"The Warriors believe themselves to be title contenders. They'll point to their stars - Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green. They'll point to how great they were on defense once that trio was put together last year. They'll point to their overall depth, which is as good as it's been in nearly a decade. They'll point to their prodigious experience that no team in the NBA can come close to matching."
"That possibility looks like it's coming into focus. A strong preseason hinted at it, and Game 1 amplified it. Kuminga had 17 points, nine rebounds, six assists, and a steal in the Warriors' 119-109 season-opening win. He had only two turnovers and played a lot of one-on-one defense against Luka Dončić, turning in a solid defensive shift and picking up only two fouls."
Golden State projects itself as a title contender anchored by Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green. The trio improved the team’s defense last year and the roster depth is the best in nearly a decade. The team’s experience remains unmatched across the NBA. The 2025-26 season opener against the Lakers reinforced the team’s potential. Jonathan Kuminga delivered 17 points, nine rebounds, six assists, and a steal while limiting turnovers and defending Luka Dončić effectively. Kuminga aimed to be the team's X-Factor this offseason and showed signs of development in preseason and Game 1, increasing the likelihood he remains with the team through the trade deadline.
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