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Warriors face low expectations as Porzingis injury adds to roster concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 12:08 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Warriors face low expectations as Porzingis injury adds to roster concerns
Summary

At the Golden State Warriors' media day on September 28, 2026, Stephen Curry expressed shock at low playoff expectations. With starting center Kristaps Porzingis sidelined due to an unspecified medical issue and other key players injured, the team enters training camp with a familiar yet disappointing roster. General manager Mike Dunleavy acknowledged the team's struggles last season and emphasized a unified approach moving forward. Head coach Steve Kerr aims to refocus on fundamental aspects of the game, shifting goals from championships to improving daily processes.

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  • •Curry reacted negatively to comments about missing the playoffs.
  • •Porzingis is out with an unspecified medical issue.
  • •Warriors missed playoffs last season with a 37-45 record.
  • •Kerr prioritizes fundamental improvements over lofty goals.
  • •Team emphasizes a unified effort heading into training camp.
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The Warriors have Stephen Curry but brought back most of a roster that missed the playoffs. Instead of talking about renewing big ambitions, they talked up "reimagining" their team.

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