Warriors switch up practice routine, say it pays dividends

[ASFN Admin]

Each day after their film session, an hour goes up on the scoreboard clock and the Golden State Warriors break into small groups to begin working at three separate, 20-minute stations: on the court, in the weight room or with the training staff. Coach Steve Kerr and his assistants met during the summer along with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green to review how they might practice more efficiently and with greater focus, and the resulting ''Golden Hour'' has meant so much to Golden State's success so far. New assistant coach for player development Jama Mahlalela and fellow new assistant Kenny Atkinson have helped lead the transformation alongside David Taylor -- the team's first-year director of player health and performance - and Vice President of Player Health and Performance Rick Celebrini.

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