Monte Poole
@montepoole.bsky.social
Newspaper sports columnist turned NBA/Warriors Insider on NBC Sports Bay Area. Willing to meet at the intersection of Sports, Culture and Society, usually via ‘Race in America: A Candid Conversation’ on NBCSBA.
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Warriors down 66-49 at halftime in Denver
Jonathan Kuminga is scoreless as a -22 in 16 minutes
Brandin Podziemski is a -18 with 2 points
Jonathan Kuminga is scoreless as a -22 in 16 minutes
Brandin Podziemski is a -18 with 2 points
November 8, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Warriors down 66-49 at halftime in Denver
Jonathan Kuminga is scoreless as a -22 in 16 minutes
Brandin Podziemski is a -18 with 2 points
Jonathan Kuminga is scoreless as a -22 in 16 minutes
Brandin Podziemski is a -18 with 2 points
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The Warriors come into this season determined to rejoin the NBA revolution they started 10 years ago but recently has left them behind (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
Warriors rejoin floor-spacing revolution they started years ago as 2025-26 NBA season begins
The Golden State Warriors come into this season determined to rejoin the NBA revolution they started 10 years ago but recently has left them behind.
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October 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The Warriors come into this season determined to rejoin the NBA revolution they started 10 years ago but recently has left them behind (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
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History tells the Warriors that they will fail, perhaps miserably, in their quest to win another championship.
But that's what drives Steph Curry entering Year 17,
@montepoole.bsky.social writes
But that's what drives Steph Curry entering Year 17,
@montepoole.bsky.social writes
Warriors' long odds, outside dismissal put Steph Curry in comfort zone entering 17th NBA season
The phrase “you can’t” is what drives 37-year-old Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry entering Year 17.
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October 21, 2025 at 3:49 PM
History tells the Warriors that they will fail, perhaps miserably, in their quest to win another championship.
But that's what drives Steph Curry entering Year 17,
@montepoole.bsky.social writes
But that's what drives Steph Curry entering Year 17,
@montepoole.bsky.social writes
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On the latest episode of Dubs Talk, myself, @bontahill.bsky.social and @montepoole.bsky.social broke down the Warriors’ win over the Lakers to open the preseason, plus @kerithburke.bsky.social has exclusive interviews with Steve Kerr and Al Horford
Steve Kerr exclusive: Warriors coach excited for Al Horford's fit alongside Steph Curry | Dubs Talk
Podcast Episode · Dubs Talk: A Golden State Warriors Podcast · 10/07/2025 · 38m
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October 7, 2025 at 4:04 PM
On the latest episode of Dubs Talk, myself, @bontahill.bsky.social and @montepoole.bsky.social broke down the Warriors’ win over the Lakers to open the preseason, plus @kerithburke.bsky.social has exclusive interviews with Steve Kerr and Al Horford
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Steph came out firing as the Warriors took down the Lakers.
@daltonjohnson.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from tonight's preseason opener ⬇️
@daltonjohnson.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from tonight's preseason opener ⬇️
What we learned as Steph Curry dominates in Warriors' preseason-opening victory over Lakers
Steph Curry picked up right where he left off in the Golden State Warriors’ preseason win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night at Chase Center.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Steph came out firing as the Warriors took down the Lakers.
@daltonjohnson.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from tonight's preseason opener ⬇️
@daltonjohnson.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from tonight's preseason opener ⬇️
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Al Horford demonstrated how he can elevate the Warriors after making a strong first impression in tonight's preseason opener (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
Al Horford demonstrates how he can elevate Warriors' ceiling in preseason-opening win vs. Lakers
Warriors center Al Horford demonstrated how he can help take Golden State to the next level with a strong preseason debut vs. the Los Angeles Lakers.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Al Horford demonstrated how he can elevate the Warriors after making a strong first impression in tonight's preseason opener (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
Can't help wondering if millions of us are too lazy (or indifferent) to reeeally understand what comes with fascism?
October 5, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Can't help wondering if millions of us are too lazy (or indifferent) to reeeally understand what comes with fascism?
Warriors questionable for preseason opener vs Lakers on Sunday: Jimmy Butler III (ankle) and Trayce Jackson-Davis (R thumb)
October 4, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Warriors questionable for preseason opener vs Lakers on Sunday: Jimmy Butler III (ankle) and Trayce Jackson-Davis (R thumb)
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The journey to this Warriors roster was long and at times dusty, but Mike Dunleavy and the front office's patience was rewarded (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
Warriors' long, exhaustive NBA offseason journey ends with series of good free-agent moves
The Golden State Warriors' long NBA offseason ended with a series of free-agent moves that strengthen the roster.
