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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

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

Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors have come to an agreement on a two-year, $48.5 million contract. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down what can happen now that the months-long stalemate finally is over.

(02:00) - Kuminga, Warriors reach compormise on two-year, $48.5M contract
(03:45) - Why Kuminga turned down roughly three-year, $75M deal for this one
(05:45) - Kuminga's contract can be "ripped up and renegotiated" next summer
(07:30) - What was at the core of these contract negotiations?
(09:30) - What will Kuminga's role, opportunities be with full roster?
(13:45) - How can Kuminga coexist in Steve Kerr's offense?
(19:15) - Warriors now officially can sign Al Horford, others to complete team
(21:15) - Could player like Keegan Murray be available after Kuminga's trade restriction passes?
(24:45) - Will Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody take leap this season?

 

 
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Emergency Podcast: Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors end summer standoff with new contract agreement

Warriors have free agency commitments from Al Horford, De'Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II on the eve of NBA media day. However, still no resolution for Jonathan Kuminga's contract situation. Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down the impact of these moves on "Dubs Talk."

(02:00) - Warriors finally make free agency moves with commitments to Al Horford, De'Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II plus add second round draft pick Will Richard to the roster as well
(08:00) - Al Horford adds veteran leadership to the "Olden" State Warriors
(11:00) - De'Anthony Melton is a great backcourt compliment to Steph Curry
(15:30) - Bringing back Gary Payton II adds much needed defensive versatility for Steve Kerr and Warriors
(21:30) - Deals won't officially be signed until Jonathan Kuminga situation get sorted out
(23:30) - Will Richard was most NBA ready Warrior at Summer League earning himself a roster spot
(28:00) - Has Warriors complicated offseason hurt the team?

 
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Warriors have free agency commitments from Al Horford, De'Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II

As Warriors' media day approaches, Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss how Jonathan Kuminga's standoff with Golden State can end well for both parties. The duo looks at all possible scenarios and how Aaron Turner's recent media tour, including here on "Dubs Talk," could have impacted negotiations.

(02:30) - Still no resolution for Jonathan Kuminga and Warriors as NBA media day approaches. Can this contract situation ends well?
(07:30) - Did Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, turn up the heat on contract talks or ruffle some feathers with the Warriors?
(13:30) - Jonathan Kuminga notably isn't attending Jimmy Butler's minicamp. Is there a way to bring him back and make things work?
(22:30) - How does the Warriors' saga with Jonathan Kuminga end?
(26:00) - Who starts in the backcourt next to Steph Curry?
(34:15) - Who would realistically be an option for the Warriors if the Kings' sign-and-trade is to happen?

 
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How will Jonathan Kuminga's contract standoff with Warriors end?

Jonathan Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner sits down with Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole on "Dubs Talk" to pull back the curtain on the ongoing contract negotiations between his client and the Golden State Warriors, and where both sides stand with training camp quickly approaching.

(02:45) - Mike Dunleavy stated he wanted to "get something done sooner than later," but on Sept. 19 there still is not resolution to Jonathan Kuminga's situation
(07:00) - Can Jonathan Kuminga become the player he wants to be on the Warriors?
(10:00) - Aaron Turner believes Kuminga can learn to play next to Jimmy Butler in the non-Steph Curry minutes
(19:00) - Did success from Minnesota Timberwolves series and Jonathan Kuminga going head-to-head with Anthony Edwards complicate negotiations?
(21:15) - Breaking down the "Player Option" vs. the "Team Option"
(29:00) - Warriors stars and Jonathan Kuminga all are on the same page of trying to win a championship this year
(38:00) - Steve Kerr said in his exit interview that if Jonathan Kuminga returns he would work to find a fit, have they heard that as well?
(43:00) - Are Aaron Gordon and Shawn Marion good player comps for Kuminga?
(44:30) - Will JK return on the QO is the TO doesn't turn into a PO?

 
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Jonathan Kuminga's agent Aaron Turner breaks down contract talks with Warriors

On this episode of Dubs Talk, Grant Liffmann is joined by new NBC Sports Bay Area Warriors analyst Dorell Wright to discuss a number of different topics, including the evolution of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, the ways James Wiseman will impact the Warriors' defense and the NBA upside for Nico Mannion. Plus, would James Harden fit in with Golden State?

(4:02) Wright discusses playing with a young Steph Curry 

(8:20) The evolution of Klay Thompson 

(16:10) Wright reminisces about playing against Curry 

(20:40) How can Wiseman contribute this season? 

(22:40) Mannion’s NBA upside 

(30:14) What will Wiggins bring to the Warriors this season? 

(36:20) Importance of team chemistry for Warriors 

(41:23) Could James Harden succeed in Golden State?

 
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Steph Curry’s importance, expectations for Warriors, Nico Mannion’s NBA upside with Dorell Wright

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