Joe Viray
@joeviraynba.bsky.social
NBA Writer. Warriors words for Golden State of Mind. General NBA words for SB Nation NBA.
email: jviray90@gmail.com
email: jviray90@gmail.com
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On Steph Curry giving the Warriors a 'lift' in more ways than one -- including, but not limited to, the manner through which he was able to lift Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs defense toward uncomfortable spots (link to article in reply)
On Steph Curry giving the Warriors a 'lift' in more ways than one -- including, but not limited to, the manner through which he was able to lift Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs defense toward uncomfortable spots (link to article in reply)
November 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🚨NEW WORDS🚨
On Steph Curry giving the Warriors a 'lift' in more ways than one -- including, but not limited to, the manner through which he was able to lift Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs defense toward uncomfortable spots (link to article in reply)
On Steph Curry giving the Warriors a 'lift' in more ways than one -- including, but not limited to, the manner through which he was able to lift Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs defense toward uncomfortable spots (link to article in reply)
Steph vs. Wemby, it doesn't get any better than this
November 15, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Steph vs. Wemby, it doesn't get any better than this
Spurs try to keep Kornet away from the ballscreen action for Steph by having him guard GP2 but it doesn't matter right now who the Spurs switch onto Steph
November 15, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Spurs try to keep Kornet away from the ballscreen action for Steph by having him guard GP2 but it doesn't matter right now who the Spurs switch onto Steph
I REPEAT, ARE YOU TELLING ME THIS IS A WASHED MAN??
November 15, 2025 at 4:24 AM
I REPEAT, ARE YOU TELLING ME THIS IS A WASHED MAN??
Simple concept on this SLOB, using Steph on the gut action to create a driving lane for Jimmy, draws the foul
November 15, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Simple concept on this SLOB, using Steph on the gut action to create a driving lane for Jimmy, draws the foul
You're telling me this is a washed man?
November 15, 2025 at 3:48 AM
You're telling me this is a washed man?
Oh my Steph doing Wemby DIRTY lmao
November 15, 2025 at 3:44 AM
Oh my Steph doing Wemby DIRTY lmao
Will Richard big shot created by the inverted ballscreen by Steph for Draymond at the free throw line
November 15, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Will Richard big shot created by the inverted ballscreen by Steph for Draymond at the free throw line
Horford has been exceptional so far in PnR and helpside defense.
His block leads to a Will Richard three over Wemby in the secondary break.
His block leads to a Will Richard three over Wemby in the secondary break.
November 15, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Horford has been exceptional so far in PnR and helpside defense.
His block leads to a Will Richard three over Wemby in the secondary break.
His block leads to a Will Richard three over Wemby in the secondary break.
Dubs draw up a very effective ATO where Steph immediately shoots the ball after winning the jump ball
November 15, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Dubs draw up a very effective ATO where Steph immediately shoots the ball after winning the jump ball
Quinten Post with a helpside block followed by coming off a blind corner handoff like he's Steph lmao
November 15, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Quinten Post with a helpside block followed by coming off a blind corner handoff like he's Steph lmao
Horford in drop coverage, plays it well including getting over Kornet's Gortat to get in front of Castle and block his shot.
November 15, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Horford in drop coverage, plays it well including getting over Kornet's Gortat to get in front of Castle and block his shot.
Dubs having to constantly move the ball and personnel to get a clean look at the rim. Draymond's drive is enough to lure Wemby away just enough to clear the basket for Richard's cut.
November 15, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Dubs having to constantly move the ball and personnel to get a clean look at the rim. Draymond's drive is enough to lure Wemby away just enough to clear the basket for Richard's cut.
This opening set from the Spurs was really well drawn up. Running Wemby off of elevator doors up top as a decoy for Fox's drive to the rim, which is all clear due to the Dubs' defense having to lift up for the elevator action.
November 15, 2025 at 2:54 AM
This opening set from the Spurs was really well drawn up. Running Wemby off of elevator doors up top as a decoy for Fox's drive to the rim, which is all clear due to the Dubs' defense having to lift up for the elevator action.
This finish by Jimmy over Wemby whew. Smart of him to initiate contact and bump Wemby, even so it took every bit of his finishing craft to get that one past him.
November 15, 2025 at 2:52 AM
This finish by Jimmy over Wemby whew. Smart of him to initiate contact and bump Wemby, even so it took every bit of his finishing craft to get that one past him.
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On the Warriors being in "tandem" vs. the Spurs -- their zone possessions (the second stingiest zone defense w/ min. 50 zone possessions), the Curry-Butler duo, and Draymond Green being a defensive wizard -- that helped them notch a much-needed win (link to article in reply)
On the Warriors being in "tandem" vs. the Spurs -- their zone possessions (the second stingiest zone defense w/ min. 50 zone possessions), the Curry-Butler duo, and Draymond Green being a defensive wizard -- that helped them notch a much-needed win (link to article in reply)
November 13, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🚨NEW WORDS🚨
On the Warriors being in "tandem" vs. the Spurs -- their zone possessions (the second stingiest zone defense w/ min. 50 zone possessions), the Curry-Butler duo, and Draymond Green being a defensive wizard -- that helped them notch a much-needed win (link to article in reply)
On the Warriors being in "tandem" vs. the Spurs -- their zone possessions (the second stingiest zone defense w/ min. 50 zone possessions), the Curry-Butler duo, and Draymond Green being a defensive wizard -- that helped them notch a much-needed win (link to article in reply)
Warriors┃"5 Out" split action ATO (UCLA entry into Gaggle variant)
Steve Kerr draws this set up expecting the Spurs to switch Wemby onto Steph when Steph screens for Jimmy. Wemby forced to chase Steph around the split screen instead of protecting the rim, Draymond slips and gets to the rim for his
Steve Kerr draws this set up expecting the Spurs to switch Wemby onto Steph when Steph screens for Jimmy. Wemby forced to chase Steph around the split screen instead of protecting the rim, Draymond slips and gets to the rim for his
November 13, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Warriors┃"5 Out" split action ATO (UCLA entry into Gaggle variant)
Steve Kerr draws this set up expecting the Spurs to switch Wemby onto Steph when Steph screens for Jimmy. Wemby forced to chase Steph around the split screen instead of protecting the rim, Draymond slips and gets to the rim for his
Steve Kerr draws this set up expecting the Spurs to switch Wemby onto Steph when Steph screens for Jimmy. Wemby forced to chase Steph around the split screen instead of protecting the rim, Draymond slips and gets to the rim for his
Y'all wanted Jimmy Buckets well you got him
November 13, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Y'all wanted Jimmy Buckets well you got him
This defensive possession from Wemby was insane, good lord
November 13, 2025 at 3:21 AM
This defensive possession from Wemby was insane, good lord