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NBC Sports Bay Area

Monte Poole

NBC Sports Bay Area’s Bonta Hill and Monte Poole bring you comprehensive coverage of the Golden State Warriors. Don’t miss out on in-depth analysis, breaking news coverage and exclusive interviews with Warriors players, coaches and front-office personnel. Dubs Talk has new episodes year-round, so subscribe now for all your Golden State Warriors needs.

Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

Bonta Hill and Fetus Ezeli break down the Warriors' short-handed back-to-back games against the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. Then, Buddy Hield sits down with Bonta Hill and Monte Poole to discuss his journey to the NBA, from growing up in the Bahamas and taking the University of Oklahoma to the Final Four, to then being drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans but quickly traded to the Sacramento Kings as a rookie. He explains how his journey has shaped him, and why he feels so free playing in Golden State.

 

(02:30) - Bonta Hill and Fetus Ezeli break down the Warriors' back-to-back against Suns and Kings

(18:00) - How growing up in the Bahamas shaped Buddy Hield's work ethic

(22:45) - From the Bahamas to Norman, Oklahoma

(29:00) - Klay Thompson, Steph Curry helped pave the way for Hield

(36:00) - How Hield quickly learned the NBA's business side after being drafted

(43:00) - Hield explains why Golden State just does things differently

 
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Buddy Hield exclusive: From the Bahamas to Golden State, and everything in between

As the Golden State Warriors return home following two road losses to the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers, Bonta Hill is joined by Kerith Burke on "Dubs Talk" to discuss whether the defeats are cause for concern. With the Warriors' schedule slated to get even tougher, the duo takes a look at some early season trends for Golden State and what to make of them.

(02:00) - Warriors back at Chase Center after two tough losses
(03:30) - Three players have career nights while guarding Steph Curry
(05:00) - Steph Curry hasn't looked like Steph Curry this road trip
(12:30) - Is point of attack with quicker guards a problem for Warriors?
(14:00) - Warriors have no excuses for bad Pacers loss
(18:00) - Is spacing an issue for the Warriors?
(22:00) - Is the NBA changing as the Warriors are aging?
(23:15) - Could we see Al Horford shuffle into the starting lineup?
(26:00) - How will the Warriors manage these upcoming back-to-backs?
(28:15) - The Warriors have struggled to put teams away comfortably
(32:30) - Jimmy Butler says Warriors need to all get on the same page

 
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Are Warriors' early losses to Bucks, Pacers cause for concern?

The Golden State Warriors open the season 4-1. Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson break down the key roles Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, and Quinten Post have played in this hot start. Then, the duo looks ahead to how Golden State can maintain this success over a tough upcoming stretch.

(02:30) - Third Quarter Warriors are back!
(04:15) - Jonathan Kuminga is the biggest storyline from the start of the season
(08:30) - Kuminga has earned a starting spot going forward
(13:00) - Quinten Post held his own against Ivica Zubac and has stepped up with his opportunity in the Warriors' recent back-to-back
(16:45) - Warriors' fifth starting spot might switch back and forth between Post and Brandin Podziemski
(17:30) - Podziemski's block on Chris Paul was the play of the game vs. Clippers
(23:00) - Warriors had Draymond Green's back after his flagrant foul on Santi Aldama
(28:30) - Looking ahead to the Warriors' two-game road trip, and next 10 of 12 on the road

 
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Jonathan Kuminga earns starting role as Warriors open season with hot 4-1 start

Steve Kerr sits down with Bonta Hill and Monte Poole on “Dubs Talk” to discuss his accolades, what Stephen Curry and Draymond Green mean to his legacy and Hall-of-Fame career, and the difficulties he sees with the social media age.

(06:45) - Steve Kerr just wanted a swing at the plate 11 years ago before winning four championships with Warriors
(09:15) - Steve Kerr's winning percentage among elite coaching company
(11:00) - The Warriors were a diamond in the rough when Joe Lacob, Peter Guber took over
(13:00) - Where is the state of American basketball?
(15:30) - None of this happens without Steph Curry, Draymond Green
(21:30) - What impact has social media had on American sports?
(29:45) - Steve Kerr, Jonathan Kuminga are ready to roll now that the summer stalemate is in the past

 
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Steve Kerr exclusive: How Steph Curry, Draymond Green helped define his legacy

The stars showed out for Golden State as the Warriors beat the Los Angeles Lakers 119-109 in the season opener. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down what stood out to them in the Warriors' big win before looking ahead to Golden State's home opener against Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets.

(02:00) - Jimmy Butler shines in Los Angeles as Warriors beat Lakers in the season opener
(06:15) - Jonathan Kuminga asserted himself in the third quarter
(08:45) - This version of Jonathan Kuminga makes the Warriors dangerous
(18:15) - Buddy Hield let it fly from deep against Lakers
(20:00) - Draymond Green came to play in the second half
(23:45) - Will Richard didn't look overwhelmed in his rookie debut
(26:00) - The Warriors home opener against the Denver Nuggets will be a tougher matchup
(28:00) - Who will Steve Kerr start against Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets

 
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Jimmy Butler, Warriors put on a show vs. Lakers in season opening win in Los Angeles

Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look around the NBA to see how the Golden State Warriors stack up with the rest of the league. The duo gives their picks for who they think has the best chance at the 2025-2026 NBA title, as well as which teams could surprise some people. Finally, they take a look at which Warriors could win individual accolades this season.

 

(02:30) - Oklahoma City Thunder sit atop Western Conference and have some similarities to the 2016 Golden State Warriors

(04:00) - The Denver Nuggets could give OKC a run for the title

(05:30) - Where do Warriors stack up in the West?

