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Warriors G-League affiliate re-signs Dalen Terry after Thunder stint
The Santa Cruz Warriors have re‑signed wing Dalen Terry after his brief two‑game stint with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Terry, a 24‑year‑old 6’6" 3‑and‑D prospect drafted 18th overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2022, was waived by OKC despite a two‑year non‑guaranteed contract and is now set to debut in Santa Cruz’s home opener. In his limited NBA action he logged 2 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assist in 11 minutes, averaging 3.5 points and 44.3% shooting over 218 career games.
Steph Curry injury dooms Warriors NBA Cup chances
Stephen Curry’s oblique abdominal tear sidelines the Golden State Warriors for at least two weeks, derailing their hopes in the Emirates NBA Cup. The Warriors, 1-0 in the tournament, now face a crucial matchup against the San Antonio Spurs without their star, and the injury clouds their chances of securing a wild‑card spot before Thanksgiving. Even if they finish 2‑2, they likely miss the knockout round scheduled for Dec. 4‑5, making a Cup run improbable. Meanwhile, the Knicks clinched last season’s double, and the Warriors’ veteran‑heavy roster now aims to refocus on the regular season playoffs.
Steph Curry has an oblique abdominal tear; to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
Stephen Curry suffers an oblique abdominal tear after leaving the Warriors' 8‑game winning streak in the first quarter against the Houston Rockets on Nov. 11. Golden State will reevaluate his status in two weeks, but a tear often means a 3‑4 week recovery or even months, depending on severity. The injury adds to recent setbacks, including a backup’s hamstring strain, testing the team’s depth. Draymond Green remains optimistic, citing improved team spirit and emerging contributors like Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski as the Warriors brace for Curry’s absence.
Warriors vs. Rockets player grades: Yaxel Lendeborg steps up as Steph Curry hurt
The Warriors fell 115-108 to the Rockets on Nov. 11 after Steph Curry left early with an abdominal injury. Rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg stepped up, posting 25 points, 10 rebounds and an A‑‑grade despite a shaky shooting night (9‑for‑19, 55.5% TS). Draymond Green anchored the defense with 7 assists and a 70.0% TS, also earning an A‑‑grade, while veteran Al Horford struggled, scoring just 2 points on 1‑for‑7 shooting. The loss ends Golden State’s eight‑game streak, but Lendeborg’s double‑double and Green’s play keep optimism alive.
Steph Curry left in second half to get MRI
Steph Curry exits early in the Warriors’ game against the Houston Rockets on Nov. 12, 2026, after feeling a “right abdominal soreness” in his hip/oblique area. He leaves in the second half for an MRI, and coach Steve Kerr says the injury is a new, concerning tweak. Golden State falls, snapping an eight‑game win streak, and already missing key players like Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody and Brandon Williams, the lineup’s depth is severely tested. The report highlights uncertainty over Curry’s recovery timeline.
Yaxel Lendeborg, Warriors can’t overcome Steph Curry injury in loss to Rockets
The Golden State Warriors' eight-game streak ends with a 115-108 loss to the Houston Rockets as Steph Curry exits early with right‑side soreness, likely sidelining him beyond tonight. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg steps up, posting 25 points, 10 rebounds and 2 steals, while the Warriors claw back to tie the game at halftime before Houston pulls away. Rockets stars Kevin Durant (20), Alperen Şengün (19‑13‑9) and Fred Van Vleet (18) each contribute, with every starter scoring at least 14. Marcus Smart is ejected for punching Charles Bassey, but the Dubs cannot overcome the deficit. The Warriors head to San Antonio next, hoping for Curry’s quick return.
Marcus Smart ejected after punching Charles Bassey
In a heated third‑quarter scramble against the Houston Rockets, Warriors center Charles Bassey was punched by Rockets guard Marcus Smart. After a brief rebound fight, Smart chased Bassey, exchanged words and landed a glancing blow to Bassey’s face. The incident prompted a replay review, resulting in a Flagrant‑2 foul and Smart’s immediate ejection. No further penalties were issued on the court, but a suspension or fine is expected. The incident adds to the Warriors’ season of on‑court altercations.
