Rookie of the Year candidate Tyrese Haliburton had 15 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough to snatch a hard-fought road win at Chase Center as the Sacramento Kings were bested 117-113 by a determined Golden State Warriors effort overnight – powered by MVP frontrunner Stephen Curry and others besides when things got tricky down the stretch. Continue reading
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Wizards 110-107 Warriors: Bradley Beal’s spirited surge saves Wiz blushes
All-Star SG Bradley Beal didn’t need telling he struggled – but stepped up when his teammates relied on him most, scoring six points in the final 6.1 seconds to push the Washington Wizards past a determined Golden State Warriors effort with a 110-107 victory on the road overnight. Continue reading
Exceeded expectations: Hornets chairman Michael Jordan praises rookie LaMelo Ball
Midway through his first NBA season, rookie point guard LaMelo Ball has adjusted to the game better than anyone thought he would early in his career, according to quotes emerging from Hall of Famer and Charlotte Hornets majority owner Michael Jordan earlier today.
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Steph Curry praises team’s toughness as Warriors recover to beat Lakers
They might like to start sluggishly, but count the Golden State Warriors out of a game too early at your peril – nationally televised or otherwise – as Steph Curry again played a pivotal role during an unlikely comeback win at Staples Center against the defending champion Lakers. Continue reading
Golden State Warriors 115-105 LA Clippers: Curry decisive as GSW erase 22-point deficit
Stephen Curry had 38 points and a season-high 11 assists as the Golden State Warriors (5-4) exacted revenge two nights after losing to the Los Angeles Clippers (6-4) with an impressive second-half comeback – erasing a 22-point deficit – to win an electric affair at Chase Center.
NBA Draft: Minnesota Timberwolves take Anthony Edwards with number 1 pick
The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Georgia guard Anthony Edwards with the first pick of the rescheduled 2020 NBA draft on Wednesday. Golden State Warriors chose center James Wiseman with the number two pick, before guard LaMelo Ball was taken third by the Charlotte Hornets. Continue reading
Golden State Warriors linked with trade interest in Suns’ Kelly Oubre Jr
After a year plagued with injuries to star players, Golden State want to surround their multiple-time All-Star trio Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green with the supporting cast capable of contending for another championship: both next season and beyond. Among those they’ve been linked with, is Phoenix’s Kelly Oubre Jr – who has a year left on his existing deal.
NBA news round-up: Klay Thompson injury update, Rockets eye free agents and more
A round-up of the latest NBA news recently – an update on Klay Thompson’s return from injury, suggestions Houston are eyeing free agents to bolster their options ahead of the league resuming play on July 30 with more reports and talk besides.
Nets GM Sean Marks refuses to rule out Kevin Durant return, if season resumes
Kevin Durant was expected to miss the entire 2019-20 season after an injury in last year’s Finals, but Brooklyn Nets GM Sean Marks said the pandemic may have boosted his recovery timeline in time for a return, should this campaign resume. Continue reading
Hawks’ Clint Capela to miss more time, while Warriors patiently await Stephen Curry’s return
The pair have been on the sidelines for contrasting spells with their respective injuries, and are expected to return next month to feature as part of struggling sides in need of a boost before the regular season ends on April 15.
Grizzlies send Andre Iguodala to Miami Heat, receive Winslow in 6-player trade
The mini trade saga is over: Andre Iguodala has been traded to the Miami Heat and signed a two-year $30m extension as the Grizzlies (26-25) have received Justice Winslow, James Johnson and controversial guard Dion Waiters in return for their troubles after a drawn-out process which seemed destined to end in acrimony. Continue reading
Ahead of training camp, Warriors sign free agent Marquese Chriss
With training camp set to start next week, the Golden State Warriors have agreed a deal in principle to sign free agent forward Marquese Chriss. Conflicting reports claim it’s either a one-year deal or just a non-guaranteed camp invite with 14 players in Steve Kerr’s existing roster. Continue reading
