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Warriors Draft Pick Could Return to College After New Eligibility Ruling

When the Golden State Warriors selected Lajae Jones with the 54th pick of the 2026 draft, they likely had no idea that he'd have the option to return to college.

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'Don’t Really Respect That': Draymond Green Comes to Kevin Durant’s Defence After Klay Thompson Takes Offense to 76ers Comparison

Kevin Durant probably expected pushback when he argued that the new-look Philadelphia 76ers stack up better “on paper” than the Golden State Warriors team he helped lead to two championships.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / August 4

Klay Thompson Responds to KD's Claim Involving 2017 Warriors Star Players

On Monday, Kevin Durant claimed that the 2026 76ers are as good as the 2017 Warriors on paper, and to support his argument he compared himself, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green to Philly's Big Four of Joel Embiid, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Klay Thompson takes issue with Kevin Durant’s take on 76ers-Warriors debate

Klay Thompson had something to say about former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevin Durant’s insinuation that the current Philadelphia 76ers are better

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Steph Curry News / EssentiallySports / August 4

'He Fits the Way They Want': Warriors Linked to 25-Year-Old Bucks Star Amid Stephen Curry-Celtics Trade Rumors

Missing out on LeBron James has raised questions about whether the Golden State Warriors can even be contenders. Amid those reports of Stephen Curry being dissatisfied with the roster, a surprising Celtics trade rumor emerged.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / August 4

Kevin Durant Makes Outrageous Claim Involving 2017 Warriors

The 2016-17 Warriors might be the greatest team of all time, but Kevin Durant believes the 2026-27 76ers are as good on paper. Durant implied that's what he thought during a USA Basketball event on Sunday, and he doubled down on Monday when replying to a fan on Threads who said the two teams "ain't close." "Ain’t close lmao," Durant replied.

Moses Moody News / Hoops Rumors / August 3

Moses Moody Hoping To Resume On-Court Work In September

Warriors guard/forward Moses Moody is hoping to resume running and on-court work in September, according to Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic, who reports that the 24-year-old has been rehabbing in the Bay Area this offseason.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / August 3

Warriors' Backup Point Guard Void Has One Obvious Solution

The Golden State Warriors are running it back this season, as 12 of their 13 players with standard contracts were on the team last year. But two players they rostered last year have signed with new teams, and one of them is Pat Spencer.

Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / August 3

Stephen Curry and Draymond Green’s Absence Sparks Questions Over Warriors Unity as Ex-Teammate Celebrates Special Day

Kevon Looney spent a decade alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, winning three NBA championships and becoming one of the Golden State Warriors’ most respected locker-room voices.

Jimmy Butler News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 2

Watch Warriors’ Jimmy Butler fall out of his seat after shocking magic trick

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler is still recovering from an ACL injury, which limited him to just 38 games last season. With the Warriors failing to get a major addition to the roster in the offseason, Butler’s return to action will be imperative.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Leandro Barbosa News / Bleacher Report / August 2

Watch: Leandro hooping in the BIG3 ‍

Steph Curry News / Hoops Wire / August 2

No, Celtics have not made trade offer for Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry has not requested a trade from the Warriors. The Celtics have not made an offer for him. Welcome to August in the NBA. As Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports explained, some recent Curry speculation began with a hypothetical from Celtics reporter John Karalis of SI.com and the “Locked On Celtics” podcast.

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Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / August 2

Joe Lacob Accused of Exploiting Stephen Curry’s Loyalty as Warriors Surround Him With Failing Roster

Stephen Curry has never publicly hinted at wanting out of Golden State. Even after roster shakeups, failed pursuits of star talent and another offseason filled with questions about the Warriors’ championship ceiling, the four-time NBA champion has continued to tie his future to the franchise.

Steph Curry News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 2

Warriors star Stephen Curry’s ‘crazy’ move that proves he’s best leader a teammate can ask for

The Golden State Warriors have had a disastrous offseason thus far, swinging and missing on LeBron James in free agency and looking poised to retain the exact same roster that won 37 games last year.

Draymond Green News / Fadeaway World / August 2

The Bulls Trade Idea To Acquire Draymond Green In A Win-Win Deal With The Warriors

The Warriors haven’t made a single external addition to their roster this offseason, making them one of the few teams in the league that haven’t signed a new player after finishing 37-45 last season and losing in the Play-In.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 3

Celtics might pull off shocking Stephen Curry blockbuster trade

If there's something that the Celtics can always count on, it is president of basketball operations Brad Stevens having an ace up his sleeve and a big move to make next.

Will Curry choose to leave Warriors?

Curry can 'absolutely' make wild contract decision after Warriors' failed offseason

Warriors won't be denied in their pursuit of another star

Mavericks lock down Naji Marshall with three-year extension

Three most underrated moves of the 2026 NBA offseason

Gary Payton II News / Field Level Media / August 1

Reports: Warriors bringing back key reserve Gary Payton II

Gary Payton II is returning to the Golden State Warriors on a one-year contract for the veteran minimum of $3.9 million, according to multiple reports on Saturday.

Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Rumors / August 1

Warriors To Re-Sign Gary Payton II

The Warriors intend to re-sign free agent guard Gary Payton II, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link), who reports that the deal between the two sides is on track to be finalized this weekend.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / August 1

Warriors' Curry can 'absolutely' make wild contract decision

Steph Curry can 'absolutely' make wild contract decision after Warriors' failed offseason

They might need their best player to make a big sacrifice to give them a hand.

Will Curry choose to leave Warriors?

Warriors might be working on bombshell Kevin Durant move

Warriors won't be denied in their pursuit of another star

Draymond Green's future with Warriors might still be in jeopardy

Warriors hit with new Jimmy Butler potential injury return date

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 31

Warriors might be working on bombshell Kevin Durant move

Warriors star Stephen Curry has been left empty-handed (again) and with an aging, brittle roster that may simply not be good enough to compete for a championship.

Warriors might get a star for Stephen Curry after all, but there's a catch

Knicks owner James Dolan has one prediction for the fans

New potential suitor emerges for Russell Westbrook

James Harden is waiting for one player before signing a new deal

Three most underrated moves of the 2026 NBA offseason

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / July 31

Will Stephen Curry choose to leave Warriors?

The Warriors have swung and missed on several attempts to pair Curry with another superstar, making only marginal moves and acquiring aging and/or brittle former stars.

Warriors might get a star for Stephen Curry after all, but there's a catch

Warriors hit with new Jimmy Butler potential injury return date

The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / July 30