Podcasts about Golden State Warriors

In this double-shot episode of On The Ball with Ric Bucher, Ric takes on two of the NBA's most emotionally charged debates: Is Steve Kerr really holding the Golden State Warriors back — and why has championship-or-bust become the only standard by which star players are judged?With Warriors fans calling for Steve Kerr's firing, Ric breaks down why blaming the coach misses the bigger picture. From lineup decisions and player development to defensive priorities and roster limitations, Ric explains why Kerr's approach hasn't suddenly changed — and why it's the same formula that delivered four championships and six Finals appearances.Ric also addresses criticism from former players like Brandon Jennings and Rashad McCants, the viral fallout from Joe Lacob's leaked email, and the unrealistic expectations surrounding Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, and the Warriors' “play the kids” movement. Most importantly, he asks the question few want to confront: Is this really about Steve Kerr — or is it about accepting that the dynasty era is over?In the second half of the episode, Ric zooms out to challenge the modern NBA narrative that a superstar must contend for a title every year or demand a trade. Using Giannis Antetokounmpo, Steph Curry, and historical context, Ric makes the case that loyalty, legacy, and community impact still matter — and that greatness shouldn't be reduced to ring-counting alone.Thoughtful, unsparing, and deeply informed — this episode is a must-listen for Warriors fans and NBA truth-seekers alike.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Lacob responds to a Warriors fan's email about frustrations over Golden State's season that puts a spotlight on coach Steve Kerr. On "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole dive into what is going on with the Warriors this season, where the growing frustration in Golden State is coming from and how best to remedy some of these issues. Then, the duo answers some fan mailbag question on the up-and-down Golden State Warriors season.(02:00) - Email gate: Joe Lacob's response to a Warriors fan creates waves(05:00) - Steve Kerr can't be happy with Joe Lacob's email going public(07:30) - What stood out the most from Joe Lacob's email?(09:00) - Steve Kerr announces Jonathan Kuminga will be back in Warriors' rotation vs. Suns(12:30) - Warriors' issues are less rotational, more personnel-related(14:30) - Are Warriors actually better with Jimmy Butler? Do Jimmy and Draymond Green fit together offensively?(18:00) - Should Draymond Green move to the bench to allow Jimmy Butler to get rolling?(22:30) - Bonta and Monte answer mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wolf and Luke discuss where the best fit would be for Ketel Marte if the Arizona Diamondbacks trade him and if the Phoenix Suns need to finish ahead of the Golden State Warriors in order to make the playoffs.

Wolf and Luke look ahead to the Phoenix Suns' matchup against the Golden State Warriors and discuss if they are concerned about Devin Booker.

Steve Kerr believes the answers to the Warriors issues are on the roster, but like, are they?

Willard and Dibs discuss the frustration headed Steve Kerr's way from Warriors fans and hear from a number of fans who are seemingly done with him as their head coach.

Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Wednesday edition of the Crossover. The guys react to what Steve Kerr told Willard and Dibs yesterday about his rotation decisions, wonder if Steph Curry has signed off on everything Steve Kerr is doing, and more.

