Golden State Warriors News

We’re not even a quarter into the NBA Finals and Kevin Durant’s presence is already being felt.

Stephen Curry’s got a new pair of kicks. And these ones actually look pretty cool.

Mike Brown will remain as the Warriors’ acting head coach for at least Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Brown took the podium during the coaches pregame presser and, jokingly, confirmed that he’s pretty sure he’ll be manning the ship Thursday evening.

Shaquille O’Neal and JaVale McGee’s beef has been well publicized on TNT and Twitter this season. Earlier in the winter, the Warriors center and the former NBA champ traded some serious barbs back in February. Shaq has been harassing McGee for years and finally he said enough is enough.

Steph and Durant have both sat out plenty of fourth quarters this year, both in the regular season and playoffs. They haven’t played many tight finishes with the other on the court. So if Thursday’s Game 1 comes down to the wire, it will be a chance for them to prove they can handle the pressure and use each other in the right ways.

Kevin Durant, who is due for a possible $35.4 million per year contract next season, is willing to take a pay cut on his next contract to keep the Warriors’ core intact, according to a report from ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Chris Haynes.

When you have a handful of the best players of the last decade squaring off against each other, it certainly makes it harder for the lesser known individual players to grab the spotlight.

Murph and Mac, Garry and Larry, Fitz and Brooks, Tolber and Lund, Ray Woodson, The Audible, Ted Ramey and several other KNBR contributors weigh in what will happen in the Finals

With his contract up in August, the Los Angeles Clippers have expressed interest in hiring Warriors executive Jerry West, sources have told ESPN’s Marc Stein. West has already held talks with Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and head coach Doc Rivers.

One year after blowing a 3-1 lead, it’s safe to say the Warriors have not lost a shred of their renowned confidence. During a media session, Shaun Livingston was made aware of Draymond’s trash talking comments and added fuel to the sentiment: Not only is Draymond good at trash talking, he knows when and who to target.