After a 43‑point outburst against Golden State, Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker sputters with just three points on 1‑of‑7 shooting in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Oct. 26. The article examines how the Suns’ new‑look lineup and a cramped schedule—only three games played by the team so far—are exposing inconsistencies in Booker’s game, citing his lack of three‑point attempts against Portland and his defeated body language. It also questions whether the Suns should consider a trade before the December 15 deadline, given Booker’s dip from his former All‑NBA form.
The Warriors snap a three‑game losing streak with a 134‑114 road blowout of Denver, but the injury list keeps growing. Yaxel Lendeborg, who’s averaging 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists, is listed as questionable after left‑foot inflammation in Monday’s win. Golden State also remains without Jimmy Butler III (right ACL repair), Moses Moody (patellar tendon repair) and likely Kristaps Porziņģis. Minnesota loses Anthony Edwards to knee surgery (out until around New Year) and Donte DiVincenzo to Achilles repair. The game tips off 5:00 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area.
Mavericks CEO Rick Welts announces his retirement at the end of 2026, handing the reins to President Ethan Casson as the team's new CEO and alternate governor. Welts, a Hall of Famer who returned in 2024 after stints with the Suns, Warriors and the NBA, has overseen a major organizational overhaul. Casson, who joined Dallas in 2025 after leading the Timberwolves/Lynx and serving as COO of the 49ers, brings 20+ years of sports‑business experience to guide the franchise into its next chapter.
The Lakers signed former Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney over the offseason.
The Golden State Warriors close their first road trip with a 5 p.m. PT showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Oct. 28, streamed on NBC Sports Bay Area. After a 134‑114 win over Denver, Steph Curry (24‑point perfect shooting) and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg (31 points) aim to extend the momentum, while the Wolves, now 3‑1, lose Anthony Edwards to knee surgery for up to two months. Former Warrior Jonathan Kuminga, now with Minnesota (11.5 pts, 5.8 reb per game), could see a bigger role against his old club. Projected lineups feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Santos, Green vs. Ball, Dosunmu, McDaniels, Kuminga, Gobert.
The Warriors are weighing trade options for Kristaps Porzingis as his battle with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome leaves his future in doubt. With a two‑year, $40 million extension that leaves only $3 million guaranteed for 2027‑28, Golden State can move an expiring contract. Three potential deals are outlined: a package to Milwaukee for Myles Turner and Ryan Rollins, a lower‑cost swap for Memphis’ Isaiah Stewart, and a pricier bid for Brooklyn’s Nic Claxton that would likely require a first‑round pick. Each scenario balances immediate roster help against salary‑cap flexibility while Porzingis’ health remains uncertain.
The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 28, 2026, in a showdown that puts former Warriors rookie Jonathan Kuminga against his old team. After a $46.8 M deal with Golden State, Kuminga was traded to Atlanta, then signed a two‑year, $13 M contract with Minnesota. He’s now averaging 11.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and shooting 47% from three, and Coach Chris Finch expects him to finally get the ball. With Anthony Edwards sidelined by knee surgery and LaMelo Ball stepping up, Kuminga could face his former squad, while Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg is questionable with a foot injury. Draymond Green is healthy, adding extra intrigue to the matchup.
Golden State forward Draymond Green publicly praised longtime TNT host Ernie Johnson as the "best point guard" he’s ever played with, likening Johnson’s studio leadership to a basketball floor general. Green made the comments on his podcast after Johnson announced he will step away from 'Inside the NBA' after the 2026‑27 season. He highlighted Johnson’s knack for timing conversations, giving “assists” to guests, and expressed gratitude for the veteran broadcaster’s 37‑year run.
After a 0‑3 start, the Golden State Warriors finally snapped the skid on Oct. 28, 2026, thanks to rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s breakout performance in Denver. Lendeborg poured in 31 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and dished six assists, becoming the first Warriors rookie since Stephen Curry in 2010 to log a 30‑10‑5 line. The 24‑year‑old, a former Michigan champion, credits veteran guidance from Stephen Curry and Draymond Green for his confidence surge. His dominant showing against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets ignites a new Rookie‑of‑the‑Year conversation and gives the Warriors fresh momentum heading into their next matchup with Minnesota.
The Golden State Warriors simply have no other option than to try to move Kristaps Porzingis' deal.
The Warriors may be without their star rookie for tonight's matchup with the Timberwolves.
Warriors veteran Draymond Green urges NBA players to seek therapy, claiming it will make them "1000%" better on the court. Citing a CNBC interview, Green explains therapy improves temperament, decision‑making, patience and overall character, which translates into superior performance. He also gave Detroit’s John Collins advice after Collins’ altercation with Dillon Brooks, reminding him of the pressure of filling Isaiah Stewart’s role. Green highlighted the Warriors’ 134‑114 win over Denver, contributing seven assists, four rebounds and three points in the team’s opening victory of the 2026‑27 season.