Professional sports franchises are some of the most recognizable brands on earth, yet many operate with negative annual cash flows. This deep dive moves past the scoreboard to explore the "Billion-Dollar Paradox": how trophies worth billions can lose money on paper while their valuations double every decade.The Pillars of Team RevenueModern sports finance has moved far beyond ticket sales and hot dogs. Today, revenue is driven by long-term, stable engines:Media & Broadcast Rights: The "stability engine" of sports. Leagues like the NFL have secured over $100 billion in media deals with giants like Amazon and ESPN. These deals provide a guaranteed income floor that supports high valuations regardless of on-field performance.Stadium Economics & Premium Seating: The real differentiator is controlling the "premium experience." Teams like the Dallas Cowboys generate over $600 million annually through high-margin luxury suites, club access, and naming rights deals (e.g., the $700M crypto.com Arena deal).The Real Estate Play: Sophisticated owners now build "entertainment districts" around stadiums. The Atlanta Braves' development, The Battery, actually generates more operating profit than the baseball team itself due to steady rental income and higher margins.The Financial Drains: Why Teams "Lose" MoneyDespite massive revenue, the high cost of competitiveness creates a brutal balance sheet:The Cost of Winning: Player salaries typically account for 50% to 60% of total revenue. This is a gargantuan fixed cost compared to other industries.The Luxury Tax: Leagues use this penalty to discourage runaway spending. Teams like the Golden State Warriors have paid hundreds of millions in penalties just to keep a championship-caliber roster together, viewed as an investment in long-term brand equity.Infrastructure Debt: Modern stadiums cost between $1B and $5B. These are financed with massive debt packages tied to future media revenue, making interest payments a significant recurring cost.Valuation vs. ProfitabilityIn sports, traditional metrics like EBITDA are often useless because they are volatile or negative. Instead, finance teams use:Revenue Multiples: Valuing a team based on total annual revenue divided by the sale price. Because revenue (from media) is predictable and growing, this provides a more stable anchor for billionaires and private equity firms.Asset Appreciation: Owners view teams like fine art or exclusive real estate. The scarcity of franchises (fixed supply) combined with rising global demand drives valuations up even when the income statement is in the red.Case Studies: Strategy on the SpreadsheetFC Barcelona: A cautionary tale of brand strength failing to protect a team from a "debt trap" caused by rigid player contracts and heavy infrastructure loans.Phoenix Suns: A textbook turnaround showing how modernizing ticketing analytics and stadium monetization can skyrocket a team's valuation before a single game is won.Oakland Athletics (Las Vegas Relocation): A pure infrastructure strategy—abandoning a money-losing venue for a new stadium they control in a high-tourism market.

Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones. First, they react to the New York Knicks' victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup Final and discuss why the in-season tournament has been a success for the league. Later, they break down the NBA's injury epidemic amongst its star players and how it can be fixed. Finally, they discuss if the Golden State Warriors are letting down Steph Curry and if LeBron James & the Lakers are poised for turmoil as the season progresses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob and Kelvin debate whether the Washington Commanders are doing the right thing by shutting down Jayden Daniels for the rest of the season, and tell us what they liked – and didn’t like – about Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob responding to unruly fan e-mails. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Antonio Daniels swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines around The Association. Finally, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New York Knicks' NBA Cup Championship ELECTRIFIES Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the New York Knicks taking down the San Antonio Spurs in the final of the NBA Cup and debate if this midseason ring finally shows that the Knicks are capable of winning the whole thing. Next, they react to the losing side of the game as Victor Wembanyama & The Spurs fell short in their first taste of competitive play and react to Wemby saying he thinks he's the best player in the league before breaking down another record setting performance for Cooper Flagg as the 18 year old phenom became the only teenager to score 40 points in an NBA Game. Next, they break down the current state of the Golden State Warriors as Steph Curry's team is holding on for dear life in the final run of the sharpshooter's career and give their take on the team holding out Jonathan Kuminga for 3 straight DNPs as the standoff between the team and their young superstar seems to finally be headed toward a trade. Finally, the Gil's Arena Crew reacts to Rich Paul responding to their criticism of his new podcast and give their thoughts on the Los Angeles Clippers vowing to do right by Chris Paul after they decided to send their franchise player home early during his final NBA Season. PLEASE give us a Like and Subscribe!! Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Gilbert Arenas, Kenyon Martin, Brandon Jennings, Rashad McCants & Swaggy P Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $75 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Matframes - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code ARENA at checkout. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvj... Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:52 Knicks Win NBA Cup Championship 0:07:00 Jalen Brunson Proved He's A Championship Player 0:28:47 Can The Knicks Win The Championship? 0:41:40 Breaking Down The Spurs Loss 1:01:26 Cooper Flagg Continues To Make History 1:05:04 The Nasty State Of The Warriors 1:24:50 Melo Responds To His Rivalry With LeBron 2:05:11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In hour 2, Spadoni and Shasky discuss Kerr's response and what to make of it, is this really just a nothing or is writing on the wall about something?

Joe Lacob made waves when he responded to a fans email about the frustrations with the Warriors. Was that okay?

Should Warriors fans be mad that Joe Lacob sent that email?

We have no idea who is making the final call on any of these moves

If it is not Jimmy Butler, what is the problem and how many people will say it's Steve Kerr

How much do Warriors fans care whether or not Steve Kerr is the coach of the team

In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky talk about the dire outlook of the Warriors and how they have reached a point where everything needs to be on the table.

In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss if Jimmy is the issue as Lacob tries to exonerate Jimmy.

Sometimes the best move is for both parties to go in a different direction

In hour 1, Spadoni and Shasky discuss Lacob's email back to a fan, how do you feel about the owner responding the way Joe did?

