Your weekly dive into all of the Golden State Warriors drama, news, and headlines right here on The Sports Leader.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down whether or not we will see Jimmy Butler in Game 3 and how affective he will be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD previews the playoff matchup between the Warriors-Rockets and gives his prediction for the series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down the different playoff scenarios for the Warriors depending on the result of their regular season finale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down what the Warriors need to do to close out the season to secure a top-6 seed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down how many games the Warriors can win with Steph Curry out with an injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down Jonathan Kuminga's impactful return game and what the ceiling is for the Warriors this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down the Warriors' ceiling this season and the future of Jonathan Kuminga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD discusses if the Warriors can take advantage of a weak upcoming schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD gives an outlook on where the Warriors could finish at the end of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2-15 Just Dubs with John Dickinson : JD & Greg Silver discuss the Warriors first half of the season leading up to the All Star BreakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD previews what Jimmy Butler's debut may look like and how he fits on the Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD discusses what it would take to get the Warriors' top trade targets as the deadline looms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD discusses how much of an impact Quinten Post and Gui Santos can truly make on this team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With multiple key players sidelined after another back-to-back, the Warriors couldn't hold off the Pacers on Friday night. JD breaks down last night's loss vs Indy, plus more trade rumors: Is Jimmy Butler's price going down? What would it take to get Zion in a Warriors uniform? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down why the Warriors aren’t likely to pursue Jimmy Butler before NBA trade deadline, what other options have emerged as trade targets for the Dubs and much more on this week's edition of Just Dubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD looks to make sense of the foul in final seconds of Warriors’ NBA Cup loss vs the Rockets Tuesday, Trade options that can bolster up Golden State's roster and much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/7- Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD breaks down the Warriors loss against the Timberwolves previously on Friday Night and discusses Kuminga and Draymond's new rotational rolesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs with John Dickinson: JD takes your calls, previews Warriors vs Suns' Saturday night matchup and What's the injury status of Steph & Wiggins for tonight's game? All that and much more on Just Dubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver recap a 3-0 Warriors week that included wins over the Oklahoma City Thunder, Dallas Mavericks, and Memphis Grizzlies. Though not all perfect, the Warriors do enough to win and improve to 10-2 on the season and 2-0 in Emirates NBA Cup group play. They'll look to avenge one of their two losses on Monday with their first trip to the Intuit Dome to face the Los Angeles Clippers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver are back for another Golden State Warriors week in review, which included a statement win in Boston followed by their first stinker of the year, a 19-point loss in Cleveland. At 7-2, they discuss how serious the Warriors are with their early success, and what, if anything, would make them a title contender. Plus, Klay Thompson will return to Chase Center on Tuesday for an emotional reunion. Don't forget to snag your Captain Klay hats!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver recap a Warriors week that got them to 4-1, despite missing Stephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins, and De'Anthony Melton for the back-to-back against the Pelicans. They touch on Jonathan Kuminga coming off the bench, the how and why of what made it a big headline, and the early struggles for the Milwaukee Bucks. Could the 2x MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo be looking for a change of scenery if things get worse up North?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (road warrior) & Greg Silver (aspiring professional multitasker) recap the first two road blowouts by the Warriors over the Trail Blazers and Jazz. Plus, more on Steph Curry's comments about "healthy egos," Klay Thompson's 22-point debut with the Dallas Mavericks, and Draymond Green claiming that he will get fewer than 10 technical fouls this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver reunite after a quiet few weeks in the NBA offseason to reflect on what it means for the Golden State Warriors after missing out on yet another hopeful trade target. With Lauri Markkanen set to sign a long-term deal in Utah, and the Warriors' unwillingness to part with Brandin Podziemski, it's back to the drawing board for Golden State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver reconvene after a tumultuous free agency period for the Golden State Warriors, in which they had to bid farewell to Klay Thompson, and welcome new faces in Buddy Hield, Kyle Anderson, and DeAnthony Melton. The two assess how the Warriors offseason moves have impacted the team thus far and dive into the 2024-2025 season both with and without Lauri Markkanen being a member of the roster. Plus, Jonathan Kuminga's increased expectations for next season, and how the Dubs stack up in a (still) loaded Western Conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We