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Thunder sign Dalen Terry away from Warriors G-League roster
The Oklahoma City Thunder, hit hard by injuries to Jaylin Williams, Cason Wallace and Chet Holmgren, sign former Warriors G‑League wing Dalen Terry to a two‑year, likely non‑guaranteed veteran‑minimum contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 24‑year‑old, a 2022 first‑round pick by the Chicago Bulls, spent the summer chasing a roster spot with Golden State and was set to anchor Santa Cruz’s G‑League squad before the Thunder intervened. Terry, a 3‑and‑D prospect averaging 3.5 points in 11.2 minutes, now gets a chance to audition for a bigger NBA role.
It’s all about that Bassey as Warriors win 5th straight
The Warriors rally from a 17‑point hole to edge the Phoenix Suns 116‑113, snapping a five‑game winning streak with a breakout performance from rookie Charles Bassey. Bassey posts a career‑high 19 points and eight rebounds, sparking the comeback and feeding Steph Curry, who notches his third straight 30‑plus point night and drops 18 in the decisive third quarter. Mid‑game drama erupts as Draymond Green is ejected after two technical fouls in a scuffle with Suns center Khaman Maluach and Dillon Brooks, leaving him with just four points. Defensive heroics from De’Anthony Melton and timely free‑throw shooting seal the victory for Golden State.
Warriors vs. Suns player grades: Steph Curry saves the day, Charles Bassey has career night
The Warriors edge the Phoenix Suns 116‑113 at Chase Center, snapping a streak of early‑quarter deficits and extending their winning run to five games. Steph Curry delivers the clutch performance, hitting a decisive three‑pointer in the second half, while rookie Charles Bassey posts a career‑high night (details not included in the excerpt). The article grades each player, giving Will Richard a B for solid defense despite a -17 plus/minus, Yaxel Lendeborg a B after a strong second half, and Draymond Green a B‑minus following a technical ejection.
Draymond Green ejected after altercation with Suns
Warriors forward Draymond Green receives his first ejection of the 2026‑27 season during the Nov. 2 game at Chase Center against the Phoenix Suns. After feeling shoved by Suns center Khaman Maluach, Green tackled him, sparking a scuffle that also involved former rival Dillon Brooks, whom Green shoved in the neck. A replay review totals two technical fouls and triggers Green’s ejection two minutes into the second half, while Brooks also gets a technical. The league is expected to review the incident for a possible fine or suspension.
Preview: Warriors take on Suns in Chase Center with Curry, Green back
The Suns host the Warriors at Chase Center on Nov. 2, 2026, with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green returning after resting in the previous matchup. The last meeting saw Devin Booker explode for 43 points, leading Phoenix to a 131-122 win over a depleted Warriors squad. Both teams enter the game with shaky starts—Phoenix is 0-4, ranking last in defensive rating, while Golden State sits 4-3 after a win over the Clippers without several key pieces. Key absences include Suns center Mark Williams (labrum surgery) and Warriors forward Al Horford; Suns forward Brandon Williams is questionable. The showdown pits Booker’s heroics against a full‑strength Warriors offense that leads the league in threes and ball movement.
Warriors vs. Suns injury report: Brandon Williams and Gui Santos out
The Warriors host the Suns tonight despite key absences. Guard Brandon Williams (left quad contusion) and forward Gui Santos (left knee tendinitis) sit after recent outings, and veteran Al Horford sits with a low‑back issue. Long‑term injuries keep Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, and Kristaps Porziņģis out. Phoenix also misses interior presence as Mark Williams remains away after shoulder surgery. Both teams will play without these pieces, making the 7 p.m. PT clash at Chase Center a test of depth.
Yaxel Lendeborg declares himself to be an ethical hooper
Rookie Warriors forward Yaxel Lendeborg scores 37 points with 4 rebounds and 6 assists in a 124-112 win over the LA Clippers on Nov. 1, 2026, then declares he’s an "ethical hooper," saying he isn’t a stat‑chaser and prefers efficient basketball. He admits trying to chase a 40‑point night cost his team late minutes, while teammates like De’Anthony Melton encouraged him. The interview follows other headline‑making comments from Lendeborg early in his rookie season, highlighting his humility and growing fan appeal.
How to watch Warriors vs. Suns
The Golden State Warriors aim to stretch their winning streak to five games as they host the Phoenix Suns on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, at 7 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area. After a 124‑112 win over the Clippers without Curry and Green, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg erupted for a career‑high 37 points, the most by a Warriors rookie since 2010. With Lendeborg and fourth‑year guard Brandin Podziemski providing new scoring threats, Coach Steve Kerr restores Curry and Green to the starting lineup against a Suns squad that recently saw Devin Booker drop 43 points. Projected lineups feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Green, Bassey for Golden State and Booker, Green, Brooks, Bridges, Maluach for Phoenix.