Spadoni and Shasky discuss Lacob's email to a fan. Does this shock you that an owner would write back and are you for it or does it bother you? Plus, is everything on the table for the Warriors at this point?

Willard and Dibs try to figure out exactly what Joe Lacob was talking about in his email response to a frustrated Warriors fan.

Willard and Dibs discuss how the Warriors could potentially solve some of the issues facing them right now.

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr joins Willard and Dibs to react to Sunday's rough loss to the Blazers, to discuss Joe Lacob's email to a frustrated fan, the team's struggles through 27 games, his relationship with Jonathan Kuminga, and more.

Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Tuesday edition of the Crossover. The guys react to Joe Lacob's response to a frustrated Warriors fan, wonder what those inside of the building think about his email, and more.

Willard and Dibs try to make sense of the way a portion of the Warriors fan base feels about Steve Kerr, who has won four championships as head coach of the Warriors. Is the hate out of control?

Willard and Dibs continue to discuss the frustration the Warriors fan base has with Steve Kerr, wonder if there's ever been a multi-time champion head coach that has faced this kind of criticism, and more.

Willard and Dids discuss how Steve Kerr chooses who he plays on a given night.

Golden State Warriors courtside reporter Kerith Burke returned to the NBA Panel!

Steiny & Guru debate the biggest reason why the Warriors can't find their footing in the final moments of games... What happens in the final five?!

Steiny & Guru debate how much Steve Kerr can help this roster between now and the NBA Trade Deadline, which really opens up a month before because of the Kuminga's timeline.

Steiny & Guru react to the biggest news of the day: Steiny crushed the millenials on Sarah & Vinnie's show this morning... Plus, will Warriors break this funk?! Who or what is going to help Kerr make a choice?

Steiny & Guru wonder if the pressure from ownership is wearing on the head coach after a 13-14 start with no hope for help in the next 15 games.

Steiny & Guru debate why Steve Kerr is and isn't playing particular players and Kuminga feels like the guy who always gets stuck with the label of reason for defeat.

Steiny & Guru react to the news that Jonathan Kuminga is back in the rotation. Are we mad, happy, or feeling like it's too late?

Steiny & Guru find it interesting that Kuminga is going to play during the two-game series against a team that wants him... Did Steve Kerr have a chat with ownership about The PLAN?!

Steiny & Guru have a debate about one of the greats and why he may not be as great as everyone thinks he is... Especially Guru.

Steiny & Guru talk about why the Warriors are in their current state as far as record and roster goes. Plus, Matt Barrows of The Athletic stops by to break down

Steiny & Guru wonder if the new news about Kerr's rotation choices is an admission of fault or if he's still doing what he can to maximize the Warriors ... Plus, a fight ensues about Kobe Bryant.

Steiny & Guru discuss Draymond's response to Joe Lacob's email, is Green is holding the Warriors back, why the Warriors can't figure out their final five, and if Kobe really was that guy.

