Golden State Warriors News Archives

For a few days last summer, it looked like Stephen Curry would be a Phoenix Sun.

The roller-coaster career of Anthony Randolph took an upswing Friday. After playing just 10 minutes coming off the bench in the season opener Wednesday, the Warriors second-year forward found himself in the starting lineup against Phoenix at US Airways Center.

After reporting the possibility the New Orleans Hornets might have interest in obtaining Golden State Warriors disgruntled shooting guard Stephen Jackson, Chris Broussard of ESPN.com wrote Thursday that neither New Orleans, San Antonio or the Los Angeles Clippers have not had any conversations of substance with the Warriors concerning Jackson .

Warriors coach Don Nelson did all he could to keep the starting lineup to himself.

Yes I know, it's only one game, but despite the opening night loss to the Rockets, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry played well last night.

The Rockets had to get to their game at Oracle Arena last night by boat . It figures that, if a team comes to town to play those endlessly upside-down Warriors, they couldn't just waltz in the door and do their best.

Suns update: The Suns are playing their home opener after beating the Los Angeles Clippers 109-107 at Staples Center on Wednesday, thanks to 24 points and eight assists from point guard Steve Nash.

The Toronto Raptors plan to keep Italian guard Marco Belinelli for another season.

All he has to do is become Tim Lincecum in short pants. On Wednesday night, the Warriors lost their opener to the visiting Rockets 108-107, but it would appear that they have found something valuable: a genuine NBA-caliber point guard.

By Chris Broussard For now, this is a rumor because I haven't verified it with sources close to the situation, but I've been told by a few people around the league that the Stephen Jackson trade talk is heating up.

The Golden State Warriors will kick off the 2009-10 season tonight, when they welcome the Houston Rockets to ORACLE Arena.

As the NBA regular season begins tonight, basketball pundits are making it clear our beloved Warriors are not bound for post-season glory.

An odd silence came over Stephen Curry during the Warriors' practice Tuesday. It was so out of character for the rookie point guard that assistant coach Keith Smart questioned Curry about it.

THE WARRIORS open shop tonight chin deep in troubling issues and fascinating subplots, among them the saga of the crusty old coach with one eye on his legacy and the other on a hammock in Maui.

Kelly Dwyer hasn't done a good job of making friends recently while writing for Yahoo Sports.

That observation came most recently during the Warriors' practice Sunday, but it could have been published after most any session during training camp.

The City of American Canyon is teaming with the Golden State Warriors to offer the Junior Warriors Basketball League.

Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce and Glen Davis celebrate Davis' game-winning shot against the Orlando Magic at the conclusion of Game 4 of their NBA Eastern Conference basketball playoff series in Orlando, Florida May 10, 2009.

Golden State Warriors Monta Ellis, #8, plays during their preseason game on Thursday, Oct.

And Don Nelson believes he has an idea on how to minimize any matchup problems the two 6-foot-3 guards may encounter.

In Stephen Jackson's world, there is no more drama. "It's ended for me," he said.

Nelson would have liked to treat the preseason finale as a dress rehearsal for the Warriors' regular-season opener Wednesday against Houston, but injuries have mounted with Randolph and Stephen Jackson joining a collection that already included Kelenna Azubuike , Brandan Wright , Acie Law and Devean George .

As you might guess, that isn't good. And as you might have further guessed, they got bored and stopped.

When you're following this ragged franchise, every day feels like a new brainteaser, doesn't it? A quick and bleary update from Wednesday's hectic Warriors hot line: Future franchise player Anthony Randolph might be out for a while because of a sore tailbone and some sort of knee issue.

Most of the postgame talk was about the rookie's best professional game to date.

Randolph, who suffered a bruised tailbone last week against the Los Angeles Clippers, did not practice Wednesday and was examined by team physician Frank Chen.

The Golden State Warriors come into the season after a dismal 29-53 record in 2008-2009. Look for the wins to improve, but not by much.

THE LEADER walks in and emphatically reaffirms his quest to get out. The talented guard, next in line for leadership, expresses apprehension about the direction of the team.

The Golden State Warriors are the Oakland Raiders of the NBA. The similarities are eerie.

Kobe Bryant scored 21 points and Andrew Bynum had 20 points and nine rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 113-107 preseason victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.

"Me saying something isn't helping anything, and you all asking me questions isn't helping anything," Jackson said.

Dont Greene took the ball on the right wing midway through the second quarter against Golden State, peeked at the rim and looked as if he just might fire away.

Nelson puppet Larry Riley is now the general manager and will continue to mold the team in his image.

Remember how the Warriors weren't worried about swingman Stephen Jackson? He's a pro's pro, they said.

In the wake of outrageously boorish behavior by high-profile individuals, I'm repeatedly stunned that so many apologists step forward.

