Golden State rolls out a refreshed five as it prepares to face Phoenix on Monday.
Key points
- Stephen Curry and Draymond Green return after resting in the win over the Clippers.
- Will Richard will make his first start of the season against the Suns.
- Bench players Melton, Niang and Bassey are ready to contribute after starting on Sunday.
The Golden State Warriors listed Stephen Curry, rookie guard Brandin Podziemski, forward Will Richard, forward Yaxel Lendeborg and veteran Draymond Green as starters for Monday’s game against the Phoenix Suns, according to NBC Sports.
Curry and Green return to the lineup after sitting out the previous night’s victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, while Richard is slated to make his first start of the 2026‑27 season.
Key players back after rest
Podziemski, who has seen limited minutes this year, will continue to earn a spot in the rotation, and Lendeborg, a recent addition to the roster, receives his first start of the season as well.
Off the bench, De’Anthony Melton, Georges Niang and Charles Bassey remain available after each started on Sunday, giving head coach Steve Kerr a range of options for second‑unit play.
Will Richard earns first start
The lineup changes come as the Warriors look to maintain momentum heading into a crucial stretch of games in the Western Conference.
Reader questions
Who are the Warriors’ starters for the game against the Phoenix Suns?
Stephen Curry, Brandin Podziemski, Will Richard, Yaxel Lendeborg and Draymond Green are listed as the starters.
Why did Curry and Green sit out the previous game?
The source notes they rested for the Sunday win over the Clippers but does not specify the reason.
Which players are coming off the bench after starting on Sunday?
De’Anthony Melton, Georges Niang and Charles Bassey are available off the bench.
Source: nbcsports.com