We're back with another episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three' with your new host, Cam Johnson of the Denver Nuggets!This week, Cam and Tommy welcome the Spencer brothers: Pat Spencer of the Golden State Warriors and Cam Spencer of the Memphis Grizzlies. They all discuss Pat's increased role on the Warriors and his backstory of being the nation's best lacrosse player before deciding to turn to basketball. They also discuss Pat and Cam's trash talking, something they are both consistently known for, where that comes from, and some of their most memorable trash talking moment. Pat and Cam also share how their dynamic as brothers has pushed them this far in their careers and what each's goals are for the Warriors and Grizzlies of the rest of the season, and much more. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nate and Danny tackle Western Conference mailbag questions from the Dallas Mavericks through the LA Lakers, digging into star-trade calculus, emerging young players, and which contenders really scare OKC and Denver.Dallas Mavericks — 0:55Is Max Christie's 65% true shooting for real, and if/when his shooting regresses, can he still be a starter on a championship team?How should Dallas value and time a potential Anthony Davis trade—what kind of package is “enough,” how much does the extension/player option risk matter, and is it better to move him now or wait?Given their place in the standings and draft-lottery odds, how low can Dallas realistically fall in the West, and how much does that affect the urgency to trade Davis?Would a Trae Young–for–Anthony Davis swap make sense for either the Mavericks or the Hawks in terms of fit and direction?How does the Derek Lively–Cason Wallace–Dāvis Bertāns draft-night trade look 2.5 years later for both Dallas and OKC, and which side would you rather be on now?Denver Nuggets — 17:57How has Peyton Watson grown offensively, and is he finally ready to be a reliable playoff-rotation player?Why is Zeke Nnaji still getting minutes over DaRon Holmes—are the Nuggets trying to pump up Nnaji's trade value, or do they genuinely see him as the better fit?What are Denver's best and worst potential playoff matchups in the first two rounds (with OKC assumed as the 1-seed and off the board)?Golden State Warriors — 28:40As in so many recent seasons, the Warriors hit mid-December around .500—what's the single biggest factor that can actually turn their season around?Is there any realistic “retool” path where Golden State trades some of the youth to become a legitimate threat again in games where Steph drops 40+ (e.g., moving Pods/Kuminga plus picks for a real starter)?Is the fan criticism of Brandin Podziemski this year justified—how good is he actually and what are his limitations?How much faith should we have in the Warriors' front office to build another contender post-Steph based on their track record?What's the most likely resolution with Jonathan Kuminga—do the Warriors still see him as a core piece, or is he basically just flotsam matching salary at this point?With Steph still playing at an elite level but the team stuck in the middle, are the Warriors really in an intractable “can't blow it up / can't contend” quandary, or is the path forward actually straightforward?Houston Rockets — 44:17If Giannis becomes available, should the Rockets not go after him this season because of OKC's dominance and instead wait to add another star later, or is this exactly the kind of opportunity you must seize?How much better would Giannis actually make Houston in the next 2–3 years compared with just riding out growth with Alperen Şengün and the current core—and is a Şengün-for-Giannis framework ever worth it?Is a core trio of Amen Thompson–Şengün–Giannis really viable given their combined limitations, and if so, who becomes the odd man out long-term?Is Reed Sheppard being misused when he's just parked in the corner while others run the offense—are the Rockets wasting his on-ball skills by treating him like a pure 3-and-D guard?Including possible trades, who is the bigger playoff threat to the Thunder this year: the Spurs or the Rockets?LA Clippers — 53:52Do the Clippers' struggles this season help them at all when the league decides Kawhi Leonard's punishment, or is that totally irrelevant to discipline?How much of the Clippers' disaster season is real underlying weakness versus bad clutch luck and opponent shooting luck (teams bombing threes against them)?What is the most likely course of action for the Clippers at the trade deadline—could they or should they do any kind of “firesale” given they owe so many picks?In hindsight, did the Clippers have the worst offseason—essentially gifting Miami an All-Star-caliber Norman Powell while signing a washed Brook Lopez—and how badly did that set them back?What are the realistic odds the Clippers can claw back to the 10th seed and at least mildly salvage their season?LA Lakers — 1:04:21The Lakers' record is great but their net rating is mediocre—what are their biggest weaknesses or needs, and do they actually play well enough consistently to reach the West finals or NBA Finals?In the MVP discussion, did you underrate Luka Doncic compared with Giannis—if you swapped their team contexts (Luka on the Bucks, Giannis on the Lakers/Mavs), how would that affect their cases, especially when you account for defense?With LeBron driving less and spending more time on the perimeter, would the Lakers' offense be better if they used him more in the post/elbow or as a handoff hub instead of having him just initiate from outside? 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Spadoni and Shasky discuss if they believe the 49ers NEED the #1 seed to have playoff success, the very odd Brandon Aiyuk saga, and an email from Joe Lacob to a fan leaks online, what does it mean? Baldy joins the show and Bonta Hill joins the show to give his thoughts with the guys.

In hour 4, Spadoni, Shasky and Bonta discuss Lacob's email back to a fan about the Warriors struggles.

Audacy NBA Insider Nick Friedell joins Willard and Dibs to react to Joe Lacob's email, the vibe of the team, Jimmy Butler's recent play, Jonathan Kuminga's role, and more.

Willard and Dibs continue to discuss Joe Lacob's email and more drama around the Warriors.

Willard and Dibs continue to react to Joe Lacob's response to a frustrated Warriors fan's email about the state of the franchise.

Willard and Dibs react to Joe Lacob responding to a frustrated Warriors fan's email about the state of the Warriors. Is it good or bad that Lacob cares enough -- and is involved enough -- to do such a thing?

Steiny and Guru are joined by Willard and Dibs during the Crossover to discuss how the Golden State Warriors spoiled a victory Monday for the San Francisco 49ers.