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19/01/2026 18:26 - Welcome to The Bounce, The Athletic's NBA newsletter.

Top 5 NBA

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Yesterday at 18:00

Why Stephen Curry is still chasing a fifth NBA championship with Golden State Warriors

2.

Yesterday at 16:25

Warriors rumors: Kristaps Porzingis is basically a ghost as mystery health issue lingers

3.

Today at 03:28

Keaton Wagler details first week of NBA experience facing Stephen Curry, Warriors

4.

Yesterday at 23:17

Kristaps Porziņģis to meet with Warriors staff Tuesday amid undisclosed illness

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Yesterday at 22:32

Steve Kerr teases Warriors' Opening Night starting five amid Kristaps Porzingis absence