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October 1, 2025 at 10:44 PM
The journey to this Warriors roster was long and at times dusty, but Mike Dunleavy and the front office's patience was rewarded (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
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All three of the Warriors' veteran roster additions should be beneficial, but they each come with pros and cons.
@montepoole.bsky.social examines ⤵️
@montepoole.bsky.social examines ⤵️
Weighing pros, cons of Warriors' three new veteran roster additions for 2025-26 NBA season
NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole breaks down the pros and cons of the Golden State Warriors' three veteran offseason additions.
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October 2, 2025 at 1:50 AM
All three of the Warriors' veteran roster additions should be beneficial, but they each come with pros and cons.
@montepoole.bsky.social examines ⤵️
@montepoole.bsky.social examines ⤵️
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An emergeny episode of Dubs Talk with myself, @bontahill.bsky.social l and @montepoole.bsky.social to discuss Jonathan Kuminga's return to the Warriors is airing right now on NBC Sports Bay Area
October 1, 2025 at 5:03 AM
An emergeny episode of Dubs Talk with myself, @bontahill.bsky.social l and @montepoole.bsky.social to discuss Jonathan Kuminga's return to the Warriors is airing right now on NBC Sports Bay Area
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A long, dry summer between Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors ended today in compromise.
@montepoole.bsky.social details how the saga's conclusion impacts Golden State moving forward ⬇️
@montepoole.bsky.social details how the saga's conclusion impacts Golden State moving forward ⬇️
What end of Jonathan Kuminga's months-long summer standoff means for Warriors moving forward
The Golden State Warriors gained plenty by signing Jonathan Kuminga to a new contract, but they also lost a whole summer.
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October 1, 2025 at 3:59 AM
A long, dry summer between Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors ended today in compromise.
@montepoole.bsky.social details how the saga's conclusion impacts Golden State moving forward ⬇️
@montepoole.bsky.social details how the saga's conclusion impacts Golden State moving forward ⬇️
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Draymond Green is determined to prove he still has the goods to embellish his status as an elite defensive force, @montepoole.bsky.social writes
Warriors' Draymond Green sets out on 2025-26 NBA season quest to prove he's still elite defensively
Draymond Green is looking to make a statement during the Golden State Warriors' 2025-26 NBA season.
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September 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Draymond Green is determined to prove he still has the goods to embellish his status as an elite defensive force, @montepoole.bsky.social writes
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Jimmy Butler knows what he’s here for and sees last season’s short-lived success as just a taste of what’s to come (via @daltonjohnson.bsky.social)
Warriors veterans, youngsters excited for first full NBA season of the Jimmy Butler experience
The Golden State Warriors are looking forward to the full 2025-26 NBA season with star forward Jimmy Butler.
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September 29, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Jimmy Butler knows what he’s here for and sees last season’s short-lived success as just a taste of what’s to come (via @daltonjohnson.bsky.social)
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Steph Curry explained why he's "extremely happy" with how the Warriors' roster is shaping up
Why Steph Curry is 'extremely happy' with Warriors' presumed roster entering 2025-26 NBA season
Star Warriors point guard Steph Curry is feeling confident about Golden State's roster for the 2025-26 NBA season.
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September 29, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Steph Curry explained why he's "extremely happy" with how the Warriors' roster is shaping up
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Jonathan Kuminga's absence is the last thing Golden State veterans wanted to address at Warriors Media Day.
But they had no choice in what @montepoole.bsky.social describes as an astonishing scenario:
But they had no choice in what @montepoole.bsky.social describes as an astonishing scenario:
Golden State veterans forced to address Jonathan Kuminga cloud hanging over Warriors Media Day
Golden State veterans Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler had no choice but to address Jonathan Kuminga's absence at Warriors Media Day.
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September 29, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Jonathan Kuminga's absence is the last thing Golden State veterans wanted to address at Warriors Media Day.
But they had no choice in what @montepoole.bsky.social describes as an astonishing scenario:
But they had no choice in what @montepoole.bsky.social describes as an astonishing scenario:
From a recent visit to San Francisco's fantastic House of Prime Rib. Always could feel the warmth of Joe Betz, even if he wasn't on the premises. Joe was kind, good-natured and philanthropic. Passed away a few days ago. Was 86. May he rest in the peace he so richly deserves.
