Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole discuss what Andre Iguodala has meant to the Warriors' dynasty as his No. 9 jersey is raised to the rafters. Then, the duo breaks down how Jimmy Butler has transformed Golden State while comparing him to former teammate Iguodala. Hill and Poole also examine the Warriors' ceiling with the vibes back in Golden State after a blowout win over the Dallas Mavericks. (01:45) - Warriors' big night highlighted by Iguodala's jersey retirement, first three-game win streak since mid-November (12:30) - Iguodala's legacy was helping shift Golden State's culture (25:30) - Why Poole believes Butler's presence is good for Steph and Draymond, but great for Podziemski and Moody (38:00) - Warriors make up ground in West standings, capping great day for Golden State

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at the Golden State's post All-Star break stretch and discuss if the rejuvenated Warriors can make a final playoff push after adding Jimmy Butler. The duo also debates how high can the Warriors climb in the Western Conference standings, and what record over their last 27 games could land them in the No. 6 seed. (02:00) - Monte Poole gives a practice updated, including when Jonathan Kuminga could return to game action (09:30) - Draymond Green guaranteed a championship, but what else was he suppose to say? (18:30) - Warriors are four games back from the No. 6 seed, organization believes they can get there, is that realistic? (22:00) - Tiers of games remaining - Great Win, Good Win, Painful Loss. Poole and Hill break down Warriors' remaining schedule

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Bonta Hill and Monte Poole recap the NBA All-Star Weekend that highlighted Steph Curry's career accomplishments. Then, the duo sits down with Kenny Smith to discuss what he sees from Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and the Golden State Warriors as they gear up for the final stretch of the season, and why he sees Jonathan Kuminga as the teams X factor. (02:00) - Steph Curry, Warriors represented all of the Bay Area at NBA All-Star weekend (13:45) - Hear from Stephen Curry about All-Star weekend (28:00) - Kenny Smith joins Monte Poole, Bonta Hill to discuss the All-Star game and the Golden State Warriors

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole take a look at the Warriors' back-to-back games in Texas, which Golden State split against the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets. The duo debates if the big win in Houston made up for the bad loss in Dallas as they look ahead to the implications the games could have on the standings. (02:00) - Recapping Warriors' gritty win over Houston after bad loss in Dallas. (05:15) - Warriors acquired Jimmy Butler to be their second star and calm the waters (11:15) - Golden State might have found a new starting lineup (13:00) - How do we feel about where Warriors stand at the All-Star break? (26:30) - Is the break coming at the right time for Golden State?

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole analyze the new-look Warriors with Jimmy Butler after back-to-back wins. Steph Curry breaks down Butler's impact early into his Golden State tenure, then Bonta and Monte examine the standings and dive into how far the Warriors can climb as the All-Star break approaches. (01:30) - Steph Curry revived after Jimmy Butler trade; Warriors 2-0 after win over Bucks (08:30) - Steph realizes impact Jimmy brings to Golden State (22:00) - West is crowded, but Warriors could make jump in the standings (29:45) - Bonta Hill believes playoffs have “March Madness feel” (35:45) - Warriors playing with a swagger but have big challenge ahead

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Warriors' blockbuster trade that sends Jimmy Butler to Golden State and Andrew Wiggins to the Miami Heat. The duo then reacts to the emotions behind Steve Kerr and Steph Curry's postgame comments centered around the trade after a tough 131-128 loss to the Utah Jazz. (07:00) - Jimmy Butler's NBA history and his "honeymoon phases to breakups" (11:00) - How will Butler fit with the Warriors? (17:00) - Bonta gives Andrew Wiggins his flowers (22:11) - Did Warriors need to make a move? (25:00) - What should fans' expectations be for Golden State going forward?

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors' gritty win over the Orlando Magic. The duo then turns their conversation to the NBA trade deadline, diving into the recent Luka Doncic and De'Aaron Fox trades and what implications those moves might have on the Warriors. (02:00) - Bonta and Monte break down how Warriors survived against Magic (06:30) - Golden State knows Steph Curry needs help (09:00) - Draymond Green defends Joe Lacob's desire to win as Warriors' sit around .500 (14:15) - After Doncic's surprise trade, Bonta and Monte examine who is untouchable for Golden State (18:30) - What's the likelihood of a Kevin Durant-Warriors reunion? (27:45) - Monte believes Golden State will make a trade, but the deal’s magnitude and impact remains to be seen

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors' big win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and how it might impact the Warriors' trade deadline activity. Then, the duo examines the names circulating in the NBA trade rumors. (01:45) - Andrew Wiggins helped carry Golden State to its best win of the season against the Oklahoma City Thunder (06:16) - Steph Curry feels this was the best game he and Dennis Schröder have played together (15:15) - Vintage Kevon Looney game highlights his impact on Golden State (19:45) - Are Warriors' role players making case to stay ahead of NBA trade deadline? (28:00) - Are Zach LaVine, Jimmy Butler, or Nikola Vučević good fits in Golden State?

