Golden State Warriors Struggling to Find Answers After Another Late-Game Collapse
The Golden State Warriors are facing familiar frustrations as late-game collapses continue to haunt their season. Despite their championship pedigree, the team has struggled to close out games — a troubling pattern that’s beginning to test both the patience and identity of one of the NBA’s most decorated cores.
“We’ve been through every battle, but habits are slipping. The effort’s there — the focus isn’t. At some point, we’ve got to decide if we’re chasing another ring or just reliving past glory,” one veteran player reportedly said following the team’s latest loss.
Golden State’s issues haven’t stemmed from a lack of talent but rather execution and discipline in crucial moments. Defensive lapses, rushed possessions, and turnovers have repeatedly undone otherwise strong performances. The Warriors still show flashes of their trademark brilliance — quick ball movement, unselfish play, and elite shooting — but those moments have become increasingly inconsistent.
Head coach Steve Kerr has emphasized accountability, urging his team to return to the fundamentals that built their dynasty: communication, composure, and trust. However, with aging stars like Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green carrying heavy minutes, questions are surfacing about whether this group can still sustain championship-level focus across an 82-game grind.
Younger players such as Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody have shown promise, yet the balance between developing youth and leaning on experience remains a challenge. The front office is reportedly monitoring the situation closely as the trade deadline looms, aware that another deep playoff run may depend on rediscovering their defensive identity.
For a franchise defined by excellence, mediocrity is not an option. The Warriors know their window isn’t closed — but every late-game collapse chips away at the belief that their dynasty still has one more title left to chase.
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Peyton Manning Gets Real About Broncos QB Bo Nix Amid Sean Payton’s Remarks
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Former Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning talks to Bo Nix #10 before a game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Bo Nix has won over much, if not all, of the Denver Broncos fan base in just one season, and he is set up to take another meaningful step forward in Year 2. Moreover, former Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning believes Nix has the right makeup to succeed.
Manning has consistently endorsed Nix. Still, the two-time Super Bowl champion and Hall of Famer lauded the 2024 No. 12 overall pick for settling the QB carousel that lasted 9 years.
That was when Manning retired, and the Broncos cycled through 12 quarterbacks.
Peyton Manning Praises Broncos QB Bo Nix
GettyBo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos looks on from the bench against the San Francisco 49ers.
“Bo is made of the right stuff. He’s a little bit older, carries himself the right way. And all of it should help as he moves forward in his career,” Manning said, per The Denver Post’s Troy Renck on September 1. “I am just happy that Bo is the established starter. For a number of years, they had quarterback competitions. That’s hard on the receivers, the coaches, the play-caller, and the quarterback. Now, they’ve got their guy.”
Manning is not the only legendary QB to praise Nix. Drew Brees, whom Nix flew out to train with this offseason, also offered strong thoughts on the Broncos’ young star’s outlook.
Nix completed 66.3% of his passes for 3,775 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions during the 2024 regular season. He is the Broncos franchise rookie leader in passing attempts, completions, yards, and touchdowns.
Manning’s comments notably came just ahead of Broncos head coach Sean Payton’s. Payton also praised Nix and, specifically, the progress he has made with the Broncos from Year 1 to Year 2.
Bo Nix ‘More Comfortable’ in Year 2
GettyBo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos warm up before facing the San Francisco 49ers.
Payton hand-picked Nix after the QB’s history-making college career gave way to impressive in-person meetings. The duo helped snap the Broncos’ playoff drought, in addition to stopping the revolving door under center.
Payton is also pleased with how Nix has progressed from his encouraging rookie season.
Per DNVR Sports’ Zac Stevens on September 1, Payton cited Nix operating “More efficiently. More quickly. More decisively” in and out of the huddle,noting he is more “comfortable.”
“I don’t think it’s putting more on his plate,” Payton said, per 9News’ Mike Klis on September 1. “If I used a good analogy, it would be a certain play a year ago, the same play this year, he’s out of the huddle a little quicker with the call, maybe he understands the nuances of the play, and has seen the cut ups of it all year and is a little bit more comfortable with the same play from a year ago.”
If the Broncos are going to deliver on the lofty expectations they have for themselves, Nix taking another step in his development is critical.
Bo Nix, Offense Broncos’ ‘Biggest Concern’ After Preseason
GettyBo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos warms up before facing the Arizona Cardinals.
Despite his effectiveness as a rookie and increased comfort in the NFL and the Broncos’ offense, Nix still has plenty to prove at this level. ESPN’s Jeff Legwold called the Broncos’ defense their “biggest strength.”
However, Legwold noted potential warning signs about the starting offense that appeared in the preseason. He called it the Broncos’ “biggest concern.”
That includes reps with Nix at the helm against vanilla (i.e., nonexistent) defensive game plans.
“The Broncos were among the league leaders in total yards during the preseason, but that has been mostly a product of the second- and third-team offenses. The first-team offense has mostly looked meh in limited snaps,” Legwold wrote on August 31.
“Nix is closer to finding a rhythm, and focused game-planning will help, but the Broncos’ offense has had issues manufacturing drives and finding explosive plays against its first-team defense. If that continues against opponents, it might be difficult for coach Sean Payton’s team to have the fast start he desires.”
Nix, Payton, and the Broncos will open the 2025 regular season against the Tennessee Titans and 2025 No. 1 overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward.