(08:30) - Kevin Durant signs an extension with the Houston Rockets, but where do they sit in the West?

(10:00) - Could the Portland Trail Blazers or San Antonio Spurs be a surprise team in the West?

(11:30) - Is Cooper Flagg a lock for Rookie of the Year with the Dallas Mavericks?

(15:30) - What to make of the Eastern Conference

(19:00) - Where do the New York Knicks and the Detroit Pistons rank in the East?

(23:15) - Will the Milwaukee Bucks be a surprise top-four team in the East?

(25:15) - Who will be the NBA MVP this season?

(27:00) - Which team is better: Warriors or Lakers?

(29:15) - Who will win Defensive Player of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year?

(33:30) - Will Draymond Green be named to the NBA All-Defensive Team again?

(35:45) - Will Steph Curry make an All-NBA team?

(36:00) - Will Jonathan Kuminga be in the mix for Sixth Man of the Year?

 

 
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How do the Golden State Warriors stack up around the NBA?

With the NBA's regular season quickly approaching, Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at who has made an impression during the preseason and how that might impact the Warriors' starting two-guard position. Then, Kerith Burke sits down with Draymond Green to discuss Golden State's expectations after having a full offseason with Jimmy Butler.

(02:30) - Warriors preseason game vs. Trail Blazers brought some intrigue from Steph Curry in midseason form, Brandin Podziemski's ups and downs, to Jonathan Kuminga's ejection

(04:30) - Jonathan Kuminga's assists and rebounds are up

(06:30) - Will Richard has been turning a few heads this preseason with his point-of-attack defense

(09:30) - The Warriors' starting two-guard spot is more open than it might've appeared

(11:30) - The Warriors have optionality at the two-guard spot, what role does this Golden State team need from that position?

(14:45) - Kerith Burke sits down with Draymond Green

(27:30) - After a full training camp with Jimmy Butler, is this the Warriors best chance at another title?

 
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Draymond Green exclusive: Warriors expectations after full Jimmy Butler offseason

After Golden State's younger players got an extended run in the Warriors' preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at which youngster might take a big leap this season and slide in next to the established veterans. Then, Kerith Burke sits down with Brandin Podziemski to discuss what Golden State's third-year guard has been doing during the offseason.

(02:15) - The stars were out in Los Angeles when the Warriors took on the Lakers in a preseason matchup where the youngsters got plenty of run
(08:00) - Are Moses Moody and Brandin Podziemski both vying for the starting two-guard spot?
(11:30) - Has Brandin Podziemski shown that he can fit in with the veterans?
(13:45) - Steve Kerr has not definitively said Al Horford will be starting
(15:00) - De'Anthony Melton is the ideal fit at the starting two-guard spot, but can the Warriors rely on his health?
(18:30) - If Al Horford doesn't start, could Trayce Jackson-Davis start for Golden State?
(21:30) - Can Draymond Green still be that force he has been throughout his career?
(26:45) - Kerith Burke sits down with Brandin Podziemski
(37:00) - What would a third year leap for Brandin Podziemski look like?

 
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Brandin Podziemski exclusive: Is the Warriors third-year guard primed to make a leap?

Festus Ezeli joins Bonta Hill on "Dubs Talk" to discuss what he has seen this preseason from Golden State and why he likes the Warriors' chemistry so far. Then, Kerith Burke sits down with Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield to discuss how them joking with each other helps the team as a whole.

(04:00) - Festus Ezeli explains what it was like as a player during the first week of training camp
(05:30) - What did Festus do for team bonding and how did that help setup the season?
(08:30) - What was it like for Festus playing against Al Horford? How does he see Horford fitting with Warriors?
(11:30) - How should we grade the Warriors this season?
(14:00) - Warriors youth will be crucial to Golden State's success. Will last season's playoff experience pay dividends this year?
(22:30) - Jimmy Butler Interview
(29:30) - Buddy Hield Interview
(39:45) - Warriors fans should appreciate the basketball still being played in Golden State

 
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Jimmy Butler, Buddy Hield exclusive: Warriors early chemistry could be key this season

Al Horford's fit with the Warriors doesn't shock anyone. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the impact he could make in Golden State. Then, Kerith Burke sits down with Steve Kerr to discuss how the new Warriors big man slides into the offense and what to expect from Jonathan Kuminga's role after his new contract.

(02:30) - Al Horford fit seamlessly in Warriors preseason debut
(05:45) - Steve Kerr, Steph Curry noticed Horford's presence right away
(10:30) - Can Horford unlock a new Jonathan Kuminga?
(12:45) - Will Moses Moody, Brandin Podziemski take leaps this year?
(16:30) - Curry is ready to roll
(21:00) - Kerr sits down with Kerith Burke

 
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Steve Kerr exclusive: Warriors coach excited for Al Horford's fit alongside Steph Curry | Dubs Talk

Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson break down where things stand in the Warriors' restricted free agency saga with Jonathan Kuminga. Then, Dalton exclusively speaks with Steph Curry about Golden State's upcoming season at the ninth annual Curry Camp.(02:45) - Kuminga accepting Warriors' qualifying offer a very real possibility

(07:45) - Would it be a detriment to Warriors' success if Kuminga returns?
(12:30) - How will Dub Nation react if Kuminga returns on the qualifying offer?
(21:30) - Discussing Kuminga's Warriors role if he returns
(22:30) - Exclusive 1-on-1 with Steph Curry

 
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Catching up with Steph at Curry Camp as Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga remain in contract stalemate

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