Locked On Warriors – Daily Podcast On The Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors face a key draft decision: will elite rebounding prospect Hannes Steinbach be their answer at pick 11? With the Warriors lacking size and rebounding presence, can Steinbach’s Big Ten dominance and overseas pedigree make him the next foundational big man in the Bay Area? Chuck Walter unpackS Steinbach’s strengths: relentless rebounding instincts, polished offensive skill set,...

Chuck Walter explores Dub Nation’s reaction to LeBron free agency rumors, examines the Warriors’ glaring need for fresh talent, and spotlights Labaron Philon as a rising draft target at pick 11. Special guest Luke Robinson shares inside perspective on Philon’s explosive game, elite handle, and NBA potential. Key topics include the Warriors’ draft strategy, Filon’s comparison to Tony Parker, shooti...

LeBron James playing his final seasons in San Francisco is starting to pick up steam. Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report is the latest NBA Commentator to predict that the Warriors longtime nemesis could join forces with Steph Curry. Would the Warriors roster be good enough to compete? Chuck Walter explains why this trade is truly their only way to accomplish what they're looking to do, which is compet...

Giannis is likely going to be traded in the next few weeks, and while the smoke has settled around him joining the Warriors, that doesn't mean his departure won't impact the Dubs in some way. Chuck Walter breaks down how the trade could change the Warriors outlook this offseason, plus a look into the biggest sleeper in this year's draft.  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to...

Golden State Warriors eye a franchise-shaping decision at No. 11 in the NBA Draft. Which prospect should they take? Yaxel Lindeberg, Cameron Carr, or Karim Lopez?  Key insights cover the tension between maximizing Curry's remaining years and building for 2027, the ramifications of keeping or moving Kristaps Porzingis, and why draft-day choice may be the Warriors’ most consequential moves this offs...

Golden State Warriors fans face mounting frustration as the front office’s missed opportunities threaten Stephen Curry’s championship window. Should the team have traded Klay Thompson or acquired more high-impact draft picks? Chuck Walter highlights how the Warriors’ reluctance to embrace youth and bold moves has left them trailing innovative franchises like the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City...

Golden State Warriors hunt for offseason bargains as roster overhaul looms. Could acquiring underrated talent like Ayo Dosunmu, Keon Ellis, or Coby White be the key to revitalizing Stephen Curry’s championship window?    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more...

Golden State Warriors search for the next franchise cornerstone intensifies as uncertainty looms over Stephen Curry’s successor. Can the Warriors uncover their own Jalen Brunson in the upcoming free agency or draft to regain contender status? The conversation centers on potential impact players like Collin Sexton, Kobe White, Quentin Grimes, and Anfernee Simons—all candidates who could thrive in b...

Golden State Warriors face a pivotal offseason after the Jimmy Butler trade, with financial constraints and roster balance at the center of the conversation. Are the Warriors destined for a top-heavy lineup featuring stars like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Kristaps Porziņģis, or can they find the right mix of talent while staying under critical apron numbers? The tricky calculus of bird rights...

Golden State Warriors weigh risky free agency moves as Collin Sexton and Anfernee Simons surface as top targets. Would adding another high-scoring, defensively-challenged guard be a catastrophic mistake or the bench spark the Warriors need? Chuck Walter breaks down why neither Sexton nor Simons guarantees a postseason leap and questions if chasing either signals a draft-day shift toward bigger, mo...

Golden State Warriors eye frontcourt transformation as potential NBA Draft targets emerge. Could Michigan's Aday Mara or Washington's Hannes Steinbach become the answer to the Warriors' size and interior scoring woes? Chuck Walter and Kylen Mills break down the strengths, weaknesses, and NBA fit of these standout Big Ten big men, exploring Mara's elite passing and rim protection against Steinbeck'...

Golden State Warriors brace for a franchise-defining summer as the 2027 offseason looms, promising unprecedented roster flexibility and potential superstar shakeups. With salary cap space opening up and names like Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green at career crossroads, can the Warriors attract elite talent or risk falling into mediocrity?  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode,...