Steph Curry exits Warriors vs. Rockets game in 1st quarter, will not return due to right abdominal soreness
Steph Curry leaves the Warriors' road‑trip opener against the Houston Rockets in the first quarter after a hard fall, exiting with right abdominal soreness. The veteran guard does not return, and his status for upcoming games remains uncertain, adding to Golden State's early‑season injury woes.
Warriors vs. Rockets injury report: Will Richard upgraded to probable
The Warriors head into a grueling five‑game road stretch with an eight‑game win streak, but injury news could affect the matchup against the Houston Rockets on Nov. 12. Golden State lists Brandon Williams (left hamstring), Jimmy Butler III (right ACL), Moses Moody (left knee) and Kristaps Porziņģis (inactive) as out, while Will Richard (left thumb UCL tear) moves to probable after initially being ruled out. Houston also suffers, missing Steven Adams (right soleus) and Clint Capela (right ankle), though they still have Alperen Şengün, Jabari Smith Jr., Oscar Tshiebwe, Kevin Durant and Tari Eason. The game tips off at 6:30 p.m. PT on ESPN.
How to watch Warriors vs. Rockets
The Warriors launch a five‑game road trip with a primetime showdown against the 8‑3 Houston Rockets on Nov. 11 at 6:30 PM PT. The game streams on ESPN and NBC Sports Bay Area. After a 138‑87 home win that extended Golden State’s streak to eight, Stephen Curry (25 points) and Brandin Podziemski lead the Warriors, while Houston leans on Kevin Durant and Alperen Şengün (both over 21 PPG) and perimeter stuffer Amen Thompson. With both teams ranking in the top five for net rating, the matchup promises a tough test for Curry’s offense and could gauge the Warriors’ progress since their 0‑3 start.
Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant meet again as Warriors head to Houston
On November 11, 2026, the Warriors travel to Houston for the 41st showdown between Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant, both 38‑year‑olds averaging 26 points. The 8‑3 Warriors, fresh off an eight‑game win streak and a No. 2 league offense, aim for a ninth straight victory against an equally 8‑3 Rockets squad that lost to the Lakers in the playoffs. Curry, turning 39 soon, is scoring at a historic 1.04 points per minute, while Durant contributes 21.3 points, 9 rebounds and 7.8 assists despite a recent dip in scoring. Their rivalry‑turned‑partnership, highlighted by two championships and a 164‑46 record as teammates, adds extra intrigue to the game.
Jordan Poole makes clear his desire to return to the Warriors
Jordan Poole, the former Warriors guard now with the New Orleans Pelicans, openly admits he misses Golden State and would love to return. After a standout 2021‑22 championship season, Poole’s career has been marred by a locker‑room incident with Draymond Green, a trade to Washington, and a recent slump in New Orleans, where he logged just seven points in 34 minutes against the Warriors. The 27‑year‑old, set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, says the Bay feels like home and he’d jump at a Dubs contract if offered.
Injury pileup gets bigger: Brandon Williams out at least a week
Warriors guard Brandon Williams suffers a mild left hamstring strain after playing just 99 seconds against the LA Clippers on Nov. 1, forcing him out for at least a week. The injury adds to an already deep roster wound, joining Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, Gary Payton II, Will Richard (out indefinitely) and a sidelined Kristaps Porziņģis. Williams, a fifth‑year veteran, averages 10 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists in 16 minutes, and the backup point‑guard trio of De’Anthony Melton, Gui Santos and LJ Cryer must now fill the void. The Warriors hope for a quick recovery, but a longer timeline is possible given his history of hamstring issues.
