Chess champion Magnus Carlsen names Golden State as favorite NBA team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Magnus Carlsen, the top-ranked chess grandmaster, disclosed his favorite NBA team as the Golden State Warriors during a recent meeting with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Carlsen stated he became a fan while watching Stephen Curry's impressive performances. He also expressed a hope that Antetokounmpo might play for the Warriors, following trade rumors linking the player to the team. However, Antetokounmpo is now set to play for the Miami Heat after a trade.
- •Magnus Carlsen supports the Golden State Warriors.
- •He began following the NBA during Stephen Curry's peak.
- •Carlsen hoped Giannis Antetokounmpo would join the Warriors.
- •Antetokounmpo is now with the Miami Heat following a trade.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — World's greatest chess player reveals favorite NBA team and player
"Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen recently revealed his favorite team to Greek NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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