Month: June 2014

Golden State Warriors Add Alvin Gentry, Ron Adams to Coaching Staff
Mar 4, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Clippers assistant coach Alvin Gentry (right) talks with NBA referee Brian Forte during the game against the Phoenix Suns at the US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 4, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Clippers assistant coach Alvin Gentry (right) talks with NBA referee Brian Forte during the game against the Phoenix Suns at the US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The Golden State Warriors have added two experienced assistant coaches to Steve Kerr’s coaching staff.

On Thursday, the Warriors agreed to a three-year contract with Alvin Gentry to become Kerr’s associate head coach. Gentry was the associate head coach for the Los Angeles Clippers last season. He has more than 30 years of coaching experience, and he even served as a head coach for many NBA teams such as the Miami Heat, Detroit Pistons, the Clippers, and the Phoenix Suns.

Read the full story at Golden Gate Sports.

Should the Golden State Warriors Give Up Klay Thompson for Kevin Love?
Apr 19, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) heads down court after a 3-point basket in the second half of game one of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Warriors won 109-105. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Apr 19, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) heads down court after a 3-point basket in the second half of game one of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Warriors won 109-105. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

The Golden State Warriors have made it clear to the NBA that they will make bold moves and do whatever they can to put themselves in the best position to contend for a title next season. The Warriors could make a big, bold move if they pull off a trade for Kevin Love.

They have been linked to Love in trade rumors for the whole offseason. Originally, there were rumors of the Warriors sending David Lee and Harrison Barnes to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Love, but according to ESPN, the Warriors are now willing to include Klay Thompson in a trade for Love.

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2014 World Cup: Chris Wondolowski Could Start Against Portugal
May 27, 2014; San Francisco, CA, USA; United States forward Chris Wondolowski (18) runs during the first half against Azerbaijan at Candlestick Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

May 27, 2014; San Francisco, CA, USA; United States forward Chris Wondolowski (18) runs during the first half against Azerbaijan at Candlestick Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Team USA might have gotten a big win over Ghana on Monday in the 2014 World Cup, but they also suffered a significant loss. Forward Jozy Altidore suffered a strained left hamstring, which will keep him out of Team USA’s game on Sunday against Portugal. U.S. team spokesman Michael Kammarman did say that they are hopeful that Altidore can return at some point during the World Cup.

Aron Johannsson filled in for Altidore in the second half against Ghana, but San Jose Earthquakes star and Danville native Chris Wondolowski is the other striker on the roster and could possibly start in Altidore’s place on Sunday.

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NBA Finals: Thoughts on the San Antonio Spurs Winning
Jun 15, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs pose for a photo with the Larry O'Brien trophy after the game against the Miami Heat in game five of the 2014 NBA Finals at AT&T Center. The Spurs defeated the Heat 104-87 to win the NBA Finals. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Jun 15, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs pose for a photo with the Larry O’Brien trophy after the game against the Miami Heat in game five of the 2014 NBA Finals at AT&T Center. The Spurs defeated the Heat 104-87 to win the NBA Finals. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Revenge? No. Redemption? Yes.

The San Antonio Spurs are NBA champions. They beat the Miami Heat in the 2014 NBA Finals in five games, after coming so close to winning last year. The Spurs’ mistakes from last year didn’t come back to haunt them. Instead, it motivated them to get back the Finals this season and win.

The Spurs were the best team in the NBA this year. Key word: TEAM. The Spurs deserved to win the NBA title, because they play the right way and with the right principles. They play for each other, they play selflessly, and they make sacrifices for their teammates.

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Golden State Warriors: How Harrison Barnes Can Improve in the Offseason
Apr 16, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Warriors won 116-112. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Apr 16, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Warriors won 116-112. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Harrison Barnes was quite the conundrum for the Golden State Warriors last season. After an impressive display of talent and confidence in the 2013 NBA Playoffs, Barnes had a disappointing season in 2014. Barnes is just 22, but his sophomore slump has led to an influx of harsh critiques and trade rumors.

In his rookie season in 2012-2013, Barnes was the starting small forward for the Warriors. Entering his sophomore season in 2013-2014, Barnes’ starting spot was given to Andre Iguodala. For the first time since his freshman year of high school, Barnes had to come off the bench. This proved to be a significant adjustment for Barnes.

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Golden State Warriors Release 2014 NBA Summer League Schedule
May 20, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Steve Kerr addresses the media in a press conference after being introduced as the new head coach for the Golden State Warriors at the Warriors Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

May 20, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Steve Kerr addresses the media in a press conference after being introduced as the new head coach for the Golden State Warriors at the Warriors Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

The Golden State Warriors have announced their game schedule for the 2014 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Their first game is on Friday July 11th against the Charlotte Hornets, their second game is on Saturday July 12th against the Phoenix Suns, and their third game is on Monday July 14th against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Read the full story at Golden Gate Sports.