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole react to the Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga injury updates and analyze how their continued absence might impact the Warriors' trade deadline activity. Plus, the duo examine Quinten Post's recent emergence and what wrinkle that could add for Golden State. (01:30) - Warriors looking up at West standings, but with optimism of climbing (06:00) - Draymond, Kuminga injury updates provide some clarity, some uncertainty (17:00) - Golden State putting in effort ahead of the NBA trade deadline (19:30) - Are Warriors wasting Steph's time? (29:15) - Quinten Post can help Golden State right now

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole break down Quinten Post's breakout game in a big 131-106 win over the Chicago Bulls. The duo then examines the jolt of energy the young Warriors have brought to Golden State and how it could impact the Warriors as the NBA trade deadline approaches. (01:30) - Steph Curry named All-Star starter next to his Olympic running mates Kevin Durant and LeBron James. (05:00) - Quinten Post let it fly from deep in breakout game (14:30) - Gui Santos stock is rising as he plays Steve Kerr style of basketball (25:30) - Dalton and Monte believe Warriors need consistency and to rebuild their identity on this home stand to help sort things out before the trade deadline

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors’ 125-85 loss to the Boston Celtics. The duo hears from Kevon Looney and Steph Curry, who are searching for answers after the blowout home loss. (04:45) - Kerith and Dalton try to make sense of Warriors’ 40-point loss to Celtics (08:00) - Looney gives honest take on Warriors’ confidence (18:15) - Curry does his best to process Warriors' blowout loss

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole analyze Steph Curry's postgame comments after the Warriors hung on to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves on the road. The duo breaks down where Golden State stands as it moves back to .500 nearly halfway through the season. (06:30) - Warriors split four-game roadtrip, finish with one-point win vs. Timberwolves (08:45) - Steph Curry clears the air after Golden State's win (21:30) - Steph asks fans to let Warriors "figure things out" (25:45) - Monte and Kerith break down realistic trade for Warriors

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors' recent struggles after the team dipped below .500 with an ugly loss to the now nine-win Toronto Raptors. The duo explores the predicament the Warriors face and how any trades this season might mortgage the future. (03:30) - Warriors fall below .500 after fumbling game against Raptors (07:45) - Kevon Looney puts responsibility of loss on players, not coaches (16:45) - What is happening with Warriors' offense? (19:45) - Monte Poole has his worries about Draymond Green's injury (21:15) - What options do Warriors have to avoid 'mortgaging the future?'

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole give an honest assessment of the state of the Golden State Warriors after another tough loss, this time to the short-handed Miami Heat, who were on the second night of a back-to-back and fresh off a double-overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. The guys look at Steph Curry and Steve Kerr's postgame comments and break down why one trade won't fix the Warriors' issues right now. (01:45) - Warriors' loss to the Heat is rock bottom (05:15) - Steph Curry is starting to look visibly deflated after these tough losses (11:00) - Golden State's offense has a 'crisis of confidence' (18:45) - Dalton Johnson doesn't believe there is one single trade out there that will fix the Warriors right now (21:00) - Monte Poole 'puts the Jimmy Butler thing on blast' as to why it wouldn't work for Warriors

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson examine the ripple effects of Jonathan Kuminga's ankle injury after the Golden State Warriors suffered a blowout loss to the Sacramento Kings. Then Kerith and Dalton look ahead to the Warriors' upcoming schedule as the Jimmy Butler-less Heat come to town before Golden State heads out on a road trip, Lastly, Kerith and Dalton break down how all of this could impact what the Dubs do at the NBA trade deadline. (01:50) - Warriors who must step up with Jonathan Kuminga out. (20:00) - How concerning was Warriors' blowout loss to Kings? (23:00) - Steph Curry admits 'Warriors not built to come back' late in games. (29:30) - Warriors have serious reservations on a potential Jimmy Butler trade. Dalton urges Warriors fans to 'take a beat' and wait and see what Warriors do at deadline.

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Dalton Johnson break down the Golden State Warriors' 139-105 blowout win over the Philadelphia 76ers, Steph Curry's postgame comments reacting to his perfect 3-point night and finally look ahead to the Warriors' schedule which includes a visit from Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. (04:15) - Kerith and Dalton react to Golden State's big win (09:00) - Dennis Schröder turns in best performance as a Warrior (15:45) - Hear from Steph on his perfect night from deep

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Dalton Johnson and Monte Poole react to the "mid" Golden State Warriors loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night at Chase Center. Then Warriors guard Lindy Waters III sits down with Monte Poole to discuss his NBA journey and how his Indigenous American roots have helped guide him. (02:00) - Steph Curry labels Warriors "mid" after loss to Cavaliers (16:45) - Lindy Waters III discusses his reaction to trade to Warriors (21:30) - Waters' mentality stays same even with fluctuating Warriors role (25:00) - Waters dives into his unconventional journey to the NBA (32:00) - Waters, Kyrie Irving and MarJon Beauchamp share connection as only active Indigenous Americans in NBA

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson make their wish lists for what they believe Golden State might hope for under its tree this holiday season as the Warriors prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. (02:00) - Monte Poole, Dalton Johnson look back at Warriors, Lakers all-time rosters ahead of Christmas Day matchup (20:00) - Looking back at Christmas Day game history between Steph, LeBron (27:30) - What should be on Warriors' wish list?

On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Kerith Burke and Monte Poole break down the Golden State Warriors' recent acquisition of Dennis Schröder. The duo analyzes how the addition of the veteran guard could affect Steph Curry, Brandin Podziemski, and even Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga. (01:45) - Warriors trade for Dennis Schröder to fill PG need (07:30) - How will Schröder fit playing alongside a future Hall of Famer like Steph Curry? (10:00) - Schröder can help shoulder ball-handling and playmaking load from Brandin Podziemski (17:45) - How do Warriors set defensive tone with Draymond coming off the bench?

Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down the Dennis Schröder-De’Anthony Melton trade and why Mike Dunleavy didn’t wait to make a move. Also, Dalton sits down with Kerith Burke to discuss Klay Thompson’s big night fueling the Mavericks' win over the Warriors.