Warriors aim for top-3 defense under Frank Vogel's guidance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are focusing on improving their defensive performance this season, with new assistant coach Frank Vogel taking the lead. Guard De'Anthony Melton expressed confidence, stating the team aspires to rank among the top three defenses in the league. Last season, the Warriors finished 14th in points allowed and 17th in defensive rating. Vogel's previous success in defense will be critical as the Warriors implement his strategies during their training camp in Hawaii.
- •Warriors finished last season ranked 14th in points allowed.
- •Frank Vogel has a history of leading top defensive teams.
- •Melton states the goal is a top-3 defensive ranking.
- •Warriors are implementing Vogel's drills in training camp.
- •Confidence remains high despite last season's defensive struggles.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors, with Frank Vogel steering defense, determined to turn up pressure on foes
"The Golden State Warriors were a middling defensive team last season, but new assistant Frank Vogel's track record has them excited. Said guard De'Anthony Melton: "We want to go for a top-3 defense."
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