Yaxel Lendeborg scores 37, carries Warriors to 124-112 win over Clippers
Yaxel Lendeborg erupted for 37 points as the Golden State Warriors beat the LA Clippers 124-112 on Nov. 1, lifting the team to a 4-3 start and their first winning record since March 8 of last season. The rookie, the 11th overall pick, turned a slow start into a second‑quarter surge, going 6‑for‑8 from three early and finishing 13‑for‑19 overall with 4 rebounds and 6 assists. He limited turnovers to two despite a stealing Kris Dunn. teammate De’Anthony Melton added 21 points and a +20 plus/minus, while Brandin Podziemski contributed 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. The win sets up a home game against the Phoenix Suns the next night.
How to watch Warriors vs. Clippers
The Warriors host the Clippers Sunday night at 5:30 p.m. PT in San Francisco, streaming on NBC Sports Bay Area. After snapping a three‑game skid with a 112‑95 win over the Lakers, Golden State faces the Clippers without Steph Curry and Draymond Green, who are resting on the first night of a back‑to‑back. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, coming off a six‑point night, could see a breakout as the Warriors start De’Anthony Melton, Brandin Podziemski, Lendeborg, Gui Santos and Graham Ike. The Clippers line up Darius Garfeld, Kris Dunn, Rui Hachimura, Derrick Jones Jr. and Isaiah Jackson.
Preview: Warriors meet new look Clippers in Chase Center
The Warriors head into a November 1 showdown with a reshaped Clippers squad at Chase Center. After a dramatic comeback win over the Lakers—trailing 38-15 and erasing a 23‑point deficit, a first in the shot‑clock era—Golden State sits at .500 despite missing Steph Curry and Draymond Green for the game. The Clippers, now 1-4, have lost Kawhi Leonard and rely on Darius Garland, Brandon Ingram and rookie Keaton Wagler, who posted 7‑of‑8 free throws in a recent 127-101 win in Minnesota. Warriors bench stars like De’Anthony Melton (16 pts) and Georges Niang (+21) could be pivotal, while Curry’s 29.2 PPG season and the Warriors’ small‑ball line‑up set the stage for a must‑watch clash.
CHAMPIONS!!!!!
A recap will follow shortly. Until then, let’s celebrate!!! The Golden State Valkyries are champions!!!!!!!
Does Thunder’s depleted health open Warriors window for this season?
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s injury crisis may hand a West‑coast opening to the Golden State Warriors. After the Oct. 25 loss to the Clippers, the Thunder have lost starter Jalen Williams (fractured fibula, dislocated ankle), Cason Wallace (torn labrum) and Chet Holmgren (patellar‑tendon tear), sidelining them for 8–10 weeks each, leaving only Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander and Moses Hartenstein healthy. The spate of injuries parallels past playoff upsets, and with other Western teams like the Timberwolves and Grizzlies also missing stars, the Warriors could capitalize as Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody return in 2027. The article examines how the Thunder’s depleted roster could reshape the conference race this season.
WNBA Finals Game 7 Gamethread
IT’S GO TIME!!! Get this championship, Valkyries!!!
Warriors vs. Lakers player grades: Steph Curry leads a thunderous comeback
The Warriors rallied from a 25‑point deficit to beat the Lakers 112‑95, marking the first 25‑point comeback that turned into a 17‑point win in the NBA’s modern era. Stephen Curry spearheaded the surge, while Luka Dončić led the Lakers. Player grades highlight Draymond Green’s A‑minus defensive effort and playmaking, Brandin Podziemski’s 21‑point breakout, and struggles from Gui Santos (B‑) and Yaxel Lendeborg (D). The piece breaks down stats, true‑shooting percentages and key moments, offering a detailed look at why the Warriors secured their third straight victory.
Warriors exact revenge with shocking comeback win over Lakers
The Golden State Warriors erased a 25‑point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112‑95 on Oct. 30, 2026, snapping a three‑game winning streak and avenging a loss from nine days earlier. Luka Dončić sparked the Lakers early, scoring 21 points in the first quarter as LA led 38‑15, but Golden State rallied after halftime thanks to Stephen Curry’s threes, bench firepower from Georges Niang and De’Anthony Melton, and a decisive defensive surge featuring Gary Payton II, Charles Bassey and Will Richard. The Dubs turned a 40‑15 hole into a 95‑55 advantage, sealing the comeback and delivering a dramatic NBA Cup group‑play rematch.
Preview: Warriors welcome Lakers in rematch of opening night
The Warriors host the Lakers on Oct. 30 at Chase Center for an NBA Cup Group C opener, a chance for Golden State to avenge their 127-105 loss on opening night. Luka Doncic leads L.A. with 36.0 points, 8.3 assists and a league‑leading 5.3 threes per game, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg—who held Doncic to 1‑of‑6 in the opener—has erupted with 31‑point, 12‑rebound outings and three straight 25‑point games, the first Warrior rookie to do so since Stephen Curry in 2009‑10. Lakers big man Walker Kessler, fresh off a perfect 12‑for‑12 debut, draws a $130 million, four‑year contract and adds 14.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks despite a finger splint. The matchup pits L.A.’s guard duo of Doncic and Austin Reaves (24.4 points, 5.4 assists) against a surging Warriors squad, with Steph Curry’s 44‑point performance still echoing in the background.
