Golden State With Mates

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By: Peter O'Keefe

Hosted by Blue Man Hoop's Peter O'Keefe, this podcast offers a unique Australian perspective on the Golden State Warriors and the NBA featuring guests from across the globe. 

Toohey’s Summer League Response, Al Horford Update & a Controversial LeBron James Take
Today at 5:00 AM

Plenty to cover in this episode, starting with some more summer league takeaways after a strong response from Alex Toohey and the Warriors against the Jazz on Sunday.

Plus, more free agency thoughts on Jonathan Kuminga, Al Horford, Ben Simmons and others, along with a controversial take on LeBron James and a forgotten player who could still be part of Golden State’s starting lineup entering next season.


WARRIORS CAN STILL PULL OFF A GREAT OFFSEASON AMID GROWING FAN FRUSTRATION
Last Thursday at 5:00 AM

The Golden State Warriors still haven't made a single move nearly 10 days into free agency, but it's not all doom and gloom like some frustrated fans would have you believing. I'll outline why that's the case, then get to your comments as we continue to speculate about what could be on the horizon.

*Apologies for audio issues, will hopefully correct it for next time!


WARRIORS BRINGING MELTON BACK? INTEREST IN BEAL & TOOHEY'S TOUGH DEBUT
Last Wednesday at 5:00 AM

Speculation continues to grow on the Golden State Warriors offseason moves, including a likely reunion with De'Anthony Melton, interest in Bradley Beal and more updates on Al Horford and Jonathan Kuminga!

Plus, the Warriors finished up their California Classic campaign on Tuesday with a loss to the Miami Heat, with plenty of takeaways on the likes of Alex Toohey, Will Richard and Taran Armstrong.


LATEST ON KUMINGA, HORFORD AND WARRIORS' SUMMER LEAGUE TAKEAWAYS
07/07/2025

The Golden State Warriors have started 1-1 at the California Classic, with plenty to discuss including the debuts of Will Richard and Taran Armstrong over the past two days. Plus, the latest on Jonathan Kuminga and Al Horford as the Warriors remain quiet on the free agency front.


SHOCK TEAM EMERGES IN POTENTIAL JONATHAN KUMINGA SIGN-AND-TRADE...
07/04/2025

Tune into the live stream after day four of free agency as we spoke more about Jonathan Kuminga's future and the latest on the Golden State Warriors forward, including reported interest from the Washington Wizards and what a sign-and-trade could look like.

Plus, more across the free agency landscape including the latest on Al Horford as the Warriors pursue the veteran big man!


THE KINGS CANNOT BE SERIOUS WITH THIS JONATHAN KUMINGA OFFER...
07/03/2025

Tune into a live reaction regarding all the speculation surrounding Jonathan Kuminga on Wednesday night (U.S. Time), including the Kings reported offer to the Warriors that had social media in meltdown.


FREE AGENCY DAY 2 REACTION: WARRIORS EYEING DAMIAN LILLARD & JK WAIT CONTINUES...
07/02/2025

Day two of NBA free agency was dominated by the Milwaukee Bucks decision to sign Myles Turner away from Indiana and stunningly waive Damian Lillard in the process. 

The Warriors have reportedly already reached out to Dame, but should they actually have interest in bringing him home to the Bay? Plus, the waiting game continues on Jonathan Kuminga and Al Horford...


FREE AGENCY DAY 1 REACTION: WARRIORS LOSE LOON, HAVE INTEREST IN HORFORD & JK REMAINS UNCERTAIN...
07/01/2025

The Golden State Warriors lost beloved veteran Kevon Looney to the New Orleans Pelicans, while failing to make any move themselves in a slow first day of free agency for the franchise.

Jonathan Kuminga's future remains up in the air, while Al Horford is now the biggest player to watch with reports Golden State are heavily interested in the Boston Celtics big man.

