Podcast appearances and mentions of Marcus Thompson

Finally, Golden State got the better of the Lynx. The Valkyries did it in Minnesota, shut down Olivia Miles in the process, and made coach Cheryl Reeve wave the white flag with more than three minutes left. It clearly meant something to Golden State, which had been 0-9 all-time against Minnesota. But did it mean anything to Minnesota? Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita discuss that and playoff matchups with Seerat Sohi, host of The Ringer's WNBA Show.

Hour 4: Murph & Markus break down Matt Barrows reaction to the Jed York situation, they also get Marcus Thompson on to divulge on the matter & the Warriors actually signing a free agent, & they also bring you an enlightening What did Murph LearnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bay Area Scribe, Marcus Thompson joins the Morning Show to talk & joke about the Jed York fiasco in Ohio, will it affect the team, & also breaks down the Warriors finally bringing in a player in Brandon Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Murph & Markus break down Matt Barrows reaction to the Jed York situation, they also get Marcus Thompson on to divulge on the matter & the Warriors actually signing a free agent, & they also bring you an enlightening What did Murph LearnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bay Area Scribe, Marcus Thompson joins the Morning Show to talk & joke about the Jed York fiasco in Ohio, will it affect the team, & also breaks down the Warriors finally bringing in a player in Brandon Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show -- The guys discuss if Jacob Cowing did enough to make the 53 man roster after returning a punt for a touchdown yesterday against the Chargers. They catch up with Marcus Thompson of The Athletic, and later give you another sound soiree featuring Fernando Mendoza See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins the show to discuss Klay Thompson signing with the Miami Heat. He also touches on Mike Dunleavy's comments on a potential Steph Curry trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday night's showdown with Minnesota, the first of two over the final 10 games, will have a significant impact on the standings. The Athletic's Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita, broadcast host of the Valkyries for KPIX, break down the stakes the top two teams facing off. A win would put Golden State in good shape to get the No. 1 seed. Whatever happens, the surging Tiffany Hayes is expected to be critical.

Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the Warriors current roster and the challenges they face in making a deep playoff run. The conversation centers around the team's decision to keep their core players, including Steph Curry, and the potential risks and rewards of this approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willard & Dibs spent the day reacting to the 49ers preseason opener vs the Titans and rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling's impressive debut. They are later joined by Guy Haberman and David Lombardi to discuss who stood out in week one and what they've seen from training camp. Also, Marcus Thompson responded to Mike Dunleavy's recent comments about the Warriors offseason.

Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the Warriors current roster and the challenges they face in making a deep playoff run. The conversation centers around the team's decision to keep their core players, including Steph Curry, and the potential risks and rewards of this approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson dives into the talk about the possibilities of Stephen Curry asking out and what we can learn from GM Mike Dunleavy's comments. Joseph Dycus, Warriors beat writer for the Mercury News, joins the show to discuss the Warriors' schedule and what is in store. Lots of significance in the schedule based on their context.

After a couple weeks hiatus, Valkyries Wednesday is back with a new co-host and lots to talk about. Zena Keita — whose analysis anchors the pregame, halftime and postgame shows for Valkyries games on CBS — joins Marcus Thompson to discuss Golden State, which sits No. 2 in the WNBA at 23-9. This episode discusses why the franchise chose not to trade for Kelsey Plum, coach Natalie Nakase's load management plan, and more.

After a couple weeks hiatus, Valkyries Wednesday is back with a new co-host and lots to talk about. Zena Keita — whose analysis anchors the pregame, halftime and postgame shows for Valkyries games on CBS — joins Marcus Thompson to discuss Golden State, which sits No. 2 in the WNBA at 23-9. This episode discusses why the franchise chose not to trade for Kelsey Plum, coach Natalie Nakase's load management plan, and more.

