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Coach Steve Kerr discussed managing Stephen Curry's workload, particularly with his knee, and admitted the team still needs to improve before the season opener. Meanwhile, discussions around potential trades for Karl-Anthony Towns and past attempts to recruit LeBron James continue to circulate. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s viral reaction to guarding Luka Dončić also garnered attention.

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ClutchPoints · Fri 3:55 AM ET

Warriors’ Steve Kerr drops hard truth about Stephen Curry that fans must hear — Steve Kerr emphasized the team's need for consistent effort from Stephen Curry, cautioning against entitlement in pursuit of another championship.

More: The Sporting News and ClutchPoints

The Sporting News · Fri 2:00 AM ET

Warriors have perfect Karl-Anthony Towns trade to make if Knicks keep messing around — A hypothetical trade scenario suggests the Warriors could acquire Karl-Anthony Towns by sending Andrew Wiggins and future draft picks to Minnesota.

More: HEAVY and HEAVY

NBC Sports Bay Area · Fri 1:55 AM ET

Steve Kerr shares Warriors' plan for Steph Curry as he deals with ailing knee — Steve Kerr indicated that Stephen Curry’s knee soreness will lead to a cautious approach to his playing time early in the upcoming season.

More: HoopsHype and NBC Sports BayArea

ClutchPoints · Thu 3:21 PM ET

Warriors’ Stephen Curry reacts to Steve Kerr no longer giving special treatment for awful turnovers — Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg's surprised, expletive-laden reaction to being told he would guard Luka Dončić in a scrimmage went viral online.

More: NY Post Sports and Pro Football Network

HEAVY · Thu 1:23 PM ET

Steph Curry Explains Why LeBron James Joining Warriors Never Gained Momentum — Stephen Curry explained that a trade for LeBron James never gained serious momentum because the Warriors were focused on their existing championship core.

More: Sportsnaut and HoopsHype

Just outside the window — 9 items published before this window

Warriors predicted to trade for Wizards' $175M veteran NBA champion to pair with Steph CurryThe Sporting News · Thu 3:23 AM ET
Dubs Talk: Brandon Williams discusses being Warriors teammates with Steph CurryNBC Sports Bay Area · Thu 2:43 AM ET
Why Melton, Williams could be crucial part of Warriors' rotation | Dubs TalkNBC Sports Bay Area · Thu 2:25 AM ET
Dubs Talk: Why De'Anthony Melton expects ‘different' Warriors team in 2026NBC Sports Bay Area · Thu 2:15 AM ET
Warriors players who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 seasonClutchPoints · Thu 1:34 AM ET
Golden State Warriors Announce Kristaps Porzingis Update Amid Health IssueHEAVY · Thu 12:22 AM ET
Stephen Curry reveals he is embracing the challenge of trying to win with the WarriorsThe Sporting News · Wed 11:07 PM ET
Warriors Kristaps Porzingis Breaks Silence on Mysterious IllnessRoundtable Sports · Wed 10:37 PM ET
Warriors Could Trade For Draymond Green’s Longtime RivalHEAVY · Wed 10:06 PM ET

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