Tune into this replay of the live stream as we discuss Loon's legendary career with the Warriors, the latest on Kuminga and potential sign-and-trade scenarios, as well as the potential addition of...


WARRIORS FREE AGENCY PREVIEW! WHAT HAPPENS WITH JONATHAN KUMINGA?
06/29/2025

With free agency less than 48 hours away, the eyes of Golden State Warriors fans are centered on the future of Jonathan Kuminga and what the franchise is planning with the young forward.

In this episode, a Kuminga sign-and-trade proposal that would bring two regularly mentioned trade targets to the Bay, plus exploring other potential targets for the Warriors in free agency!


WARRIORS SELECT AN AUSSIE AS PART OF SURPRISE DRAFT DAY MOVES!
06/27/2025

Multiple trades have seen the Golden State Warriors end up with the 52nd and 56th overall picks in the second-round of the 2025 NBA Draft, with the franchise selecting Australian forward Alex Toohey and Florida national championship winner Will Richard.

What can we expect from Golden State's latest additions, and what might it mean for some other players in potential roster moves over the coming weeks?


TWO OBVIOUS WARRIORS TRADE TARGETS AFTER HUGE HOLIDAY/POOLE MOVES…
06/24/2025

*Podcast recorded before news of Kristaps Porzingis' move to the Atlanta Hawks...Incredibly frustrating but still some worthy discussion

Former Warrior Jordan Poole is on the move again, this time to the New Orleans Pelicans in a deal that validates Golden State's decision to trade the young guard two years ago.

But how exactly does it impact the Warriors now, and what trade targets could emerge from the Poole trade and that of Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers?


THUNDER ARE CHAMPS & WHAT KD TRADE MEANS FOR JONATHAN KUMINGA AND THE WARRIORS…
06/23/2025

All the instant reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s clinching of the 2025 NBA championship, including Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating injury and what it might prove about the Golden State Warriors’ handling of Stephen Curry’s hamstring strain.

Plus, a look at the huge Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets and how it impacts the Warriors specifically in regard to Jonathan Kuminga and a potential free agency acquisition…


THIS JONATHAN KUMINGA SIGN-AND-TRADE MIGHT ACTUALLY MAKE SENSE…
06/21/2025

On this episode, a quick recap of Game 6 of the NBA Finals and more names floated as potential targets for the Golden State Warriors this offseason. 

Plus, the one player who might make sense for the Warriors to acquire in a Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade scenario.


GAME 5 FINALS REACTION + LATEST ON KUMINGA, JACKSON & MORE!
06/17/2025

All the instant reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 5 victory over the Indiana Pacers, including the disappointment of Tyrese Haliburton's performance and the brilliance of Jalen Williams.

Plus, more on the Warriors offseason starting with the latest on Jonathan Kuminga, along with the potential acquisitions of Jaren Jackson Jr. and/or Al Horford.


WARRIORS HAVE OBVIOUS OFFER FOR JAREN JACKSON JR. AFTER SHOCK DESMOND BANE TRADE!
06/16/2025

The NBA's newest shock trade is upon us with confirmation that the Memphis Grizzlies have stunningly moved Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and a first-round pick swap!

What does it mean for both teams, and what does it mean for the Golden State Warriors who now have an obvious offer to put forward for Jaren Jackson Jr. if the Grizzlies are contemplating an even bigger re-tooling...


Kuminga’s Next Contract, Post Leap of Faith & More on Warriors Center Spot
06/13/2025

The Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga could be set for an interesting contract structure that would mitigate some risks for the franchise going forward.

However, the Warriors might be set on a huge leap of faith in Quinten Post as speculation mounts on a close rival looking to steal Kevon Looney in free agency.


Giannis & KD Latest, Lopez Update + Two Former Top Four Picks Warriors Should Target!
06/11/2025

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant may not be making their way to the Golden State Warriors this offseason, but their futures could undoubtedly have a big impact on the franchise based on recent reporting.