Hour 4: Murph and Markus talk to Marcus Thompson about the 49ers team culture and close the show with "What did Waterboy learn today?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Murph and Markus to discuss Don Nelson's passing and the San Francisco 49ers' team culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Murph and Markus to discuss Don Nelson's passing and the San Francisco 49ers' team culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Murph and Markus talk to Marcus Thompson about the 49ers team culture and close the show with "What did Waterboy learn today?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Dirty Work and shares his favorite Greg Papa storySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Dirty Work talks to Marcus Thompson, hit sound soiree and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Dirty Work and shares his favorite Greg Papa storySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Dirty Work talks to Marcus Thompson, hit sound soiree and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson of The Athletic, joins the show and they dive into the latest news and rumors surrounding the Warriors. From Steph Curry's comments on his future with the Warriors to the team's offseason moves, Marcus shares his expert insights and analysis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 -- Marcus Thompson joins the show to break down the latest news surrounding the Warriors off-season. Later Rich Aurilia joined the show to preview the Giants trade deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 -- Marcus Thompson joins the show to break down the latest news surrounding the Warriors off-season. Later Rich Aurilia joined the show to preview the Giants trade deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson of The Athletic, joins the show and they dive into the latest news and rumors surrounding the Warriors. From Steph Curry's comments on his future with the Warriors to the team's offseason moves, Marcus shares his expert insights and analysis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Sports Leader podcast is a must-listen for any NBA fan, as the conversation delves into the recent signing of Lebron James with the Philadelphia 76ers and its implications on the Golden State Warriors. The discussion also touches on the Warriors' current season and the team's efforts to rebuild.The speaker shares insights from a conversation with Steph Curry, who surprisingly seemed okay with Lebron's decision to join the 76ers. The Warriors' star player appeared to have already accepted the reality of the situation, and his reaction was more about defending the team against criticism rather than expressing frustration. The speaker also discusses the role of Bob Myers in landing Lebron James with the 76ers and how it might affect the Warriors organization.The conversation also shifts to the NFL, where the topic of Kyle Shanahan's recent comments on the 49ers' culture and the team's handling of a mid-season crisis. The speaker shares their thoughts on the matter and how it might impact the team's future.This episode is a great listen for anyone interested in the world of sports, with a mix of NBA and NFL discussions that are sure to spark some interesting conversations. Join the conversation and tune in to hear more about the latest developments in the sports world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson, a reporter from The Athletic, joins the show to discuss the latest news in the NBA, including Lebron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Thompson shares his thoughts on why Philly made sense for Lebron, and how his legacy played a role in the decision. He also talks about a surprising revelation from Draymond Green, who mentioned that Lebron's past rivalry with the Warriors was a factor in his choice.The conversation also delves into Steph Curry's reaction to Lebron's decision, with Thompson sharing his observations from a recent interview with Curry. He notes that Curry seemed surprisingly calm and accepting of the news, and that he's been focused on the present rather than dwelling on the past. Thompson also discusses the Warriors' front office, including the role of Bob Myers in landing Lebron, and how his departure from the Warriors may have impacted their chances of signing him.Thompson also shares his thoughts on the NFL, discussing the recent controversy surrounding Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers. He praises Shanahan's decision to take responsibility for his team's mistakes and notes that it's a refreshing change from the typical NFL culture of deflecting blame.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the latest NBA news and the inner workings of the Warriors' front office. Thompson's insights and analysis provide a unique perspective on the world of sports, and his conversation with the host is engaging and informative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson, a reporter from The Athletic, joins the show to discuss the latest news in the NBA, including Lebron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Thompson shares his thoughts on why Philly made sense for Lebron, and how his legacy played a role in the decision. He also talks about a surprising revelation from Draymond Green, who mentioned that Lebron's past rivalry with the Warriors was a factor in his choice.The conversation also delves into Steph Curry's reaction to Lebron's decision, with Thompson sharing his observations from a recent interview with Curry. He notes that Curry seemed surprisingly calm and accepting of the news, and that he's been focused on the present rather than dwelling on the past. Thompson also discusses the Warriors' front office, including the role of Bob Myers in landing Lebron, and how his departure from the Warriors may have impacted their chances of signing him.Thompson also shares his thoughts on the NFL, discussing the recent controversy surrounding Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers. He praises Shanahan's decision to take responsibility for his team's mistakes and notes that it's a refreshing change from the typical NFL culture of deflecting blame.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the latest NBA news and the inner workings of the Warriors' front office. Thompson's insights and analysis provide a unique perspective on the world of sports, and his conversation with the host is engaging and informative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Sports Leader podcast is a must-listen for any NBA fan, as the conversation delves into the recent signing of Lebron James with the Philadelphia 76ers and its implications on the Golden State Warriors. The discussion also touches on the Warriors' current season and the team's efforts to rebuild.The speaker shares insights from a conversation with Steph Curry, who surprisingly seemed okay with Lebron's decision to join the 76ers. The Warriors' star player appeared to have already accepted the reality of the situation, and his reaction was more about defending the team against criticism rather than expressing frustration. The speaker also discusses the role of Bob Myers in landing Lebron James with the 76ers and how it might affect the Warriors organization.The conversation also shifts to the NFL, where the topic of Kyle Shanahan's recent comments on the 49ers' culture and the team's handling of a mid-season crisis. The speaker shares their thoughts on the matter and how it might impact the team's future.This episode is a great listen for anyone interested in the world of sports, with a mix of NBA and NFL discussions that are sure to spark some interesting conversations. Join the conversation and tune in to hear more about the latest developments in the sports world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Copes & D-Pop end the week with another addition of the Sound Soiree as the two breakdown some of the best sound from around the sports world including some John Harbaugh sound and share some last thoughts on Lebron going to Philly with Marcus Thompson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss the Warriors missing on big time free agents. He also discusses how Bob Myers was able to help the 76ers land Jaylen Brown and LeBron James. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 - The guys continue the discussion on the Warriors getting rejected by LeBron James, which spawns callers to bring up some of their best rejection stories. Later they are joined by Marcus Thompson to discuss where the Warriors go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Valkyries head into the break with their nine-game winning streak snapped. But did they show enough to think they can really win a championship? Have they won enough for Valkyries GM Ohemaa Nyanin to say "I told you so"? Marcus Thompson of The Athletic and Nathan Canilao, Valkyries beat writer for the Mercury News, discuss the state of Golden State heading into the break. The Athletic's national WNBA reporter Annie Costabile joins the show to discuss the league's title contenders, the WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago, and the coming trade deadline.