bring the YouTube show to the air to take your calls and reactions to Klay Thompson's departure from the Golden State Warriors. Thompson has yet to decide on his next team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The free agency nightmare continues in the Bay Area, as Shams Charania reported that Klay Thompson will depart from the Golden State Warriors after 13 seasons. JD & Silver react to the news and discuss the Warriors Plan A, B, C, and where they go from here in this offseason. The Warriors also waived Chris Paul, which eliminates them having to pay $30 million, but also means that they cannot use him to bring another player back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver react to a rough Saturday for Dub Nation. After Paul George declined his $48.7M option and entered free agency, it essentially ended all possibilities of George ending up in the Bay Area. Shortly after, The Athletic's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater reported that the Warriors are preparing to part ways with Klay Thompson, who will enter free agency and pursue offers from teams like the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, and possibly others. Hear the guys' initial thoughts on an impromptu "Just Dubs" for The Sports Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs Draft Night 2 - Hour 3: How Will the Warriors Make the Pieces Fit Together?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Dubs Draft Night 2 - Hour 2: Go Big or Go Home, Klay Thompson & moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
 Just Dubs Draft Night 2 - Hour 1: Welcome Lindy Waters III and Quentin PostSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver are back LIVE on YouTube, Twitch, and X for night 1 of the NBA Draft. While the 2024 draft doesn't hold the same shine and excitement as many years past, the NBA offseason is heating up, and there is plenty to unpack. First, they dive into the reports around the Warriors pursuing the Clippers' Paul George and why the Warriors have to be willing to take risks. Later on, the show moves into news from the draft, Klay Thompson's stalled contract negotiations, and reacting to sound from Mike Dunleavy Jr.'s press conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver (masters of the show off the air) react to some NBA news and reports and discuss what they might mean for Klay Thompson's free agency market. Does Malik Monk intending to re-sign with the Kings indicate that Klay's market is higher or lower elsewhere? How do various factors within the Warriors organization, including Gary Payton II opting into his $9.1 million player option, impact the Warriors plans for roster construction next season? If Klay Thompson were to stay with Golden State, what role would the Dubs have for him? We break it all down on The Sports Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD (fatigued by Draymond in the media) & Silver (calls the Celtics great but generationally dysfunctional) recap a busy night in which the Celtics took a 3-0 lead over the Mavericks and are one win away from an NBA title. Pivoting to the Warriors side of things, they dive deeper into Klay Thompson's emotions amid contract negotiations and some future possibilities for Kevon Looney. Last but not least, they remember the great life of Jerry West, who passed away yesterday at the age of 86.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver (current podcast cohosts with a player/coach relationship on the horizon) reconnect for the start of the NBA Finals between the Celtics and Mavericks and point out some items to look for over the next couple of weeks. They also address the idea of the Warriors showing interest in Jimmy Butler and the sacrifices that would make a move worth it. To round things out, they take some questions given to them by you the listeners to spark another forward-thinking offseason discussion for Dub Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD & Silver revisit reports of possible trade negotiations between the Warriors and Cavaliers this offseason and how there could be a path toward a move without it being the move of the summer. They also remember the great Bill Walton, who passed away Monday morning, and his ties to not only the Warriors organization but sports, music, and American culture. The final third of the episode goes into what documentary cameras in the building could mean for next season, and one big possibility to look out for with the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD (ready for quality exercise) & Silver (gassed and still recovering from his IM basketball game) unpack the latest offseason news and rumors surrounding the Golden State Warriors, including Steve Kerr addressing his future in a recent interview with Raj Mathai, Joe Lacob telling Draymond Green that he could see him as the team's next coach, and Tim Kawakami's list of free agent / trade possibilities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cavaliers' end raises questions about their offseason that could interest the Warriors. Plus, welcome the Golden State Valkyries!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson and Greg Silver begin their offseason "Just Dubs" series with a look at the first round and a half of the NBA playoffs and how it shapes their outlook on the Warriors offseason. They dive into the added chaos of the lower end Western Conference playoff teams, the Warriors #1 priority heading into the summer, Klay Thompson's big free agency decision, & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (new backdrop coming next year) and Greg Silver (live from KNBR 1050) recap the end of the Warriors season after a deflating 118-94 loss in Sacramento on Tuesday. With so many questions and big picture items to address this offseason, JD & Silver break down the most intriguing clips of Steve Kerr and Mike Dunleavy Jr.'s exit interviews.