Stephen Curry tells The Athletic that the looming end of his partnership with Draymond Green heightens his urgency, a sentiment echoed as the Warriors navigate roster churn and doubts over Kristaps Porzingis’ future with the team. Meanwhile rookie Yaxel Lendeborg dazzles, dropping 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a 134-114 win at Denver, prompting Steve Kerr to hail his versatile, game‑slowing style as a potential core piece. Curry shoots a perfect 8‑for‑8 for 24 points in the same victory, while Georges Niang, Gary Payton II and Brandon Williams contribute off the bench, underscoring the squad’s depth despite injuries and uncertainties.
Golden State Warriors doubt Kristaps Porzingis will suit up again, citing his failure to report to the team since early October. The club has reclassified his injury status from “general illness” to “not with team,” opening the door to a possible salary‑recovery claim or contract void, though such moves would be legally complex and offer no immediate cap relief. Sources say a trade is the preferred route, but no viable partners have emerged yet, leaving the Warriors to wait for a market to develop.
Rookie Cameron Carr is taking a major step toward returning to the Los Angeles Lakers after a right oblique strain sidelined him since Oct. 6. Coach JJ Redick confirmed Carr completed a full practice with the Coachella Valley Lakers on Tuesday, a key checkpoint for his rehab and ability to absorb contact. Carr posted 19 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals in his preseason debut versus the Sacramento Kings, followed by a modest five‑point effort against the Warriors. The Lakers hope his G League stint with Coachella Valley, which starts Nov. 6 against the Salt Lake City Stars, will keep him ready for a big‑league role.
Golden State Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green are well aware the clock might be ticking on their legendary run together, but neither is fixated on how things might end.
The Golden State Warriors are “extremely pessimistic” that Kristaps Porzingis will ever suit up for the team, according to ESPN’s Anthony Slater. Slater’s October 28 report highlights Porzingis’s indefinite absence, raising urgent questions about the Warriors’ front‑court depth, salary‑cap implications, and the long‑term outlook of his contract. The article explores how the franchise may need to retool its roster and strategies if the Latvian big man never returns.
Rick Welts will retire as Dallas Mavericks CEO at the end of 2026, with team president Ethan Casson slated to take over on Jan. 1, 2027. Welts, who joined the franchise in January 2025, oversaw the Valley View Mall arena site deal and brings a storied résumé that includes building the Warriors' Chase Center and creating NBA All‑Star Weekend. Casson, a former Timberwolves/Lynx CEO and key figure in securing a $220 million naming‑rights deal for Levi’s Stadium, has run the Mavericks’ day‑to‑day operations since August 2025. The transition aims to continue the Mavericks’ long‑term vision, including a new arena and practice facility slated for the 2031‑32 season.
The Golden State Warriors are wrestling with Kristaps Porzingis' $40 million, two‑year extension after he misses the entire 2026‑27 season due to a lingering health issue linked to a viral illness and POTS. Reporters Brett Siegel and Anthony Slater note that the club has shifted Porzingis' roster status from “general illness” to “not with team,” a move that could be framed as a failure to render services and potentially allow the Warriors to void the contract—though doing so would be complex unless Porzingis retires and returns the money.
The Golden State Warriors already have reason to regret sleeping on a massive Walter Clayton Jr. opportunity earlier in the month.
Rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who posted a career‑high 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in the Warriors' 134-114 win over Denver, is listed as questionable with left‑foot inflammation for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 24‑year‑old, the No. 11 pick in the 2026 draft, averages 21.8 points and 9.3 rebounds in his first four NBA outings, but his potential absence adds to Golden State's injury woes. The Warriors (1‑3) face a Timberwolves squad (3‑1) also missing Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo.
The Warriors snap their season opener with a win over Denver, but an ESPN report reveals internal turmoil over last year’s 37‑45 record. Sources say the team blames a “woe‑is‑me” mindset tied to schedule woes and injuries, especially Kristaps Porzingis’s arm injury and his costly $20 million guaranteed salary. Draymond Green, thrust into the starting center role, rejects excuses, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg shines. Management may even consider voiding Porzingis’s contract if he refuses to report. The Dubs now aim to build momentum against a Minnesota squad missing Anthony Edwards after knee surgery.
The Golden State Warriors appear to be operating as if Kristaps Porziņģis will not play for them again due to his ongoing health issues.
Warriors insiders say Kristaps Porzingis is unlikely to suit up again this season as the team shifts his injury status to “not with team,” opening a costly ‘failure to render services’ option that could cut his $31 million cap hit. Yet Golden State prefers a Melton‑style approach—tacking pick incentives onto his deal—while waiting for trade interest. Meanwhile, the Warriors notch a 134‑114 win in Denver, with Stephen Curry’s perfect 8‑of‑8 shooting and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg exploding for 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists, sparking hopes he could be a new core piece. Coach Steve Kerr praises the team’s depth and the Curry‑Green partnership as they navigate the “second timeline” plan.
As the issues surrounding their big man rotation continue to plague the Warriors, we explore a trade idea that could help them resolve it right away.