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Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors

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Golden State Warriors
Steph Curry
NBA
Draymond Green
Jonathan Kuminga
Jimmy Butler
NBA Playoffs
Klay Thompson
Houston Rockets
Steve Kerr
Andrew Wiggins
Chris Paul
Minnesota Timberwolves
Stephen Curry
Sacramento Kings
Jonathan Kaminga
NBA Draft
Oklahoma City Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers
Moses Moody

Warriors Plus Minus is the definitive weekly podcast on the Golden State Warriors, hosted by Tim Kawakami, Marcus Thompson, and Nick Friedell.

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Latest Episodes

The Valkyries head into the break with their nine-game winning streak snapped. But did they show enough to think they can really win a championship? Have they won enough for Valkyries GM Ohemaa Nyanin to say "I told you so"? Marcus Thompson of The At... more

Heading into the showdown with Indiana, the fifth and final game on Golden State's road trip, the Valkyries find themselves battling for first place in the league. Jordan Robinson, author of Court Queens and co-host of the Girls Tripp podcast on Road... more

Danny Emerman of the S.F. Standard joins the show to discuss the Warriors storylines from the Las Vegas Summer League. After two games, it's all Yaxel Lendeborg's world. But L.J. Cryer also looks ready for a larger role. But he's found himself in com... more

The five-game road trip is off to a 2-0 start after beating Atlanta a third time and suffocating the Washington Mystics. The Valkyries sit a half game out of the best record in the league with two sub-.500 teams coming up. Back-up guard Kaitlyn Chen ... more

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Recent Guests

Danny Emerman
Contributor, SF Standard
SF Standard
Episode: Yaxel, L.J. Cryer Shine at Summer League
Kaitlyn Chen
Valkyries point guard, expansion team player
Valkyries (team)
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Valkyries Remain Hot with Guest Kaitlyn Chen
Yaxel Lendeborg
Basketball player drafted 11th by the Warriors
Golden State Warriors
Episode: Did the Warriors Get What They Needed at No. 11?
Kendra Andrews
ESPN senior superstar, women's basketball reporter
ESPN
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Angel Reese, Dream take on Ballhalla
Sam Vecenie
Draft expert, The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Should the Warriors Trade Up? For Brayden Burries?
Jane Kenny
Golden State Valkyries beat writer
San Francisco Standard
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Valkyries Set for Daunting Stretch
Veronica Burton
Valkyrie Star point guard
Valyries (WNBA)
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Interview with Veronica Burton
Callie Fin
USA Today reporter
USA Today
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Do the Valkyries Even Need a Superstar?
David Aldridge
Draft and NBA analyst
The Athletic
Episode: Warriors Draft Talk with David Aldridge

Hosts

Tim Kawakami
Host of Warriors Plus Minus; seasoned Bay Area sports journalist with deep Warriors coverage and strong authorial voice.
Marcus Thompson
Co-host focused on Warriors analysis, culture, and insider context; long-time NBA reporter with The Athletic and previous Warriors coverage.
Nick Friedell
Frequent contributor with deep roster and coaching insights; brings external perspective from major outlets.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Valkyries Wednesdays podcasts are EXCELLENT!!

    Marcus Thompson is the perfect host for the weekly discussions of the Valkyries games and the interviews of their players. Very knowledgeable and entertaining!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fairness Counts
    United Statesa month ago
  • Yay for Valks show!

    Love the first Valkyries show. Keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennifer in berkeley
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it!

    I catch every episode! Really excited for the Valks conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graveetron
    United States2 months ago
  • Slater + MT > TK + Nick

    Listened for 6 years. Show has gotten way worse to the point because of Nick and TK only that I’m hit or miss listening. They gotta bring MT on every single pod, and I would move mountains to get Slater or someone similar.

    Tk has always been kinda annoying but he’s knowledgeable and charming in some ways - Nick on the other hand… good lord. Offers nothing but age old cliches. If I hear “no team has more drama than the warriors” for a 30th time this year I might freak out. He just sounds over co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    scotthilly
    United States2 months ago
  • Too much TK!!

    Tim K never shuts up. Run on narrative where Marcus and other guests can barely get a word in edgewise. Exasperating!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fairness Counts
    United States3 months ago

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Fans appreciate guest depth, though some desire more critical takes on the team.
Some listeners want more Marcus and less Tim or Nick; feedback varies on show balance.
Listener feedback often highlights deep Warriors knowledge and engaging hosts, with MT frequently praised for insight.
Positive notes emphasize chemistry, insider access, and analysis quality; critiques focus on pacing and format.

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[Valkyries Wednesday] Valkyries Remain Hot with Guest Kaitlyn Chen
Q: Now, you're like, last night, you were the leading scorer and that's become a theme for you. What has this journey been like for you getting to this point?
It's been a lot of fun with ups and downs, but the growth has been clear; being able to contribute consistently and see the team respond when I'm aggressive has been really rewarding.
[Valkyries Wednesday] Interview with Veronica Burton
Q: What's your approach to integrating new players and maintaining defensive chemistry with a rotating lineup?
It's about building trust through practice, film, and clear communication. We emphasize collective accountability—defense is a team effort, not just on the person guarding the ball handler—and we need everyone to buy into that identity.
[Valkyries Wednesday] Interview with Veronica Burton
Q: How has your leadership evolved this year compared to last year?
I've become more willing to be outside my comfort zone, assert myself earlier, and lift teammates up. I'm more vocal in timeouts and in the locker room, and I'm embracing the responsibility to guide our group in crunch time.
[Valkyries Wednesday] Interview with Veronica Burton
Q: You've talked about the two losses in Minnesota and Vegas; what adjustments did you and the team make after those games?
We focused on finishing every game, tightening our execution in late possessions, and relying on our defense to carry us when offense stalls. It's about maintaining momentum, being smart with time and score, and trusting our closing options.
Warriors Draft Talk with David Aldridge
Q: What makes this draft unusually deep, and how does that affect the Warriors at 11?
Aldridge explains that there are five solid point guards and several big-name talents at the top, which creates multiple viable paths at 11, including potential trades or staying put for a ready-to-play rookie who can contribute early.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Danny Emerman
2. Kaitlyn Chen
3. Yaxel Lendeborg
4. Kendra Andrews
5. Sam Vecenie
6. Jane Kenny
7. Veronica Burton
8. Callie Fin

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