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (no longer at a loss for words from Kings vs Suns) and Greg Silver (cured by coffee) look at the Warriors in the context of having lost Friday night to New Orleans and their now likely scenario of playing in the 9 vs 10 elimination game. Plus, what parts of the roster are worth keeping for next year, and how much should this 26-12 stretch since the end of January count for constructing the roster in 2024?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (official life of Harmonic Brewing) and Greg Silver (might as well have slept at the studio) recap an eventful week in Warriors basketball, which featured statement wins over the Mavericks and Rockets + the conclusion of their 6-game win streak in Dallas on Friday. With Jonathan Kuminga still yet to return from bilateral tendinitis, Trayce Jackson-Davis has remained in the starting lineup and the Warriors' defense has thrived. However, Kuminga's absence was felt in the 108-106 loss to Dallas, as was that of Andrew Wiggins, and the Warriors remain the 10th seed in the Western Conference. Plus, Bob Myers and his salty language were on The Old Man & The Three this week, and you know we had to play some clips from that interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (boots on the ground) and Greg Silver (fake tech savvy Gen-Z guy) recap a 3-1 week in Warriors basketball, which included Draymond Green's 4th ejection of the season in the 1st quarter in Orlando on Wednesday. Being back in studio for this show, we let the phone lines ring and hear from Dub Nation on Draymond, the final stretch of the season, and a crucial week ahead that features two matchups against the Dallas Mavericks and one against the red hot Houston Rockets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (letting the sun shine through the window) and Greg Silver (with his new corporate haircut) go live for "Just Dubs" to review the Warriors' continuous home struggles and the real possibility of them falling out of the play-in slot. They discuss some of the difficult offseason conversations the Warriors will likely need to have, and how they can try to improve in the limited window left with Hall of Famers on their roster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson and Greg Silver (accompanied by new and spiffy online graphics) go live for another weekly recap of the Golden State Warriors. With Stephen Curry set to return in LA for a Saturday night showdown against LeBron James and the division rival Lakers, tonight marks a crucial home stretch of the regular season. JD and Silver go all in on the ramifications of tonight's game and how it will impact the Warriors' outlook heading into the postseason and/or offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (who will buy you a drink at Harmonic Brewing) and Greg Silver (who highly encourages the former), discuss the optimism around Stephen Curry's timetable to return from injury and how the Warriors will manage in the short-term without him. Currently at 10th in the Western Conference, the margin for error is razor thin. They answer your questions, present some possibilities for Steve Kerr's short-term rotation, preview some big matchups ahead, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (super reporter) and Greg Silver (producer with wall decorations) recap another week of Warriors basketball, which started with a loss to the Denver Nuggets last Sunday and was followed up with three straight road wins in Washington, New York, and Toronto. Moses Moody seized the opportunity for minutes after Andrew Wiggins tended to a personal matter, and the 3rd-year lottery pick did not disappoint. His draft mate Jonathan Kuminga has also continued to surge, and the Warriors have now won 8 straight road games. They face their biggest test of the season tomorrow, however, when they'll face a Celtics team that is 47-12 overall and 28-3 at TD Garden. JD and Greg will be on for another "Dubs OT" following Sunday afternoon's showdown in Boston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson and Greg Silver recap the hits of the week in Dubs basketball: The Warriors keep winning, Kerr's contract extension, CP3's incoming return, & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson breaks down the first half of the Dubs season: Podziemski amazing rookie year thus far, Klay scoring a season-high 35 points in his first appearance from the bench since 2012 and the All-Star Weekend: Who will win the Curry-Ionescu showdown?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson (super reporter) and Greg Silver (producer) round up another week of Warriors basketball as they do every Saturday morning. After a crushing double overtime loss to the Lakers last Saturday night, the Dubs have responded with a pair of wins over the 76ers and Grizzlies. The Kuminga/Wiggins/Draymond lineup continues to prove effective, and the Warriors are beginning to show signs of life defensively. With the NBA trade deadline approaching quickly, JD and Greg discuss all scenarios for the 21-24 Warriors, who still have a long way to go in order to turn the season around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Dickinson and Greg Silver get back to Saturday Warriors talk focusing on Jonathan Kuminga's continued emergence and Draymond Green's return to the lineup. Since returning to the court on Wednesday, the Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 134-112 and lost a nail-biter to the Sacramento Kings 134-133. Currently at 19-23 and 12th in the Western Conference, many questions remain about the Warriors rotation and the upcoming trade deadline. We unpack it all on a Saturday morning right here on THE Sports Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Due to the tragic passing of Golden State Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojevic earlier this week, John Dickinson and Greg Silver take the majority of today's show to preview the Divisional Round matchup between the 49ers and Packers. Markus Boucher joins the show at the 11:00 hour. The Warriors will resume play on Wednesday when they host the Atlanta Hawks at Chase Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.