Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors Curry Headed for Top-5 All-Time? / Kawhi Fallout
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Sep 11, 2025 The hosts dive into the Kawhi Leonard controversy and its ripple effects on the Clippers, weighing talent against availability. They discuss the integrity of salary cap rules amidst team misconduct and market inequalities. The financial dynamics of NBA contracts come under scrutiny, highlighting player negotiations and the implications for teams. Finally, the conversation turns to Stephen Curry's legacy as he eyes a spot in the top 5 all-time, reflecting on modern basketball skills and the Warriors' trust ahead of the season.
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Fuzzy Line Between Sponsorships And Violations
- The Kawhi/Clippers situation exposes a fuzzy line between legal sponsorships and illegal benefits in NBA deals.
- Tim Kawakami suggests the league will need absolute proof to punish owners like Steve Ballmer for suspected circumvention.
Owners' Private Resentment Versus Public Silence
- Owners privately resent deals that appear to circumvent the salary structure but may quietly tolerate similar behavior.
- Marcus Thompson and Tim Kawakami say league politics and legal limits keep owners from publicly attacking one another.
Iguodala's Silicon Valley Reason For Joining Warriors
- Tim Kawakami recounts Andre Iguodala joining the Warriors because of Silicon Valley connections, not salary alone.
- He uses this to illustrate how non-salary benefits can attract players legitimately.