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Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors

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

Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita, pre and postgame host of Valkyries TV, hop on for an emergency podcast to discuss the Game 3 win over Dallas. In a win-or-go-home scenario, Golden State rallied from a 16-point deficit in the third quarter to eliminate... more

Tim and Nick Friedell discuss Brandin Podziemski's strong play, Georges Niang's fit and other interesting moments from Thursday's open scrimmage in Hawaii. Also, Frank Vogel is taking charge of the defense.

Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita, TV host of the Valkyries pre and postgame show, break down Game 2, the explosion from Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale and what we learned about the Valkyries that figures to be critical moving forward.

Tim and Nick Friedell discuss all the sights and sounds of Warriors Media Day, including the surprise announcement that Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely. Also, thoughts on the new offensive plans and Jimmy Butler's recovery.

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Recent Guests

Tiffany Hayes
Professional basketball player, Tip Hayes
Valkyries (WNBA)
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] The Tiffany "Tip" Hayes Interview
Christian Clark
Dallas Mavericks beat writer for The Athletic
The Athletic / Dallas Mavericks beat
Episode: Did the Warriors Find Any Gems?
Seerat Sohi
Special guest who informs about news developments and provides analysis
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Valkyries Send a Message to Minny
Joseph Dycus
Warriors beat writer for the Mercury News
Mercury News
Episode: Would Stephen Curry Ever Leave Golden State?
Annie Costabile
Reporter, writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Should the Valkyries Make a Trade?
Jordan Robinson
Co-author of Court Queens and podcast co-host on Girls Tripp on the Road Tripper podcast
Author and speaker
Episode: [Valkyries Wednesday] Are the Valks the WNBA's Best Team?
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?

Hosts

Marcus Thompson
Beats/wocus author and co-host with a primary focus on Warriors coverage and broader basketball analysis.
Tim Kawakami
Host focusing on Warriors Plus Minus and broader Warriors coverage with long-time beat writer perspective.
Nick Friedell
Co-host/guest with ESPN background, adds external media perspective to Warriors discussions.
Zena Keita
Studio host and hoop analyst providing insider perspective and tactical analysis.
Annie Costabile
Reporter and analyst with front-office and reporting perspective.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Was one time the best of the best individual team shows

    Losing Anthony Slater was a big loss for this pod, his insider information and analysis of the team was perfect with Tim and Marcus’s stronger views. But the addition of Nick Friedell on the show is worse than the Slater loss. He doesn’t seem to have any grasp on both the team and the fanbase. He’s completely out of touch with the fanbase where he doesn’t understand some of the criticisms that the fanbase has about the team and instead just gaslights them. It’s one thing to critique the team/fan... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kvnlol
    United States3 months ago
  • Draft

    Y’all missing on Yaxel. Better look at his game film. Dude can play. Shoot. Defend. Rebound.

    Coach Green going to push him along.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Polowonder
    United States3 months ago
  • 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 States4 months ago
  • Yay for Valks show!

    Love the first Valkyries show. Keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennifer in berkeley
    United States4 months ago
  • Love it!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graveetron
    United States4 months ago

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Feedback often calls out desire for balanced critique and more aggressive probing when discussing team performance.
Listeners appreciate insider analysis and strong host chemistry when MT is present.
Fans crave Marcus Thompson's insights and dislike drift when he's absent.
Guests like Seerat Sohi and Jordan Robinson elevate conversations with depth and context.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[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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The show centers on the Golden State Warriors, their roster moves, cap space, coaching dynamics, and season-long strategy, with frequent debates about contracts, extensions, and potential upgrades. Episodes combine roundtable analysis, guest insights from beat writers and players, and behind-the-scenes context on development, load management, and playoff positioning, often pairing tactical breakdowns with broader NBA and team-building conversations. A notable trait is the blend of insider reporting with candid, sometimes humorous banter among seasoned basketball writers, plus occasional crossovers into related teams and leagues that broaden the scope for listeners who want both on-court analysis and business-side decisions in a single feed.... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Tiffany Hayes
2. Christian Clark
3. Seerat Sohi
4. Joseph Dycus
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