Plus, the latest on Lauri Markkanen, Brook Lopez and how the Warriors could capitalize on trade scenarios surrounding the draft and a pair of former top four picks!


WHY THESE NBA FINALS ARE DESTINED FOR DISAPPOINTMENT...
06/05/2025

There's been only four Game 7's in the NBA Finals this century, so will Warrior and other neutral fans get to enjoy a fifth when the Oklahoma City Thunder face the Indiana Pacers?

As much as we may wish for that to happen, all the history and signs point to this being a one-sided Finals matchup...


WARRIORS HEADED FOR SHOCK ANDREW WIGGINS REUNION?
06/03/2025

The Miami Heat have emerged as a potential team for Jonathan Kuminga, raising suggestions that the Golden State Warriors could look to reunite with former All-Star Andrew Wiggins.

However, CBA rules means that a Kuminga-Wiggins swap wouldn't be so simple this offseason, with the complexity of the entire situation suggesting the young Warrior forward could remain with the franchise. 


WARRIORS ARE HEADED FOR AN INCREDIBLY RISKY JONATHAN KUMINGA DECISION...
05/30/2025

The Golden State Warriors will explore sign-and-trade scenarios involving Jonathan Kuminga this summer, but the latest reports suggests they’re actually headed for an incredibly risky decision on the former seventh overall pick.

Plus later in the episode, looking at more center options for the Warriors that you guys brought up earlier in the week!


10 BIG MEN THE WARRIORS COULD TARGET THIS OFFSEASON!
05/27/2025

With the Golden State Warriors looking to add more size across the roster this offseason, exactly what they do with the center position is fascinating ahead of free agency.

Let's have a look at 10 big men the Warriors could target via trade or free agency this offseason, each of which come at different price points and with their own positives and negatives.


STEVE KERR SIGNALS THE END OF JONATHAN KUMINGA'S TIME WITH THE WARRIORS...
05/23/2025

Steve Kerr has been open and honest in regard to Jonathan Kuminga over recent days, with his comments suggesting that the Warriors are ready to part ways with the talented young forward as he prepares to hit restricted free agency.


LOPEZ, PORZINGIS, VUCEVIC, CARTER JR. AND MORE CENTER OPTIONS WARRIORS COULD CONSIDER...
05/19/2025

A huge live stream looking at the latest on Jonathan Kuminga's future, who the Warriors could get in a potential sign-and-trade, and whether Giannis Antetokounmpo could actually become available for Golden State.

Plus, a deep look at the center position and who the Warriors could target in free agency or via the trade market! 


WHAT NEXT FOR GOLDEN STATE AFTER PLAYOFF ELIMINATION? (WARRIORS VS. TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE)
05/15/2025

A 121-110 Game 5 loss has seen Golden State Warriors eliminated from the NBA Playoffs, with an immediate look ahead to how the franchise can return bigger (literally) and better next season.

Brandin Podziemski and Jonathan Kuminga combined for 54 points on Wednesday, but their futures are talking points as the latter prepares for restricted free agency. Plus, as the Warriors look to build around Stephen Curry, is anyone safe including veterans Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green?


JIMMY AND DRAY NO-SHOWS PUT GOLDEN STATE'S SEASON ON LIFE SUPPORT (WARRIORS V WOLVES POST-GAME LIVE)
05/13/2025

The Golden State Warriors now find themselves down 3-1 and are in desperate trouble after a 117-110 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. 

Jonathan Kuminga produced a huge first-half that had the Warriors in front, but Jimmy Butler's passiveness and Draymond Green's inability to impact defensively were rather inexcusable elements from a second-straight home loss.

Plenty discussed from this game, the shock results of the NBA Draft Lottery, and a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade on this post-game live!


JONATHAN KUMINGA'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE WASN'T ENOUGH...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE)
05/11/2025

Jonathan Kuminga delivered a breakout playoff performance with 30 points, and Jimmy Butler added a team-high 33, but it wasn't enough as the Golden State Warriors suffered a Game 3 defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Chase Center on Saturday.

