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In first start, Pat Spencer helps Warriors edge Cavaliers

Pat Spencer scored 12 of his career-high 19 points in the fourth quarter of his initial NBA start and Gui Santos added 14 points off the bench, lifting the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors to a 99-94 victory over the host Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night.

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Golden State Warriors Outlast Cleveland Cavaliers In Low-Scoring Affair

If you took a look at the Warriors’ injury report before Saturday night’s tip-off in Cleveland, you probably would have bet the house on the Cavaliers.

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Golden State Warriors vs Cleveland Cavaliers Player Stats, Box Score and Game Recap (Dec 5) – 2025–26 NBA Season

The shorthanded Golden State Warriors took on the similarly depleted Cleveland Cavaliers tonight without any of their big three. Stephen Curry, Draymond

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Pat Spencer News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6

3 lessons from Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Pat Spencer steps up once again!

The Golden State Warriors had a shaky fourth quarter, but managed to knock off the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers despite being on the road without their best players available.

Golden State Warriors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Warriors’ Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler get injury status updates for Bulls game

The Golden State Warriors were severely shorthanded Saturday night, as head coach Steve Kerr confirmed that Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, De’Anthony Melton, Seth Curry, and Al Horford all missed the road matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Steph Curry News / Athlon Sports / December 6

Warriors Announce Steph Curry Development on Saturday

Stephen Curry has been forced to sit out the Golden State Warriors’ last three games due to a quad injury. The former back-to-back MVP is set to miss his fourth consecutive contest on Saturday as the Warriors face the Cleveland Cavaliers in a road game at Rocket Arena.

Jonathan Kuminga News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6

Golden State Warriors expert says Jonathan Kuminga ‘hasn’t earned’ the role he really wants

One Golden State Warriors analyst shared his frustration with Jonathan Kuminga and his mentality since his return. Jonathan Kuminga finds himself in a strange position after re-signing with the Golden State Warriors before the start of the season.

Golden State Warriors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6

One Golden State Warriors player told has been ‘missing‘ this season, he’s been a big disappointment

The Golden State Warriors entered the season carrying the weight of massive expectations. Following a strong start, many believed they had finally re-emerged as legitimate contenders.

Jordan Poole News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 6

Why the Warriors Should Not Target Jordan Poole at the Trade Deadline

Jordan Poole could on the move by the Feb. 5 trade deadline. ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel wrote that Poole has suddenly been made expendable to the Pelicans due to the emergence of rookie Jeremiah Fears and the impending return of Dejounte Murray.

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Golden State Warriors News / Field Level Media / December 6

Pat Spencer, Warriors take aim at Cavaliers

The rivalry that defined the 2010s in the NBA will be renewed Saturday night when the Golden State Warriors visit the Cleveland Cavaliers. Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and coach Steve Kerr remain from Golden State's era of excellence.

Golden State Warriors News / HITC / December 6

ESPN analyst surprised by Steve Kerr’s shift in stance on Jonathan Kuminga

Jonathan Kuminga’s return to Golden State hasn’t gone the way he or the club had hoped this season. After a tense offseason that ended with Kuminga agreeing to a two-year, $48.5 million contract extension, the former lottery pick has struggled to gain momentum.

Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / December 6

Draymond Green Destroys Warriors Fan Calling For Steve Kerr’s Firing

Draymond Green has come to the defense of Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr amid rising criticism. The Warriors dropped to 11-12 with a 99-98 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, and some sections of the fanbase have had enough of Kerr.

Steph Curry News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Steph Curry, Ayesha Curry Make Announcement on Friday

Stephen Curry and his wife Ayesha Curry remain one of the most well-known couples connected to the NBA, a partnership that has grown in visibility and influence over more than a decade.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 5

3 Trades Warriors Can Make After Giannis Blockbuster Happens

It's feeling inevitable that the Milwaukee Bucks will trade Giannis Antetokoumpo before the Feb. 5 trade deadline. Though he's unlikely to be traded to the Golden State Warriors, Mike Dunleavy and the front office can take advantage of the Antetokounmpo trade by targeting other Bucks.

Golden State Warriors News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Golden State Gains More Than a Shooter in Seth Curry

The Warriors didn’t just add a shooter in Seth Curry; they added someone who elevates their offense. Could he be the missing piece? Warriors fans didn’t know what to expect after the younger Curry brother joined Golden State, but his much-anticipated debut already answered those questions.

Jimmy Butler News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Warriors’ Jimmy Butler’s knee injury downplayed amid undergoing MRI

The Golden State Warriors are managing multiple key injuries as they conclude their three-game East Coast road trip, including an MRI evaluation for Jimmy Butler III’s sore left knee.

Golden State Warriors News / The SportsRush / December 5

NBA Analyst Digs Up Steve Kerr’s Training Camp Comment About Jonathan Kuminga After His Pre-Game Comment vs Sixers

There was some great NBA action last night. Most people today are talking about LeBron James ending his 10-point scoring streak in the most by passing up a possible game-winning shot to find an open Rui Hachimura, who drained a 3 to give the Lakers the W.

Brandin Podziemski News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 5

Why Warriors Made Correct Decision Benching Podziemski in 4th Quarter vs. 76ers

Brandin Podziemski is in a funk. In Thursday's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Podz was just 2-of-8 from the floor. But not all misses are created equal, and some of his were alarming.

Draymond Green News / EssentiallySports / December 5

Draymond Green Admits Hiding an Injury Amid Warriors’ Mounting Health Issues

Draymond Green couldn’t fool anyone after what happened today. The Warriors played against the Philadelphia 76ers in a very unpredictable game. Without Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, the first half went poorly.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 5

Wild ending ruins another comeback by short-handed Warriors in loss to 76ers

The last minute had two successful coach's challenges in the final 14 seconds, plus three turnovers — and more.

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Draymond Green News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

Warriors’ Draymond Green makes confession about possibly missing child’s birth

With the Golden State Warriors taking on the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night, it starts a three-game road trip that could be a crucial one for the team, but most importantly for star Draymond Green.

Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Wire / December 3

Warriors’ De’Anthony Melton expected to make season debut Thursday

The Warriors will finally get De’Anthony Melton back on the floor. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the veteran guard is expected to make his season debut Thursday night in Philadelphia, where he once played.

De'Anthony Melton News / Hoops Rumors / December 3

Warriors' De'Anthony Melton to make season debut on Thursday

Warriors guard De’Anthony Melton will make his season debut on Thursday against one of his former teams in Philadelphia, tweets ESPN’s Shams Charania. Melton, who has spent the fall going through the final phase of his recovery from an ACL tear, isn’t on the Warriors’ initial injury report for Thursday’s contest vs.

Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / December 3

Steve Kerr Shares An Update On Stephen Curry’s Return From Injury, Jimmy Butler’s Knee, Seth Curry’s Debut

Steve Kerr‘s Golden State Warriors suffered a tough 124-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. Given that the team was shorthanded, with Jimmy Butler also being sidelined with a knee injury in the first half, the prospects of victory were slim.