Joe Viray
Writer
Contributing writer for Golden State of Mind. Author of The Golden Breakdown, a series focusing on strategies and tactics employed by the Warriors mixed in with context and narratives.
On how a “Small” action expands the dynamic between Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler
Warriors enter the break on a winning note.
How Jimmy Butler has fit with the Warriors
The new star acquisition has had an auspicious start to his Golden State stint.
Jimmy Butler and the simple screening action the Warriors have been using to create efficient offense
An eventful two games for the Warriors’ new acquisition.
On Jimmy Butler providing a more balanced attack by keeping opponents off balance
The Warriors’ Butler era is off to an auspicious start.
Jimmy Butler officially introduced as a Warrior
The Curry-Butler era begins.
Warriors’ interest in Kevin Durant heats up — but not without competition
Warriors are looking to reunite Durant and Steph Curry in the Bay.
Warriors squeeze just enough offense to outscore an equally inept offense in the Magic
It was ugly at times, but the Warriors managed to be slightly less ugly than their opponents.
Jimmy Butler unwilling to sign extension with Warriors, stalling trade talks
The Butler prospects are as good as dead.
Kings send De’Aaron Fox to Spurs, receive Zach LaVine from Bulls in three-team trade
Fox teams up with Victor Wembanyama while LaVine reunites with DeMar DeRozan.
Lakers trade Anthony Davis to Dallas for Luka Dončić
A blockbuster trade just dropped.