffled the quarterback room from Jaxson Dart to Jameis Winston to JJ McCarthy, and key playmakers have missed time. With a daunting stretch looming – Green Bay before Thanksgiving, then the Chiefs, 49ers, Cowboys and Seahawks – the Rams' true identity won’t emerge until the season’s final stretch, possibly after the bye week brings back players like Myles Garrett and Davante Adams.
Yaxel Lendeborg is just four games into his NBA career, but already looks like a star in the making.
49ers 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey said his thigh issue from Sunday won’t be a concern going forward. “I’ll be fine. I’m not worried about it,” McCaffrey said, via NBC Sports. “It just sucks to me because that was one of those ones where I just felt like I could have got going . . . […]
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After the 49ers proved they are willing to be big spenders in the trade market, Jordan Watkins may be a casualty of their next positional upgrade.
The Golden State Warriors' reportedly have interest in Yves Missi and a trade could provide the ideal solution to their Kristaps Porzingis mess.
Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who has dazzled with 31 points against Denver and averages 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists in his first four games, will suit up despite left‑foot inflammation for Wednesday’s matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team announced his availability an hour before tip‑off, hoping his hot start helps Golden State secure a second win of the season.
Analyzing potential destinations for Jordan Poole amid rumors of trade request.
The Golden State Warriors (1-3) host the Minnesota Timberwolves (3-1) on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 8:00 PM ET at the Target Center. Tune in on NBC or NBC Sports Bay Area, or stream the game live on Fubo (free trial available). The Warriors earned their first win last Monday, beating Denver 134‑114 with rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 31 points and Stephen Curry’s perfect 8‑for‑8 shooting. The Timberwolves fell 127‑125 in OT to Cleveland despite Anthony Edwards’ 47‑point effort. Catch this early‑season showdown before the teams split the season series.
The Golden State Warriors are actively probing the trade market for New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi after learning they will likely receive no on‑court help from Kristaps Porzingis this season. According to In the N.O. reporter Shamit Dua, the Warriors have reached out, but Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley is protecting Missi, who is currently nursing a left‑knee bone bruise. Missi, a 2024 first‑round pick, averages 9.5 points and 7.5 rebounds in 19.5 minutes this year and carries a $3.5 million salary (guaranteed $5.6 million next season). The Warriors could pair his modest contract with a deal involving Herb Jones or Moose Moody to address their defensive woes and depth issues, though significant draft assets may be required.
The San Jose Sharks are 6-6-1 early in the season, placing them in fourth in the Pacific Division, but within striking distance of a playoff spot. The Sharks made plenty of moves to help the defense in the offseason. Still, there is concern that those moves may not have been enough to get the Sharks […]
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George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers are no longer undefeated after suffering a 29-20 loss on the road in Week 7 at the hands of Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons. However, they still are looking great with a 6-1 record. The Niners also have new reasons to smile amid a Week 8 […]
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The San Francisco 49ers reloaded with a familiar face in defensive tackle DeForest Buckner. Yet the franchise needed to clear room for the former Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle. So cornerback Jack Jones gets sacrificed here. SF made the decision to release the veteran cornerback, with ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter helping confirm the move Wednesday. […]
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Former center DeMarcus "Boogie" Cousins blasts the Golden State Warriors' chronic center shortage, saying the lineup—often featuring a tallest player of just 6‑foot‑6—"doesn't work." He references the ongoing Kristaps Porzingis saga, where the Latvian big man is out with a private health issue and the team is even debating voiding his contract. Cousins, who briefly joined the Warriors in 2018‑19 after a torn Achilles, argues the franchise built around Stephen Curry lacks belief in his own system. The article ties his rant to the team's 0‑3 start and highlights the lingering hole at the five‑position that has plagued the Warriors since the 1970s.
Kristaps Porzingis has been away from the Golden State Warriors, even though the organization thought he would still be around.