How to watch Warriors vs. Lakers
The Warriors kick off a six‑game homestand Friday night, hosting the Lakers in the first NBA Cup matchup of the season. Tip‑off is at 7:00 PM PT at the Chase Center and streams on Prime Video. After a 119‑114 win over Minnesota, Stephen Curry leads with a season‑high 44 points, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, who dropped 26 points against the Timberwolves, looks to settle a verbal spat with Luka Dončić in their rematch. Projected starters feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Niang, Green for Golden State and Dončić, Reaves, Grimes, Thybulle, Kessler for LA.
Warriors vs. Lakers injury report: Luka Dončić will play, Gui Santos doubtful
The Warriors eye revenge against the Lakers on Oct. 30, 2026, with Luka Dončić cleared to play after missing the opening night clash. Golden State’s only injury concern is Gui Santos, doubtful with left‑knee tendinitis and likely to sit two games. Los Angeles lists Cameron Carr (right oblique strain) and Adou Thiero (left knee) as out, while Ziaire Williams is now out with a foot/heel issue; Walker Kessler is available despite a finger splint. Game tips off at 7:00 p.m. PT on Prime Video.
The 5 Golden State Halloween costumes you’re likely to see this weekend
With Halloween just around the corner, Golden State fans are already planning quirky costumes inspired by the Warriors. Expect to see a “Yaxel Lendeborg Borg” mash‑up with a red‑penlight eyepiece, a minimalist “Darth Splash” look mirroring Steph Curry’s Met Gala outfit, and easy Steve Kerr replicas featuring blond, spiked hair and workout gear. Draymond Green’s 216 technical fouls inspire a whistle‑laden ensemble, while many will simply sport Warriors or Valkyries jerseys after the WNBA Finals Game 7. The article previews where each costume might appear, from nerd parties to rooftop venues.
Yaxel Lendeborg gets the Bay Area download
Yaxel Lendeborg, the Warriors' #1 pick, attends the October 24 game versus the Phoenix Suns and joins NBA & Take‑Two’s Rookie Dinner, where veterans Drew Gooden and Aaron Gordon share advice on rookie life, hustle and humility. Lendeborg discusses his mom’s cancer battle driving his charitable work and reflects on staying grounded amid fame. Hip‑hop icons Mistah F.A.B. and Too $hort chime in, urging authenticity and community focus. The piece highlights his growing buzz, including fans sporting his jersey 376 miles from the Chase Center, as the Warriors prepare for a rematch later that night.
Dream crush Valkyries, force Game 7
In Game 6 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, the Atlanta Dream defeat the Golden State Valkyries 80-69, forcing the league's first ever Game 7 in the best‑of‑seven era. Atlanta dominates from the start, leading 32-15 after the first quarter and expanding to a 44-19 lead early in the second. Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray spearhead the offense, while the Valkyries struggle to shoot, missing seven straight shots and failing to attempt a three‑pointer until midway through the game. Despite a late surge by Golden State, the Dream holds on, setting up a historic seventh‑game showdown.
Is Steve Kerr plotting with a doppelgänger to create a scandal on Election Day?
Coach Steve Kerr teams up with his uncanny look‑alike, English teacher and U.S. men’s volleyball coach Steve Gillis, on the "Pablo Torre Finds Out" podcast. The 20‑minute segment, recorded after Kerr’s controversial remarks about the NBA, plays off the viral doppelgänger hype and ends with jokes that could fuel right‑wing outrage. While not a Warriors news update, the piece explores the odd world of celebrity look‑alikes, recalling past incidents involving Klay Thompson and Steph Curry impersonators, and highlights the growing social‑media platform for ordinary fans to become quasi‑public figures.
Warriors vs. Timberwolves player grades: Steph Curry turns back the clock
The Warriors snapped their 0‑3 start with a 119‑114 road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, putting them within striking distance of a .500 record. Stephen Curry sparked the comeback, but the piece grades each contributor: rookie Yaxel Lendeborg earns a B‑ after a 26‑point, 9‑rebound effort marred by seven turnovers; veteran Georges Niang, starting his rare 33rd start, gets a B+ for solid defense and timely scoring; and Draymond Green posts a defensive masterclass against Rudy Gobert, securing a B with nine rebounds and six assists. The analysis highlights key stats, true‑shooting percentages, and the shifting expectations for the young Warriors squad.
Steph Curry’s 44 points just enough as Warriors survive Timberwolves
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.
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