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Otto Porter Jr emerged as a key player for the Golden State Warriors during their NBA Finals run. His defensive versatility and contributions on offense gave Golden State an X-Factor. Porter Jr is set to hit free agency and should have plenty of interest on the open market. The Warriors could attempt to bring him […]

The Boston Celtics were extremely close to adding another NBA Finals victory to their storied franchise this past season. Despite losing to the Golden State Warriors, the 2021-2022 NBA campaign was an overall success for Boston. They labored through the first portion of the season and rumors began swirling about a potential rebuild. However, Jayson […]

The celebrations for the Golden State Warriors are slowly dying down and right now, they are facing the harsh reality of what could be a summer that sees them lose some of the key players from their recent championship conquest. At this point, opposing teams are keeping tabs on the Dubs and the current situation […]

The Wilt Chamberlain jokes have always followed Otto Porter Jr. Now that he’s on the NBA title-winning Golden State Warriors, they’re reaching a crescendo. With the NBA Finals over and the serious, on-court related questions over and done with, the media decided to finally ask Warriors players about the hard-hitting truths. Porter was asked about […]

After nine years in the league, Otto Porter is now an NBA champion. The 29-year-old is no star but there’s no denying that he played a key role for the Golden State Warriors in their recent championship quest. It’s going to be a very interesting summer for Porter now that his contract has come to […]

The Golden State Warriors were down 2-1 to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals when Steve Kerr changed his starting lineup, inserting Otto Porter for Kevon Looney. They won the next three games in convincing overall fashion, winning an incredible fourth title in eight seasons. Golden State’s first championship of this ongoing dynasty, remember, […]

The Golden State Warriors begin their quest for another title against the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. Game 1 of the 2022 NBA Finals will showcase a powerhouse looking to get back on top against a team who finally got over the hump and into the championship series. The Warriors will be counting on a […]

The Golden State Warriors await to see who they will face in the NBA Finals. Game 7 between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat takes place on Sunday. So, while Golden State prepares for the championship series, the organization hopes for some of its key players to return. The franchise provides an update for Andre […]

The Golden State Warriors have raced out to a three-games-to-none lead over the Dallas Mavericks in their NBA Playoff matchup. The Warriors have largely outclassed the Mavs, as they’ve won the contests by margins of 25 points, nine points and nine points. Equally impressive is the fact that the Dubs have gotten it done without […]

Like they never left, the Warriors have once again reached championship form. Golden State is just one win away from moving past the Mavericks and reaching the team’s fifth NBA Finals appearance since 2016. On the verge of a sweep against Luka Doncic Mavs, the Warriors look unstoppable with a ‘ship in close reach. Despite […]

The Golden State Warriors may have won Game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks, but they have a few problems to worry about. During the first half, swingman Otto Porter Jr. came up limping on the court. The forward would eventually head to the locker room and proceed to miss the rest of the game. After […]

The Golden State Warriors had an opportunity to close out the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. Instead, Nikola Jokic led his team to upset Golden State to keep Denver alive. A terrible play call from Steve Kerr resulted in a bad turnover late in the fourth quarter, which led […]

San Francisco, CA – After Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers, there are only two games left in the regular season for the Golden State Warriors, and even though they have already clinched a playoff spot, seeding isn’t set yet. These last few games are still important. That’s why coach Steve Kerr and the […]

San Francisco, CA – The Golden State Warriors roster is a talented mixed bunch. They are equipped with a combination of young and old players ranging from teenagers to guys pushing 40 years old. The youngest member of the team is 19-year-old Jonathan Kuminga, and recently he’s been playing some of the best basketball of […]

This past offseason, the Golden State Warriors added some valuable assets to the roster, and some were at a discounted rate. Sharpshooter Otto Porter Jr. was one of those additions, and he’s been huge for the Warriors this season. In this post, though, we’re answering a question on all Dubs fans’ minds: Is Otto Porter […]

The 40-13 Golden State Warriors are playing the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, and they will be shorthanded again. All-Star Draymond Green and James Wiseman are both out. Then there are other Warriors veterans dealing with injuries. After a Warriors practice on Saturday, Steve Kerr gave injury updates on Otto Porter Jr. (lower back tightness) […]

San Francisco, CA – Headed into a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves the Golden State Warriors have a three-game win streak. It has been the Dubs’ best stretch of basketball since Klay Thompson rejoined the team, and it all could’ve started with Stephen Curry’s game-winner against the Houston Rockets. At Thursday’s shootaround, Otto Porter Jr. […]

On Christmas Day, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns 116-107. This game decided who has the best record in the NBA. Stephen Curry carried the Dubs most of the game, but the closing performance came from a surprising member. Otto Porter Jr. finished the game with 19 points, and 13 came in the […]

Otto Porter Jr. had arguably his best game as a member of the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day as the Dubs took down the Phoenix Suns, 116-107.  The Warriors were extremely shorthanded entering Saturday’s matchup with several players under the league’s health and safety protocols. Porter knew he had to step his game up […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is seeing an incredible progress in Otto Porter Jr. that he has never seen before. Otto Porter Jr.’s contributions to the Warriors don’t often stand out in the box score. However, coach Kerr still appreciates the hard work he’s been putting in since joining Golden State. According to […]

SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors moved to an NBA-best 21-4 record with a win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Things couldn’t be going better for Otto Porter Jr. and his teammates. “I am just along for the ride like you are. It is amazing, but we know what we are […]

The 2021-22 NBA season began with a rule change that most fans are enjoying. It also started with a ball change for the entire league. The NBA switched from using a Spalding ball to the new Wilson brand version. Just like every change, the swap created some early controversy amongst players. “I think the ball […]

Los Angeles, CA – The 2021-22 NBA season will begin soon and NBA fans are excited to see their teams back on the floor. But fans aren’t the only ones excited. In a pregame interview, Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr admitted he is also enthusiastic about seeing his team in action. “I was excited […]

SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors are 2-0 so far in preseason action. Although the record doesn’t count for much, it’s still a good sign for the Golden State Warriors, especially with all the new faces on the team. The thing that stands out most is the on-court chemistry between the new players and […]

SAN FRANCISCO — Not many people can say they’ve seen the very best of something in the world, but Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr can. He’s now playing with the best shooter to walk the planet, Stephen Curry. Seeing it up close is different, and you can’t help but admire his greatness. “It’s […]

The Golden State Warriors’ arsenal was almost on full display in their preseason opener against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Jordan Poole led all scorers with 30 points, while Otto Porter Jr. led the bench with 19 points in 18 minutes. Signing Porter could have been the steal of the summer for the […]

Shaqtin A Fool is arguably the most hilarious segment in all of the NBA. Like ever. This is exactly why ESPN golden boy Stephen A Smith could not hold back the laughter when Shaq revealed who he believes will take the Sahqtin MVP crown in 2022. O’Neal was a guest on Smith’s First Take program recently […]

A ton of moves have been made in the offseason, and there will be many familiar faces in unfamiliar places. The Golden State Warriors, for one, had an active offseason. No significant moves, but rotation players have shuffled around, and the roster appears to be heading in a new direction. The Warriors missed the postseason […]

The Golden State Warriors continue their campaign for another title. In the 2021 NBA free agency, they signed Nemanja Bjelica and Otto Porter Jr., which is a clear indication that they’re looking to add shooters into the fold. They also signed Andre Iguodala which fortified their core. It’s going to be another interesting season as […]

Otto Porter signing for the Golden State Warriors for a veteran’s minimum could turn out to be one of the best transactions of the offseason. There’s no denying that the 28-year-old has fallen from grace over the past couple of years, but it’s also true that he could prove to be a key piece for […]

Former Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls small forward Otto Porter Jr. is officially joining the Golden State Warriors, becoming the Dubs’ first major signing of this year’s free agent frenzy. However, while Porter Jr. is a player that is used to making the big bucks atop the NBA level, he has curiously agreed to sign […]

Just when it looks like the Golden State Warriors were heading towards laying a goose egg on the first day of free agency, something strange happened. Monday night, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported the Warriors signed free agent forward Otto Porter Jr. Haynes also said that Porter turned down multiple teams who offered him […]

Otto Porter Jr. is headed to the Bay Area after the 28-year-old forward signed with the Golden State Warriors on a veteran’s minimum contract. Amid all the big names being talked about on the first day of free agency, this OPJ pick-up is actually quite a sneaky one for the Warriors as the former Georgetown […]

After an ultimately disappointing end to their 2020-21 campaign, it’s no secret that the Brooklyn Nets are looking to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. According to reports, the Nets have turned their attention to one particular Orlando Magic player that happens to be a former Top 3 pick. Tony Jones of The Athletic […]

The Brooklyn Nets had championship aspirations in 2020-21, but after losing James Harden (he came back but clearly wasn’t 100%) and Kyrie Irving to injuries, they lost against the Milwaukee Bucks in a thrilling seven-game series. Even Kevin Durant’s 48-point masterpiece was not enough to save the Nets’ season. Despite getting eliminated early on, oddsmakers […]

The Boston Celtics have already had a busy offseason. Danny Ainge stepped down from his longtime role as President of Basketball Operations. Brad Stevens, who coached the team from 2013-2021, took over the position that Ainge had previously assumed. Stevens’ first move brought Al Horford back to Boston—acquiring the five-time All-Star big man from the […]

The New York Knicks went from finishing 24 games below .500 in the 2019-20 NBA season to hosting a playoff series the ensuing season (the Knicks finished the 2020-21 regular season as the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference with a 41-31 record, albeit they lost in five games to the Atlanta Hawks in the […]

The Chicago Bulls came into the 2020-21 season in a state of limbo. After nabbing the fourth pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and selecting Patrick Williams out of Florida State University, in what many pundits and draftniks believed to be a “reach,” the team had a strong young nucleus to build around including Zach […]

If you appreciate the game of basketball, it’s easy to enjoy watching the Los Angeles Clippers. Their offense has been one of the best in franchise history. The team shares the ball, makes their 3-pointers like there’s no tomorrow and just finds ways to score—whether that’s through center Ivica Zubac’s cleanup boards, Luke Kennard’s microwave […]