Golden State Warriors shift gears as hopes for landing Giannis Antetokounmpo fade. Can a trade with the Washington Wizards offer the depth and positional size needed to maximize Stephen Curry’s remaining prime? Chuck Walter explores the Warriors’ options in a summer with no “big fish” acquisitions, analyzing trade scenarios around Bilal Coulibaly, Will Riley, and Kyshawn George, and whether Golden...

Golden State Warriors seek to restore organizational alignment after a tumultuous season, but is Steve Kerr’s renewed commitment enough to spark a turnaround? With Steph Curry still anchoring the team and pressing questions about balancing veteran stars with youth, the Warriors’ offseason strategy takes center stage. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join...

The Golden State Warriors have huge roster decisions to make this summer, including what to do about the now extension eligible Brandin Podziemski. Chuck Walter breaks down why he believes the draft pick will signal Podziemski's future in the Bay Are Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our...

Golden State Warriors' front office insists the current roster can still compete—but is that belief holding the team back? Mike Dunleavy claims the roster is not to blame for last season’s struggles, pointing instead to injuries and controllable factors, while Steve Kerr admits the championship window has closed unless dramatic changes are made. Can the Dubs find a path back to contention by stick...

Golden State Warriors confront a pivotal offseason as Steve Kerr outlines the urgent fixes needed for another NBA title push. With turnovers spiking and the team’s collective age presenting new challenges, can the Warriors rediscover their championship edge? Roster shifts loom as assistant coaches exit, sparking speculation about Andre Iguodala possibly stepping in, while former assistant Willie G...

Golden State Warriors face a pivotal NBA Draft as debate swirls: should they gamble on upside or trade their coveted 11th pick for win-now talent? Chuck Walter spotlights Baba Miller as a second-round steal, pushing for the Warriors to target the versatile 6’11” facilitating forward after his breakout combine. Analysis heats up around the Warriors’ draft-day strategies, potential trade scenarios f...

Could Jimmy Butler be on the move this offseason? Chuck Walter and Matt Kolsky break it down, plus debate whether the Warriors should use or trade the 11th overall pick.  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here t...

Golden State Warriors signal intent to still win by locking in Steve Kerr through 2028. Is a new Warriors core brewing as Steph Curry's extension now seems inevitable? Chuck Walter breaks down what Kerr's new deal means for the franchise, spotlighting the urgent need for roster reinvention. Key discussions include the Warriors’ NBA Draft lottery hopes, upcoming decisions on veterans versus youth,...

Golden State Warriors face a pivotal offseason as rumors swirl about LeBron James joining forces with Stephen Curry. Could the NBA’s biggest stars team up in the Bay and redefine the Western Conference power structure? Chuck Walter and co-hosts spotlight rising talents like Scoot Henderson, Deni Avdija, and Carter Bryant, dissecting which underutilized prospects could become game-changers for Gold...

Draymond Green’s heated clashes with Austin Rivers and Charles Barkley put the Golden State Warriors back in the spotlight. Is Green’s on-air sharp tongue a distraction or just classic showmanship?  Key segments spotlight Draymond’s role in the Warriors’ uncertain future, how the team defines success as their dynasty wanes, and what’s next if lottery odds shake up the roster. The hosts debate rost...

Golden State Warriors face a pivotal offseason as buzz grows around Steve Kerr’s possible return to the bench. With speculation swirling, can Kerr and Warriors management align on crucial philosophical changes to maximize Steph Curry’s championship window? Chuck Walter and Matt Kolsky debate the benefits and challenges of sticking with Kerr, ponder the franchise’s approach to young player developm...

Steve Kerr faces a crossroads as ESPN aggressively pursues him for a return to NBA broadcasting, while the Golden State Warriors weigh their own franchise future. Should Kerr embrace TV or help lead a Warriors youth movement? Chuck Walter spotlights the shifting dynamics in Kerr's contract talks, the Warriors’ push for greater accountability, and the call for developing young players like GuI Sant...

Gui Santos began the season with DNP's and was an afterthought for this Warriors franchise. By seasons end, Santos was one of the team's most productive players and earned himself a multiyear contract. Chuck Walter reacts to his season and debates how good he can be. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audi...