Warriors vs. Pelicans player grades: Dominance from Steph Curry, Yaxel Lendeborg, and Brandin Podziemski
The Warriors make NBA history by becoming the first team to rebound from a 0‑3 start with an eight‑game win streak, capping it with a 138‑87 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans on Nov. 9, 2026. Stephen Curry leads the charge, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg dazzles with 23 points on perfect shooting (8‑10, 4‑4 from three) earning an A+ grade. Brandin Podziemski adds 25 points in 26 minutes, and Draymond Green returns to his playmaking best with a perfect shooting line and an A grade. Bench contributor Gui Santos earns a B+ for his hustle. The piece grades each player against personal expectations, highlighting Lendeborg’s breakout performance and the Warriors’ dominant display.
Steph Curry, Warriors coast to 138-87 blowout victory over Pelicans
The Warriors explode for a 138-87 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Nov. 9, improving to 8-3 and extending their five‑game home streak. Stephen Curry leads with 25 points in 21 minutes, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg tops the scoring board with 23 and Podziemski adds 25. New Orleans, missing Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III, struggles, with Derik Queen the only Pelican to reach double digits (16). Golden State loses backup guard Brandon Williams to a hamstring strain and sits Gary Payton II with knee inflammation. The team now embarks on its first long road trip, opening against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.
Brandon Williams leaves Warriors game with hamstring injury
Reserve guard Brandon Williams exits the Warriors’ Nov. 7 home loss to the New Orleans Pelicans with a left hamstring strain, ending his night in the third quarter. He sparked the first quarter with a burst of speed, but was replaced by two-way signee LJ Cryer before the injury forced his removal. The setback adds to Golden State’s injury list, which already includes Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, Kristaps Porziņģis, Gui Santos, Gary Payton II and Will Richard’s thumb UCL tear. The team hopes the strain is minor and won’t sideline the electric guard for long.
Warriors won’t give up picks for Myles Turner
The Golden State Warriors are exploring ways to move Kristaps Porzingis before the Dec. 15 reaggregation deadline but refuse to surrender draft picks for a deal. Trade talks involve the Bulls (Jalen Smith), Pelicans, and most notably the Bucks, who want Myles Turner—still under an $82.6 M contract through 2029—in exchange for picks and possibly Moses Moody. Turner, averaging 7.1 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.5 blocks, is struggling on a 1‑9 Bucks team and carries a hefty salary, while Porzingis sits out with no current salary and could be bought out. The Warriors favor a low‑cost, movable asset like Smith over sacrificing future draft capital.
Warriors vs. Pelicans injury report: No Zion Williamson or Trey Murphy III
The Warriors aim for an eighth straight win and a home‑stand sweep against the Pelicans, but both squads face significant injury woes. Golden State lists guard Will Richard (left thumb UCL tear), Gary Payton II (left knee inflammation), Jimmy Butler III (right ACL repair), Moses Moody (left patellar tendon surgery) and Kristaps Porziņģis (not with team) as out, while Gui Santos remains available despite knee tendinitis. New Orleans is without Zion Williamson (rest), Trey Murphy III (bilateral patellar tendinopathy), Yves Missi (left knee contusion) and Trendon Watford (right ankle sprain). The game tips off at 7 p.m. PT on NBA TV and NBC Sports Bay Area.
Will Jordan Poole play vs Warriors as Pelicans come to Chase?
The Warriors close a six‑game homestand tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans, and former Warrior Jordan Poole suits up in a Pelicans jersey after sitting out Sunday as a coach’s decision DNP. Poole, now in the final year of his $123 million extension, has struggled on New York’s bench, averaging six points on 19 % shooting. Meanwhile, rookie sensation Yaxel Lendeborg is stealing the spotlight, posting 37 points against the Clippers and ranking among Warriors greats for 200+ points in his first 10 games. Golden State enters the game 7‑0 after a historic comeback from 0‑3, while the Pelicans sit 4‑6 without Yves Missi. Tip‑off is 7 p.m. PT.