Maybe the Warriors should have signed Ron Artest this offseason since he appears to be in love with the Golden State roster.

Kevin Martin scored 32 points, Jason Thompson had 20 points and 20 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings beat the Golden State Warriors 101-94 in a preseason game Saturday night.

The hotel room in Pontiac, Mich., was a welcome sight after a planes-trains-and-automobiles journey from San Francisco.

Dear David Stern, I would like to say some positive things about you, but that would mean that I'm lying.

The Warriors have made no secret about how much they like point guard C.J. Watson.

's mood, but that didn't stop the disgruntled swingman from spouting off once again.

An unsourced claim by a sports columnist about the absentee owner of Oakland basketball team Golden State Warriors has a juicy rumor that involves the Warriors' return to San Francisco.

Monta Ellis had 24 points and seven assists for the Warriors on Monday night, but the Clippers rallied from a 20-point deficit to win 124-117 to end Golden State's dysfunction-marred, four-game road swing through Southern California.

The NBA regular season is just two weeks away, but the Golden State Warriors are already in midseason disarray with the continuing Stephen Jackson soap opera.

Warriors coach Don Nelson was hoping he could keep forward Corey Maggette's minutes down to a reasonable number.

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They can try to trade Stephen Jackson to Dallas for junk and problems. Or to Cleveland for other problems and other junk.

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Monta Ellis #8 of the Golden State Warriors is defended by Stromile Swift #4 and Robin Lopez #15 of the Phoenix Suns during an NBA game on March 15, 2009 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California.

Warriors Brandan Wright is fouled by 76ers Marreese Speights during the fourth quarter a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Oracle Arena on Friday, March 20, 2009, in Oakland, Calif.

Troubled Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West returned to practice yesterday for his first team workout in a week.

Rumor has it that the Golden State Warriors owner Chris Cohan has been looking to sell the team.

Rasual Butler scored 13 of his 27 points in the third quarter, Eric Gordon added 22 and the Los Angeles Clippers erased a 20-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 124-117 on Monday night.

The Golden State Warriors, even after suspending Stephen Jackson for two preseason games, are in no rush to unload their unhappy captain.

Anthony Randolph is going to be a huge factor for the Golden State Warriors if they want to be competitive especially with Brandan Wright out for an extended period of time.

Golden State Warriors: While we're thoroughly enjoying this mess, we do feel bad rookie Stephen Curry has to deal with this garbage.

Preview/ Open Thread Final Box Score Warrior Wonders are the for the regular season and playoffs , but if I could hand out one for tonight's fantastic meaningless preseason win you know exactly who it would go to.

Warriors guard Monta Ellis hasn't played basketball outside since he was a kid playing pickup games at Mary C. Jones Park in Jackson, Miss.

If you were to ask last year if the Golden State Warriors were better off without Stephen Jackson and Baron Davis? You'd get an answer like to the extent of this "you must be crazy" or "you're out of your mind." This year things change.

Andris Biedrins is going to be rumored in trade talks, and he's not going to let the scuttlebutt bother him.

Monta Ellis scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors ruined the Los Angeles Lakers return to the "Fabulous" Forum with a 110-91 preseason victory Friday night.

Take 2! JUMP. The Good Randolph looked great out there last game. 4 blocks = BEAST.

Early on, there were fewer more critical of Anthony Randolph than myself. Ready to give up on him? Not exactly, but certainly not one to let him get in the way of just about any respectable trade offer that came along.

Warriors' second-year rising star Anthony Randolph is weeks away from his debut as a starting power forward in the Western Conference.

Andrew Bynum scored 24 points, Kobe Bryant added 22, and the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with a 118-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.

Nothing like a little Warrior drama to get the season started. Jackson wants out, Brandan re-injures his shoulder and Monta doesn't think he can play with Curry.

The last few years in Warriors world, the atmosphere has been nothing short of volatile.

Warriors coach Don Nelson said the Warriors signed 7-foot veteran Mikki Moore to be a spot player, maybe fill in in case of injuries.

And now we come to the new kid on the block. One thing we have to give this Warriors organization is their ability to pick up raw talent and allow it to blossom .

Anthony Morrow scored 15 of his 21 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-101 on Sunday night in the preseason opener for both teams.

Golden State Warriors forward Brandan Wright injured his shooting shoulder during practice Friday and could miss extended time.

When people talk about the Warriors ' promising young nucleus, the conversation usually starts with Monta Ellis, Andris Biedrins and Anthony Randolph .

Obscured by the controversy they caused, Monta Ellis' comments regarding his on-court compatibility with rookie Stephen Curry might have revealed something more about the Warriors' fifth-year guard.

To kick things off right this season your friendly friends in the GSoM Crew are going to go through the entire Golden State Warriors roster in way more detail then you probably even want.