September 24, 2025 at 8:38 PM
From a recent visit to San Francisco's fantastic House of Prime Rib. Always could feel the warmth of Joe Betz, even if he wasn't on the premises. Joe was kind, good-natured and philanthropic. Passed away a few days ago. Was 86. May he rest in the peace he so richly deserves.
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As part of one of the more unique days in NBA free agency that I can remember, Jonathan Kuminga’s agent Aaron Turner will join myself and @montepoole.bsky.social for a special episode of Dubs Talk later today @nbcswarriors.bsky.social
Stay tuned
Stay tuned
September 19, 2025 at 3:42 PM
As part of one of the more unique days in NBA free agency that I can remember, Jonathan Kuminga’s agent Aaron Turner will join myself and @montepoole.bsky.social for a special episode of Dubs Talk later today @nbcswarriors.bsky.social
Stay tuned
Stay tuned
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The Valkyries, after their heartbreaking playoff series loss, took a moment to recognize their historical accomplishment this season (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
Valkyries lose their first-round playoff series vs. Lynx, but win special inaugural WNBA season
The Golden State Valkyries' inaugural 2025 WNBA season is one they should cherish after their heartbreaking playoff exit.
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September 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
The Valkyries, after their heartbreaking playoff series loss, took a moment to recognize their historical accomplishment this season (via @montepoole.bsky.social)
After winning the third quarter, pushing their lead to 14, Valkyries are reeling in the fourth. Lynx with a 9-0 run, forcing GS timeout.
63-58, 7:12 left
63-58, 7:12 left
September 18, 2025 at 3:55 AM
After winning the third quarter, pushing their lead to 14, Valkyries are reeling in the fourth. Lynx with a 9-0 run, forcing GS timeout.
63-58, 7:12 left
63-58, 7:12 left
Halftime: Valkyries 41, Lynx 28
-Valkyries defense aggressive, disruptive, leading MIN to 34.3/15.4 pct shooting splits
-Napheesa Collier with 12 pts, but -12 in 19 minutes
-Valkyries at 55.2/63.6, Janelle Salaun team-high 9, Monique Billings with 8
-Valkyries defense aggressive, disruptive, leading MIN to 34.3/15.4 pct shooting splits
-Napheesa Collier with 12 pts, but -12 in 19 minutes
-Valkyries at 55.2/63.6, Janelle Salaun team-high 9, Monique Billings with 8
September 18, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Halftime: Valkyries 41, Lynx 28
-Valkyries defense aggressive, disruptive, leading MIN to 34.3/15.4 pct shooting splits
-Napheesa Collier with 12 pts, but -12 in 19 minutes
-Valkyries at 55.2/63.6, Janelle Salaun team-high 9, Monique Billings with 8
-Valkyries defense aggressive, disruptive, leading MIN to 34.3/15.4 pct shooting splits
-Napheesa Collier with 12 pts, but -12 in 19 minutes
-Valkyries at 55.2/63.6, Janelle Salaun team-high 9, Monique Billings with 8
Golden State Valkyries come out with the level of desperation required to stay with Lynx, take 27-19 lead into second quarter of Game 2.
Shooting 66.7 pct, holding MIN to 44.4.
Ball movement? Yup. 8 dimes on 10 FGs
Shooting 66.7 pct, holding MIN to 44.4.
Ball movement? Yup. 8 dimes on 10 FGs
September 18, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Golden State Valkyries come out with the level of desperation required to stay with Lynx, take 27-19 lead into second quarter of Game 2.
Shooting 66.7 pct, holding MIN to 44.4.
Ball movement? Yup. 8 dimes on 10 FGs
Shooting 66.7 pct, holding MIN to 44.4.
Ball movement? Yup. 8 dimes on 10 FGs
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The messaging from Jonathan Kuminga and his agent Aaron Turner, as @anthonyvslater.bsky.social reported, is they're all-in if the team option becomes a player option on the new three-year offer that's worth around $75 million. Done deal
The Warriors have been unwilling to do a player option
The Warriors have been unwilling to do a player option
September 16, 2025 at 8:47 PM
The messaging from Jonathan Kuminga and his agent Aaron Turner, as @anthonyvslater.bsky.social reported, is they're all-in if the team option becomes a player option on the new three-year offer that's worth around $75 million. Done deal
The Warriors have been unwilling to do a player option
The Warriors have been unwilling to do a player option
Ok, Bud and Canelo. Let's get it on!!
September 14, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Ok, Bud and Canelo. Let's get it on!!