WARRIORSTALK

Warriors Detail Plan for Wiseman’s Sophomore Season

Six months ago, James Wiseman underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus that he suffered on the court versus the Rockets. Since then, the first-year Warriors big man has been undergoing treatment to make sure that he’s ready for an on-court return later in this season. That hasn’t stopped the team from helping Wiseman get some work in, recruiting international retired center Dejan Milojevic. Dejan suffered an ACL tear at age 19, forcing him to change things up from an athletic force of nature to “analyzing every situation on the court” (per Anthony Slater of The Athletic). His head coaching experience produced a myriad of Serbian players now in the NBA, including some guy named Nikola Jokic, before he made his way to the Warriors.

FeatureJames HomerOctober 15, 2021James Wiseman, WarriorsComment

Bjelica Has Drawn Praise from Kerr and Draymond, Performed in the Preseason

The performances of some of the Warriors’ emerging cast of characters in the preseason – like Jordan Poole, who has elevated his game to new heights, and Otto Porter Jr. – have done a lot to generate excitement among Golden State fans prior to the season’s opening tip.

But one of the team’s new acquisitions, whose brand of basketball is less exciting and flashy but nonetheless yields results, could be a key piece in the team’s success going forward.

FeatureMichael WaldmanOctober 15, 2021Nemanja Bjelica, Draymond Green, Steve Kerr, WarriorsComment

Should the warriors move Wiggins to the bench and start Poole when Klay comes back?

With the Warriors slated to begin what hopes to be a promising season next week, there are still many questions surrounding what the team will look like upon Klay Thompson’s return.

While there has not been a distinct timetable laid out for Thompsons return, I think that is safe to assume that he will be rejoining the team in the latter half of the season.

FeatureEthan FoxOctober 14, 2021Jordan Poole, Andrew Wiggins, Warriors Comment

First quarter of Warriors season should result in mostly wins, also some litmus tests

With the NBA regular season quickly approaching, The Golden State Warriors are beginning to work themselves into game shape in hopes of another title run. But before we start talking about titles, let’s check out what the beginning stage of the season looks like for them.

FeatureEthan FoxOctober 14, 2021Warriors, Stephen Curry, Jordan Poole, James Wiseman, Klay ThompsonComment

Draymond and Steph Sound Off on NBA’s New Foul Rule

Changes are coming to the NBA this season that will benefit the game of basketball both fundamentally and aesthetically. Remember the days when players would steer clear of foul hunting, namely at the three-point line? Those days are coming back.

Per a new NBA rule instituted this season, offensive players will be prevented from drawing a shooting foul if they jump into a defender at an abnormal angle. The new rule states that “marginal” contact should be a no-call, while exaggerated contact should be ruled as an offensive foul.

FeaturePete Hernandez IIIOctober 13, 2021Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, WarriorsComment

Avery Bradley or Gary Payton II For the Final Roster Spot?

Looks like that 15th and final roster spot will be coming down to Avery Bradley or Gary Payton II. No disrespect to Langston Galloway(who was recently waived by the Dubs, or Mychal Mulder (or even Jordan Bell for that matter), but they’re not exactly what the Warriors are looking for out of that role as the last reserve. The Warriors need a leader at the guard position, an energetic voice for the end of the bench, someone who is always ready and can be called at any time. A player who controls the flow of the game and the offense. A grinder who can get down and dirty on the defensive side. Bradley and Payton II do that exactly (and then some).

FeatureArden CravalhoOctober 13, 2021Avery Bradley, Gary Payton II, WarriorsComment