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Steve Kerr praises Georges Niang's nickname ahead of Warriors' season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:25 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Steve Kerr praises Georges Niang's nickname ahead of Warriors' season

Summary

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr expressed his admiration for Georges Niang’s nickname, calling it the “greatest nickname ever” during a recent interview. The nickname, “Minivan,” reflects Niang’s unique playing style and build. Niang, who signed a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Warriors in late August, will join the team as it prepares for the upcoming season. Kerr highlighted the importance of roster depth in facing injuries to players like Jimmy Butler III and Moses Moody. With training camp approaching, the Warriors are optimistic about Niang's potential impact on the court.

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•Steve Kerr calls Georges Niang's nickname the 'greatest ever'.
•Niang joined the Warriors for one year at $3.9 million.
•Kerr discussed roster depth amid injuries to key players.
•Niang's nickname reflects his playing style and character.
•Team training camp is approaching as the season nears.

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5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors news: Why Georges Niang's nickname already has Dubs calling him the 'greatest ever'

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Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is already enjoying one aspect of having Georges Niang on the roster: his nickname. During the latest episode of the “Tom Tolbert Show,” Kerr called Niang’s longtime “Minivan” moniker the “greatest nickname ever” while discussing the Warriors’ roster and how the team’s depth could help withstand injuries […] The post Warriors news: Why Georges Niang's nickname already has Dubs calling him the 'greatest ever' appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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