Frank Vogel joins Warriors as assistant coach, aims to boost defense

Frank Vogel has been appointed as the new assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors, bringing his defensive expertise to the team ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Vogel, a former head coach who won a championship with the Los Angeles Lakers, emphasized the potential for improvement, particularly highlighting the defensive capabilities of Draymond Green. During his time with the Dallas Mavericks, Vogel recognized the challenges presented by injuries that have impacted Golden State's performance. He expressed excitement about working with the Warriors' young talents, including Brandin Podziemski and Yaxel Lendeborg, alongside veteran Kristaps Porzingis. Vogel’s acquisition comes as the Warriors aim to enhance their defensive rating, which ranked 17th in the league last season.

• 11:25 PMYahoo Sports — New assistant coach Frank Vogel is eager to improve Golden State's defense