Tag: Golden State Warriors

Jeremy Lin Announces Retirement After 15-Year Career

Jeremy Lin
August 2025

Jeremy Lin has announced his retirement from professional basketball after a 15-year career that spanned the NBA, China, and Taiwan. The former Knicks guard, famed for sparking “Linsanity” in 2012, called it the hardest decision of his life.
Undrafted out of Harvard, Lin rose to global fame with the New York Knicks before stints with the Rockets, Lakers, Hornets, Nets, Hawks, and Raptors, winning an NBA title in 2019. He later played in China and Taiwan, becoming a cultural icon for Asian-American representation.

Stephen Curry Reflects on Future Beyond Playing Career

Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)
Ahead of 2025–26 NBA season

Curry, entering his age-37 season, admitted he is open to coaching after retirement, even envisioning himself as a high school coach to positively impact kids. He continues to cement his Hall of Fame legacy with four titles, two MVPs, and 11 All-Star selections.
Despite missing time with a hamstring injury that hindered the Warriors’ 2024 playoff run, Curry averaged 24.5 points, 6.0 assists, and 4.4 rebounds last season, shooting nearly 40% from deep. He led Golden State past Houston in the first round, proving he still anchors postseason runs effectively.

Kuminga Standoff Freezes Warriors’ Offseason

Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State Warriors)
July 2025

Restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga has rejected Golden State’s latest contract offer, prolonging a tense standoff. He’s exploring sign-and-trade options while keeping Golden State’s $7.9M qualifying offer open as leverage for long-term control and starter guarantees.
Kuminga seeks a featured role, which Phoenix and Sacramento have pitched. The Warriors demand a young player and a first-round pick—terms Phoenix can’t match. Golden State’s offseason plans, including targets like Al Horford and Seth Curry, remain stalled until the situation resolves.

Moody Undergoes Thumb Surgery, Expected Back for Training Camp

Moses Moody (Golden State Warriors)
Surgery completed on Wednesday, May 2025

Warriors guard Moses Moody had surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb. The team confirmed the 22-year-old is expected to make a full recovery in time for training camp.
The procedure was performed in Los Angeles after Moody sustained the injury late in the season. He is coming off his best NBA campaign to date, averaging 9.8 points in the regular season and 7.1 in the playoffs. Moody is entering the first year of a three-year, $37.5 million extension.

Draymond Green Fined $50K for Referencing Game 3 Point Spread

Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors)
May 2025

Green was fined $50,000 for making a comment referencing the 5.5-point spread during Game 3 vs. the Timberwolves, which the NBA deemed as questioning officiating integrity.
After fouling out late in the game, Green was seen mouthing “5.5” on camera as the Wolves led by eight. The game ended 102-97, narrowly within the spread. This adds to Green’s record $992,000 in career fines.

Pat Riley Reflects on Jimmy Butler’s Exit and Miami’s Future

Pat Riley (Miami Heat), Jimmy Butler (Golden State Warriors)
May 2025

Pat Riley spoke for the first time since Jimmy Butler’s trade to Golden State, acknowledging Butler’s impact, the strained relationship, and Miami’s decision not to extend his contract. Riley emphasized the need for offseason changes.
Riley cited last year’s contract standoff and Butler’s public remarks as turning points. He took responsibility for the outcome, declined to apologize for rejecting the extension, and confirmed Miami will pursue roster changes after a disappointing playoff sweep.

Draymond Green Addresses ‘Angry Black Man’ Label After Game 2 Tech

Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors)
May 2025

After receiving his fifth technical foul of the playoffs, Draymond Green condemned an alleged media “agenda” painting him as an “angry Black man” and expressed frustration over biased narratives affecting how he’s officiated.
Green flailed his arm after being fouled by Naz Reid and was given a technical upon review. He also encountered a racial slur from a fan, prompting an ejection. Teammates and coaches emphasized composure, citing his value and past suspensions.

Curry Calls Hamstring Injury a “Gut Punch,” Remains Uncertain on Return Timeline

Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)
May 2025

Stephen Curry said he’s “a little ways away” from basketball activities as he recovers from a Grade 1 left hamstring strain suffered in Game 1 of the Warriors’ semifinal series. He’s ruled out through Game 4 and will be re-evaluated afterward.
Curry described the setback as emotional, admitting he’s never had a hamstring issue and can’t predict his return. He stressed the importance of not rushing recovery due to the tricky nature of soft tissue injuries. The Warriors lead the series and hope to buy him time.

Stephen Curry Ruled Out at Least One Week with Hamstring Strain

Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)
Injury confirmed May 7, 2025 (Game 1 vs. Timberwolves)

Curry has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 left hamstring strain and will miss at least a week, sidelining him for Games 2–4 of the playoff series against Minnesota. He will be reevaluated before a potential Game 5.
The injury occurred during the second quarter of Game 1 after a driving floater. Curry signaled to the bench and later exited. MRI results confirmed the muscle strain. Coach Steve Kerr emphasized that the team is adapting and won’t rush Curry’s return, while Brandin Podziemski and others voiced their determination to win in Curry’s absence.

Timberwolves, Warriors Both Voice Frustrations Over Officiating After Game 1

Chris Finch (Timberwolves), Steve Kerr (Golden State Warriors)
After Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals (May 2025)

Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said the team submitted clips to the NBA showing Rudy Gobert being “tackled” during defensive rebounding with no foul calls. Meanwhile, Steve Kerr also complained about the lack of fouls called when Steph Curry was grabbed off-ball before exiting with a hamstring injury.
Finch called out what he described as excessive physicality allowed against Gobert, while Kerr pointed to playoff leniency by referees as a consistent issue, especially in defending off-ball motion. Both sides acknowledged the playoff environment as physical but felt the officiating lacked consistency.

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