Plenty to talk about on Kuminga's game, Butler's immense outing though he faded down the stretch, and perhaps the pivotal moment of the game in the third-quarter when Draymond Green picked up his fourth foul.


KUMINGA AND TJD MAKE A STATEMENT DESPITE BLOWOUT LOSS...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE)
05/09/2025

Playing without the injured Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors predictably struggled offensively in a 117-93 Game 2 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Thursday.

But as Steve Kerr tried all 14 of his available players in the first-half, the Warriors may have made a couple of important rotation discoveries with positive performances from young pair Jonathan Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis.


GOLDEN STATE WIN GAME 1 BATTLE BUT MAY HAVE LOST THE WAR...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE)
05/07/2025

The Golden State Warriors recorded an impressive Game 1 road victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, but it came at a cost as Stephen Curry left with a hamstring strain in the second-quarter.

While veterans Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green and Buddy Hield were again big for the Warriors in a 99-88 win, all attention turns to Curry and what could be a series-defining injury.


BUDDY HIELD JUST STUNNED THE ROCKETS WITH THE GAME OF HIS LIFE! (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
05/05/2025

Buddy Hield has produced the performance of his life for the Golden State Warriors in Game 7, pouring in 33 points to help his team to a 103-89 victory over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Sunday.

While Hield was the big story, the Warrior defense was just as big a factor led by Draymond Green's huge performance guarding Alperun Sengun. Plenty on that, Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Jonathan Kuminga's minutes and a whole lot more as Golden State now fly to Minnesota to face the Timberwolves in Game 1 on Tuesday!


GOLDEN STATE ARE IN DEEP TROUBLE AND WITH NO REAL ANSWERS...(WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
05/03/2025

After blowing the opportunity to close out the series on their home floor, the Golden State Warriors now face a do-or-die Game 7 against the Houston Rockets on the road at Toyota Center on Sunday.

Are there any moves for Steve Kerr to make, or have the last two games simply exposed the flaws in the Warrior roster? Where do your confidence levels sit in Golden State being able to respond after back-to-back losses?


GOLDEN STATE STARS CHOOSE NOT TO SHOW UP FOR GAME 5...(WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
05/01/2025

From the opening minutes it appeared obvious the Golden State Warriors weren't prepared for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets, with Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green each struggling in a 131-116 defeat.

Despite the blowout loss, there were a couple of silver linings for the Warriors as a fourth-quarter fight back forced Ime Udoka into bringing back his starters. Does Moses Moody's team-high 25 points mean much moving forward, and can Golden State now respond heading back to the Bay for Game 6?


PLAYOFF JIMMY RETURNS, PODZ FIRES & DRAY COMES UP CLUTCH! (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/29/2025

A huge post-game live after the Golden State Warriors take a 3-1 series lead with a 109-106 win over the Houston Rockets at Chase Center on Monday night!

Plenty to chat about including the fourth-quarter heroics of Jimmy Butler, the arguably best game of Brandin Podziemski's career, and Draymond Green's mixed night that finished with a clutch defensive stop on Alperun Sengun.

Plus later on, some discussion on what the Warriors should be looking to do in the offseason, as well as some off-topic conversations on Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and other movies...


STEPH MASTERCLASS, GPII HEROICS & QUINTEN POST LEARNS TO REBOUND (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/27/2025

The Golden State Warriors have taken a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets with a huge 104-93 win on Saturday night despite the absence of Jimmy Butler.

Stephen Curry put on a masterclass with 36 points, seven rebounds and nine assists, but it was the ability of Gary Payton II to take advantage of Curry's gravity down the stretch that allowed the Warriors to pull away in the fourth-quarter. Buddy Hield's 17-point performance also drew plenty of positives and negatives, while Quinten Post's career-high 12 rebounds is also a huge talking point despite shooting 1-of-7 from the floor.<...