Warriors guard Will Richard out indefinitely with ligament tear in thumb
The Warriors confirm guard Will Richard will miss an indefinite stretch after tearing the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb. Richard, a second‑year player who was averaging 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and shooting 47.5% from the field in 10 games, joins Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody and Kristaps Porzingis on the injured list. A 2023 study suggests thumb UCL tears sideline players an average of 7.4 weeks. With no clear replacement for his point‑of‑attack defense, Steve Kerr may lean on Gary Payton II and give extra minutes to two‑way wing Malevy Leons.
How to watch Warriors vs. Pelicans
The Warriors close their six‑game homestand on Monday, Nov. 9, at 7:00 PM PT with a clash against the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center. The game streams on NBA TV and NBC Sports Bay Area. Golden State, now 7‑3 after a 41‑point, overtime win over Orlando, aims to sweep the homestand but must improve rebounding— the Magic previously out‑rebounded them 24‑3. The Pelicans will be without Zion Williamson (rest) and Trey Murphy, while projected starters feature Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Brandin Podziemski for the Dubs, and Dejounte Murray and Saddiq Bey for New Orleans. The matchup offers a chance for the Warriors to address second‑chance woes and extend their winning streak.
Thunder waive wing Dalen Terry less than a week after signing
The Oklahoma City Thunder waived former 2022 first‑round pick Dalen Terry just days after signing him, after trading for wing Niq Clifford from the Sacramento Kings. Terry, a 6‑ft‑6, 24‑year‑old 3‑and‑D prospect, appeared in two games for OKC, posting 2 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal in 11 minutes. His non‑guaranteed contract means he’ll receive only a pro‑rated portion of the league minimum and will likely clear waivers, opening a possible return to the Santa Cruz Warriors, the G‑League affiliate of the Golden State Warriors. Terry was drafted 18th overall by Chicago, spent four seasons with the Bulls, then moved to Philadelphia before joining the Warriors' summer roster.
Charles Bassey’s play is turning heads in Golden State
Charles Bassey is emerging as the Golden State Warriors' surprise interior force. Ranked #1 in the NBA for per‑minute impact (min. 50 MP), he posted a +40 total plus/minus in just 83 minutes, averaging +0.482 per minute and 17.35 per 36 minutes. On Nov. 2 against Phoenix, Bassey delivered a career night with 19 points, eight rebounds and a +10 plus/minus after Draymond Green’s ejection, sparking a 59‑45 run. Over the team's recent seven‑game stretch he posts a +34 plus/minus, 15.7 rebounds per 36 minutes (second in the league), 63.6% shooting, 88.2% free‑throw rate and a 25.8 PER, averaging roughly 21 points, 15 boards and 3 blocks per 36 minutes. With Kristaps Porziņģis’ future uncertain and Al Horford limited, Bassey’s bench production is becoming critical to the Warriors’ success.
Steph Curry scores 41, lead Warriors to overtime win over Magic
Stephen Curry erupts for 41 points on 13‑for‑19 shooting as the Golden State Warriors fend off a late comeback and win 126‑119 in overtime against the Orlando Magic on Nov. 7, 2026. The Warriors held a 16‑point halftime lead before the Magic rallied to seize a one‑point advantage in the fourth, forcing regulation. Curry’s clutch threes and drives, plus Yaxel Lendeborg’s 23 points, secure a seventh straight win, moving Golden State to a 7‑3 season start—the best under Steve Kerr. Curry also climbs ahead of LeBron James for the most 40‑point games at age 35 or older.
How to watch Warriors vs. Magic
The Golden State Warriors host the Orlando Magic on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 5:30 PM PT at the Chase Center, with the game on NBC Sports Bay Area. After extending their streak to six wins with a 120‑100 triumph over Miami, Stephen Curry (29 points) and Draymond Green (11 assists) lead a squad that’s leaning on bench contributions, especially Georges Niang, who posted 13 points in the latest win. The Magic, struggling at 2‑6 and missing All‑Star Paolo Banchero, will test the Warriors’ second unit. Projected starters include Curry, Podziemski, Richard, Lendeborg, Green for Golden State and Wagner, Carter Jr., Black, Richardson, da Silva for Orlando.
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