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Predicting Warriors' Starting, Reserve Lineups After Kuminga Benching

Several things we thought we knew about the Golden State Warriors' rotation pecking order changed last week. Jonathan Kuminga is now benched, and it could last until he's inevitably traded in mid-January.

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Marc Spears launches a campaign for Jonathan Kuminga after DNP vs. Bulls

The Golden State Warriors are once again at a crossroads regarding Jonathan Kuminga’s future. This past offseason, the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga engaged in a tug of war over the young star’s future with the franchise.

Golden State Warriors News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Could the Warriors Actually Pull Off a Giannis Trade?

Tension is rising around Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future as the Warriors face pressure to maximize the final years of Stephen Curry’s prime. Antetokounmpo may be the final key for a Warriors team that needs a dramatic shift to remain in championship contention, not just for this season but for the future ahead.

Jimmy Butler News / HITC / December 9

Jimmy Butler speaks out about past team issues, hints at warning for Warriors

Jimmy Butler has carved out a reputation in the NBA not just for his play, but for being one of the league’s more outspoken voices. And it’s hard to argue with the results.

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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.

Jonathan Kuminga News / EssentiallySports / December 9

NBA World Responds After Kings Confirm Interest In Jonathan Kuminga Trade

Anyone who believed that $48 million anticlimax was the end was naive. The Warriors front office and Jonathan Kuminga ended the offseason stalemate with the grown-up equivalent of a kindergarten schoolyard pinky promise.

Golden State Warriors News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

Is Steph Curry’s Return Enough to Save the Warriors’ Sinking Ship?

Let’s be honest, watching the Golden State Warriors without Stephen Curry is like watching a blockbuster movie without its lead star—painfully dull and frankly, a bit of a letdown.

Steve Kerr News / Golden State of Mind / December 9

On Steve Kerr giving the ‘thumbs up’ on the Warriors running a pick-and-roll offense

With eight minutes and 51 seconds left in the third quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ scintillating upset victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, the NBC Sports Bay Area broadcast fortuitously panned over to Steve Kerr, in the process of calling a play during a stoppage situation.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Hoops Wire / December 9

Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga have reached last exit, and Kings know it

At some point you stop calling it a “rough patch” and start calling it what it is. The Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga feel like they’ve reached the end of whatever this partnership was supposed to be.

Steph Curry News / Fadeaway World / December 8

Stephen Curry’s Media Bias Unfairly Overshadows Kevin Durant’s Legacy, Says Gilbert Arenas

Stephen Curry would arguably not have two of his four NBA championship rings without Kevin Durant. Yet, when the media talks about Durant’s legacy, there’s always an asterisk associated with him needing to join a superteam to win his championships.

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The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history

Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.

Brandin Podziemski News / Golden State of Mind / December 8

‘Such an enjoyable game’ — Warriors fans react to Brandin Podziemski’s excellence in blowout over Bulls

The Golden State Warriors had a lot of fun on Sunday night. Taking on the Chicago Bulls, on the road, on the back end of a back-to-back, and playing without Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Al Horford proved no problem at all, as the Dubs crushed the Bulls 123-91.

Draymond Green News / Hardwood Heroics / December 8

'Man, That Sucks': Draymond Green ‘Regrets’ Fight With Former Suns Center

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has made a career by being the team’s enforcer. At times, he takes it a step further, which often results in an altercation or a heated moment.

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Draymond Green News / The SportsRush / December 8

Draymond Green Refuses to Diss Kenyon Martin, Calls His List 'Cute'

The next page of the Draymond Green–Kenyon Martin feud has been written, and boy, is it a doozy. If you have not been keeping up, Martin has been beefing

Pat Spencer News / The Lead / December 8

Pat Spencer’s Promising Play Adds Questions for Warriors

When the Golden State Warriors entered this season, many around the organization anticipated breakout years from their promising first-round picks. After

Golden State Warriors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8

Warriors’ Jimmy Butler sneaks in a Buddy Hield roast amid teammate praise

On Sunday evening, the Golden State Warriors got back above the .500 mark with a blowout road win over the Chicago Bulls on the second night of a back to back.