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Stephen Curry praises Warriors teammate as ‘prototypical two-way guard,’ he makes the game very simple

The Golden State Warriors have developed a reputation as a team absolutely loaded with guards. Critics often joke that the franchise seems less interested in collecting forwards or centers than they are in hoarding backcourt talent.

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‘Make or miss league’ — Warriors fans react to Steph Curry’s return in loss to Timberwolves

The Golden State Warriors welcomed Steph Curry back into the fold on Friday night, but it wasn’t quite enough for victory, as they lost 127-120 against the Minnesota Timberwolves in a highly entertaining, but ultimately disappointing game.

Golden State Warriors News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

Elite Defense Is Keeping The Warriors Afloat In A Poor Season

The Warriors’ season may be marked by poor form, but beneath it lies a defense quietly performing at an elite, top-tier level. It may come as a surprise that Golden State owns one of the best defenses in the league.

Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / December 13

Stephen Curry Breaks Michael Jordan’s NBA Record That LeBron James Isn’t Close to Touching

Still standing firm after 23 years, LeBron James is the gold standard for longevity in the NBA. At 40 years old, the Akron Hammer has outlasted legends as he surpassed them.

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Jonathan Kuminga News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 13

Why Kerr's Justification of Kuminga's Benching vs. Timberwolves Makes No Sense

The Golden State Warriors got destroyed inside in their 127-120 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Big men Julius Randle (27), Rudy Gobert (24) and Naz Reid (18) combined for 69 points on 25-of-41 shooting.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / December 13

Steve Kerr Announces Permanent Stephen Curry Change After Warriors Loss

After two weeks on the sidelines, Stephen Curry finally returned to the court Friday night. The four-time NBA champion came back from his quadriceps injury in fashion, delivering a strong performance with 39 points.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State of Mind / December 13

On the Warriors’ mounting disadvantages relative to the rest of the league

With less than 11 minutes left in the fourth quarter — the Golden State Warriors protecting a precarious four-point lead with the returning Steph Curry on the bench and Jimmy Butler being the sole advantage creator on the floor — the Warriors scored two points to stretch their lead to five.

Golden State Warriors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 13

3 takeaways from Steph Curry’s return in Warriors loss to Timberwolves

SAN FRANCISCO, CA– The NBA is a make-or-miss league. You can play well, find good performances up and down the rotation, get a vintage 39-point Steph Curry performance in his first game back, and still have nothing to show for it all because of a couple of bad stretches of basketball at inopportune times.

Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Steve Kerr Faces Jonathan Kuminga Question Amid Trade Update

The Golden State Warriors adjusted their rotation once again on Friday as Stephen Curry returned for a 127-120 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. One thing didn't change from Sunday's loss, however, and that's Jonathan Kuminga again remaining on the bench despite being available, thus earning his second consecutive DNP-Coach's Decision.

Steph Curry News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Warriors' Steph Curry Shares Health Update After 15-Day Absence

Not even Steph Curry’s return to action was enough to save the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. The 37-year-old superstar came back from a two-week absence due to a quad injury, and he made sure to make up for lost time against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 13

Takeaways from Warriors' Loss to T-Wolves: Losing Blueprint Strikes Again

Donte DiVincenzo had eight points in the final 108 seconds of the game as the Minnesota Timberwolves used a 13-3 closing run to beat the Warriors 127-120 on Friday.

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Golden State Warriors News / Golden State of Mind / December 13

Warriors vs. Timberwolves player grades: Steph Curry stars in return to action

The Golden State Warriors entertained you on Friday night, but they ultimately disappointed you. Despite the return of Steph Curry — and despite Anthony Edwards not playing (though neither did Draymond Green) — the Warriors fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-120.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13

Rudy Gobert takes revenge on Steph Curry, Warriors

Gobert was on the wrong end of a Curry flurry during the 2024 Olympics. Friday, the "Stifle Tower" ruined Curry's return and the Warriors' comeback with rebounds, putbacks and dunks down the stretch.

Wolves put Warriors away in Stephen Curry's 39-point return

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Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 12

Warriors Announce Surprising Starting Lineup vs. Timberwolves

With Draymond Green out for personal reasons, the Golden State Warriors will unveil another starting lineup they've never played before against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday.

Golden State Warriors News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12

Warriors targeting a trade for notable 20-ppg scorer

The Golden State Warriors may be trying to acquire a Splash Nephew. Golden State has been “open about their desire” to trade for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III, Sam Amick of The Athletic reported on Friday.

Draymond Green News / HITC / December 11

Golden State Warriors finally ready to trade Draymond Green, but only for one superstar

Draymond Green has played an instrumental role in the Golden State Warriors’ four NBA Championships in the modern era. When it’s all said and done, Draymond Green will retire as an iconic Golden State Warriors star and one day be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / December 11