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22 April 2026

• [Larry Brown Sports] - Todd Golden addresses NBA job speculation
  Florida coach Todd Golden has issued a public response to speculation that he might be pursued by the Golden State Warriors. Golden was asked Wednesday about reports claiming the Warriors have him at the top of their list if they part ways with Steve Kerr this offseason. The Florida coach seemed amused by the rumor, … The post appeared first on .
• [Fansided: Blue Man Hoop] - Knicks have a Jalen Brunson problem highlighting Stephen Curry's greatness
  Jalen Brunson's defensive limitations have been brought into focus after a Game 2 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, but the obvious problem for the New York Knicks als
• [Golden State Warriors Videos] - Gary Payton II & Fanatics Host the Ultimate Fan Game Show!
  The ultimate game show needs the ultimate host (hi, Gary Payton II)Golden State Shop Showdown, presented by @Fanatics, puts Dub Nation to the test!
• [heavy.] - Todd Golden Responds to Steve Kerr Replacement Rumors with Warriors
  A plethora of potential replacements for Steve Kerr have emerged in recent days in light of the legendary coach’s uncertain future with the Golden State Warriors.One of the more surprising – and intriguing – names that has emerged is University of Florida head coach Todd Golden.Todd Golden Seemingly Shoots Down Idea of Leaving Florida to […] The post appeared first on .
• [Sportsnaut] - Rumor Opens Door for NY Knicks To Send Mike Brown to Unlikely Team in Summer Trade
  A new rumor opens the door for the NY Knicks to send Mike Brown to an unlikely team in a summer trade.
• [East Bay Times] - Moore: Remnants of Bob Myers’ tenure complicate Warriors’ need for true reset
  As the Warriors approach an offseason of uncertainty, there is still an opportunity to interrupt the pattern of the past few seasons.
• [Mercury News] - Moore: Remnants of Bob Meyers’ tenure complicate Warriors’ need for true reset
  As the Warriors approach an offseason of uncertainty, there is still an opportunity to interrupt the pattern of the past few seasons.
• [NBC Sports Bay Area] - Todd Golden ‘planning' to coach Florida amid rumors to replace Steve Kerr
  It has been less than a week since the Warriors were eliminated in the NBA play-in tournament by the Phoenix Suns, but since then, the questions have come flooding in. The biggest: whether or not Steve Kerr . And while that question is circulating, so are the rumors of a potential replacement on the off chance that Kerr does in fact decline extending his time with the Warriors. The name front and center is Florida coach Todd Golden, with multiple . However, Golden was asked Wednesday about whether or not he was returning to Florida for his fifth year at the helm, and he gave a slightly sarcastic comment to the question before answering. “I’m definitely planning on coaching the Gators,” he said. Todd Golden: “definitely planning on coaching the Gators” — Caden Alvis (@CadenAlvis05) Golden led the Gators to a national championship in 2025 in his third season with the team and has compiled a 103-41 record during his four-year tenure. The 40-year-old has ties to the Bay Area and spent six years with the University of San Francisco – three as head coach. While Golden might currently be committed to the job he’s holding, if Kerr announces he’s not returning, things could — and likely will — change quickly.
• [NBC Sports Bay Area] - Where Warriors' financial situation stands entering pivotal 2026 NBA offseason
  The Warriors are entering the 2026 NBA offseason full of . From Golden State coach to what the team’s roster will look like next season and beyond, and the Warriors front office have plenty of work to do after the team’s absence from the playoffs for the second time in four years. In addition, Golden State will face some financial challenges this offseason as the team is projected to be under the luxury tax for the first time since the 2019-20 NBA season, . The Warriors are $14.5 million below the luxury tax, $22 million under the first apron and $35 million below the second apron. Those numbers include Golden State’s 2026 first-round draft pick and the player options for forwards and and , who all have until June 29 to opt in. The Warriors could use a $15 million non-tax midlevel exception, but that is unlikely due to the first apron hard cap and lack of flexibility to stay under the luxury tax as Golden State builds out its roster throughout the offseason. In addition, will be eligible to sign a two-year, $136.7 million contract extension starting on August 29. This new deal would earn the two-time NBA MVP his career-high annual salary of $65.7 million, plus $71 million for the 2027-28 and 2028-29 seasons, respectively. is another potential candidate for a contract extension this offseason, as the 23-year-old will be entering the final year of his rookie contract next season. Podziemski showed some promise and improvements in his third NBA season, averaging 13.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game playing in all 82 games. In two play-in tournament games, he averaged 20 points, 8.5 rebounds and 39.5 minutes per game while shooting 50 percent from the field and 41.7 percent from 3-point range. Warriors big man Kristaps Porziņģis also is eligible for a contract extension after averaging 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 15 regular-season games with Golden State. Along with contract extensions, Dunleavy and Co. will need to make decisions on which players to bring back, from unrestricted free agents Gary Payton II, Seth Curry and Charles Bassey to restricted free agents Pat Spencer, Quinten Post and Nate Williams. Despite being in a tough financial situation, the Warriors have their own first-round picks for the next seven years and can build for the future through the draft, especially once their core of Curry, Green and Jimmy Butler decide to retire or move on from the team. This offseason certainly will be a pivotal one for the Warriors, which should determine the organization’s direction moving forward.
• [ClutchPoints] - Florida basketball’s Todd Golden fires back at Warriors speculation
  Florida basketball has been in good hands with Todd Golden as their head coach, and they’re hoping that doesn’t change anytime soon. There had been quite some uncertainty recently on that stance, with the rumors of Steve Kerr possibly not returning as the head coach of the Golden State Warriors. Golden’s name was thrown out […] The post appeared first on .