Hour 3 centers around Lebron's potential decision, with the fellas discussing the pros and cons of each possible destination. They also touch on the Warriors' current roster and the impact of Yaxel Lendeborg's impressive performance in the summer league. We debate what it means for the team's future and whether it's enough to make a significant difference. Marcus Thompson jumps in on all things NBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson of The Athletic dives into the latest news and rumors surrounding the league's biggest free agent, Lebron James. With the Warriors reportedly on the outside looking in, we break down the latest developments and what they mean for the team's chances of landing the four-time NBA champion. The boys also touch on the Summer League and the impressive performance of Yaxel Lendeborg, who was named the league's MVP. The conversation also delves into the Warriors' roster and potential lineup, with Marcus making some surprising predictions about who could be starting alongside Steph Curry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Copes and Tittle to dive deep into what is happening with Lebron and his potential decision to join the Warriors. Plus, a deeper look into the investigation with the Clippers, Kawhi Leanord, and the Raptors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 -- Copes and Rick Tittle dive into "Rick's Rants" to try and see which sports moments upset Rick the most. Later Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the latest on the LeBron James watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 -- Copes and Rick Tittle dive into "Rick's Rants" to try and see which sports moments upset Rick the most. Later Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the latest on the LeBron James watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins Copes and Tittle to dive deep into what is happening with Lebron and his potential decision to join the Warriors. Plus, a deeper look into the investigation with the Clippers, Kawhi Leanord, and the Raptors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heading into the showdown with Indiana, the fifth and final game on Golden State's road trip, the Valkyries find themselves battling for first place in the league. Jordan Robinson, author of Court Queens and co-host of the Girls Tripp podcast on Road Trippin' joins Marcus Thompson and Nathan Canilao to discuss the surging Valkyries and the match against Caitlin Clark's Fever.