ALL ATTENTION TO JIMMY BUTLER'S HEALTH AFTER GAME 2 INJURY... (WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/24/2025

The Golden State Warriors suffered a 109-94 defeat to the Houston Rockets in Game 2 at Toyota Center on Wednesday night, but their main focus will be on the health of Jimmy Butler after the 6x All-Star left the game following a nasty fall in the first-quarter.

Between Butler's injury and Brandin Podziemski being significantly impacted by illness, is there too much to take from the game as the series heads to the Bay delicately poised at 1-1?


HOW CAN GOLDEN STATE FIX REBOUNDING WOES DESPITE GAME 1 WIN? (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/21/2025

The Golden State Warriors have stolen home-court advantage in their first-round series against the Houston Rockets, claiming a 95-85 victory in Game 1 at Toyota Center thanks to 56 combined points from Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler.

After the Warriors built a 23-point lead halfway through the third-quarter, the Rockets came storming back thanks to a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Is there an answer for Golden State's rebounding woes, or is simply a case of hoping their offensive shot-making is enough as it was on Sunday?


HOW GOLDEN STATE CAN TAKE DOWN HOUSTON IN FIRST-ROUND! (WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS SERIES PREVIEW)
04/20/2025

The 2025 NBA Playoffs are officially underway with a slate of four games that sprung some surprises on Saturday.

After a brief look at those games, attention turns to a tantalizing first-round series between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets starting at Toyota Center on Sunday. 

What do the Warriors need to do to advance? Let me know your thoughts in the YouTube comments or via @pok252 on X/Twitter!


PLAYOFF JIMMY ARRIVES AS GOLDEN STATE CLINCH SEVENTH-SEED! (WARRIORS V GRIZZLIES POST-GAME LIVE)
04/16/2025

The Golden State Warriors have officially clinched the seventh-seed in the NBA's Western Conference, having held of a second-half fightback from the Memphis Grizzlies to record a 121-116 win at Chase Center.

Plenty to discuss on this post-game live -- the brilliance of Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, the mind-boggling officiating down the stretch, the form of Golden State's younger players, Steve Kerr's rotation, and a quick look ahead to a first-round series against the Houston Rockets.


PLAY-IN BECKONS FOR GOLDEN STATE AFTER OVERTIME HEARTBREAK... (WARRIORS V CLIPPERS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/14/2025

The Golden State Warriors will have to go through the Play-In Tournament to secure their playoff berth after a heartbreaking 124-119 loss to the L.A. Clippers on Sunday afternoon at Chase Center.

From Draymond Green's painful layup attempt and Buddy Hield's missed three, to the performances of Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, and Jonathan Kuminga's benching amid a controversial rotation, there were so many talking points to go through on this post-game live!


GOLDEN STATE'S PLAYOFF SCENARIO BECOMES VERY SIMPLE...(WARRIORS VS. TRAIL BLAZERS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/12/2025

After an uninspiring but comfortable 103-86 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night, the equation has become very simple for the Golden State Warriors -- win against the L.A. Clippers on Sunday and clinch the sixth-seed, or otherwise fall to seventh and host a Play-In game.

Stephen Curry battled through a slightly concerning thumb issue against the Trail Blazers, but Jimmy Butler (24 points) and Buddy Hield (16) stepped up in the 17-point road win!


HARRISON BARNES SINKS GOLDEN STATE DOWN TO THE SEVENTH-SEED...(WARRIORS VS. SPURS POST-GAME LIVE)
04/10/2025

The Golden State Warriors have been left stunned by a buzzer-beating game-winning three from Harrison Barnes, with a 114-111 San Antonio Spurs victory at Chase Center dropping the hosts to the dreaded seventh-seed in the Western Conference standings.

After one of their worst losses of the season, the Warriors will now have to beat the Portland Trail Blazers and L.A. Clippers, and hope other results go their way in order to avoid the dreaded Play-In Tournament and secure a playoff berth.