The NBA offseason is in full swing, and one of the biggest storylines is still the potential return of LeBron James to the Golden State Warriors. This episode, the speaker dives into the latest developments, including a possible connection between LeBron and the Warriors through Frank Vogel, the team's new head coach. They also discuss the recent golf outing between LeBron and Draymond Green in Puerto Rico, and how it might impact the Warriors' chances of landing the King. The conversation covers various topics, from the Warriors' summer league performance to the latest rumors and speculation surrounding LeBron's decision. The speaker shares their thoughts on the Warriors' chances of signing LeBron, and how it would affect the team's roster. They also touch on the recent trade involving the Los Angeles Rams and the potential implications for the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: This episode of the Murph & Markus podcast is a must-listen for all basketball fans, as the host dives into the latest news and rumors surrounding the NBA. From Lebron James' potential move to the Golden State Warriors to the exciting young talent emerging in the league, this episode has it all. The conversation starts with a discussion about Lebron James' golf outing with Draymond Green in Puerto Rico, and how it might impact the Warriors' chances of landing the superstar. The host also talks to Marcus Thompson, a reporter from the Athletic, about the latest news and rumors surrounding Lebron's potential move. They also discuss the Warriors' summer league and the exciting young talent emerging in the league, including Graham Ike, a Gonzaga alum who's making a name for himself in the NBA. Graham Ike joins the show to talk about his experience playing for the Warriors in the summer league and what it's like to be part of such a talented team. He shares his thoughts on what he brings to the table as a big man and how he's adjusting to the speed of the game. The conversation also touches on the Warriors' need for a big man and how Graham Ike fits into their plans. If you're a basketball fan, you won't want to miss this episode of the Murph & Markus podcast. With its mix of news, rumors, and exciting young talent, it's a must-listen for anyone looking to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in the NBA. So grab your headphones and tune in to hear the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Thompson joins the show to discuss where LeBron James will land, and if Draymond Green could really leave the Warriors to play with Lebron.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The five-game road trip is off to a 2-0 start after beating Atlanta a third time and suffocating the Washington Mystics. The Valkyries sit a half game out of the best record in the league with two sub-.500 teams coming up. Back-up guard Kaitlyn Chen joins the show to discuss Golden State's streak and her inspiring journey. Marcus Thompson and Nathan Canilao even get Chen to discuss one of her new passions.

Coming off a huge three-game homestand in which they beat two of the best teams in the league, Golden State is sitting pretty in the standings. With Nathan Canilao, the Mercury News' Valkyries beat writer, and The Athletic's Marcus Thompson, we've got Zena Keita — studio host for Valkyries on KPIX and for the WNBA on ION — to talk about how the Valkyries changed the trajectory of their season. The defense looked so impressive — against two great offenses in Atlanta and New York — that it requires readjusting the ceiling. Statements were made.

Marcus Thompson, a prominent sports journalist from The Athletic, joined the show to discuss the latest rumors surrounding Lebron James' potential move to the Golden State Warriors. As the NBA world holds its breath, Marcus shared his insights on the possibility of Lebron joining the team, citing the Warriors' competitive advantage and the influence of his past experiences with coach Steve Kerr and teammate Steph Curry. Marcus delved into the history of Lebron and Steph's relationship, which began with a jersey on Steph's wall in high school and evolved into a deep friendship. He also discussed how Lebron's past experiences with the Olympics and his desire to play with a coach like Steve Kerr, who understands the importance of accommodating players' needs, could sway his decision. The conversation also touched on the Warriors' backup plan if they don't land Lebron, with Marcus mentioning Collin Sexton as a potential target. However, the news broke that Sexton has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, changing the landscape of the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tough stretch for the Valkyries now points toward Atlanta. The Valkyries play two games against Atlanta, one of the best teams in the league, and will have to contend with Angel Reese, who is feasting in the paint. One of biggest names in the WNBA comes to one of the best environments in the league. Marcus Thompson and Mercury News Valkyries beat writer Nathan Canilao bring on ESPN's Kendra Andrews to discuss Reese, this pivotal stretch for Golden State and more.

The Warriors' first-round pick landed exactly who many expected: Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg. He's 24 with great size — which means he's ready to contribute right away. But was he too safe a pick? And now that they have him, what do the Warriors still need? Marcus Thompson, Tim Kawakami and Nick Friedell break down Golden State's pick and situation after Day 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft.

On the eve of the NBA draft, Marcus Thompson gives his take on what the Warriors should do with their No. 11 pick. But first, a conversation with The Athletic's NBA Draft guru Sam Vecenie. They discuss the players who make the most sense for the Warriors, with Vecenie breaking down the players being linked to the Dubs. They also, among other things, discuss who could potentially fall to Golden State, who might the Warriors target should they trade down and who are the risky picks.