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Your Complete Guide to the NBA Warriors Schedule for the 2023-24 Season
2025-11-12 11:00
As a lifelong Warriors fan and someone who's been analyzing NBA schedules for over a decade, I've got to say the 2023-24 season lineup has me particularly excited. When I first scanned through the 82-game schedule, my immediate reaction was "Wow, this is going to test our championship mettle from day one." The Warriors face one of the toughest opening month schedules in recent memory, with seven of their first twelve games against playoff teams from last season. That's nearly 60% of their early matchups being against serious contenders, which could really set the tone for their entire season.
I remember thinking back to that quote from Munzon that really stuck with me: "But we were always going to have to play somebody tough in the playoffs. So I think we just have to step our game up and bring it the way we've been bringing it all year." This mentality perfectly captures what the Warriors need to approach this challenging schedule with - that understanding that every game matters, that building momentum early can pay huge dividends come playoff time. Looking at the December stretch alone, Golden State has a brutal 8-game road trip that includes back-to-backs against Boston and Philadelphia, followed by Milwaukee the very next week. That's three championship contenders in less than ten days, and how they navigate that stretch could very well determine their seeding position.
What really stands out to me this season is the distribution of home versus away games. The Warriors have 41 home games at Chase Center, where they posted an impressive 33-8 record last season. But it's those 41 road games that worry me slightly, especially considering they went 11-30 away from home last year. The schedule makers didn't do them any favors either - they have five separate instances where they play three games in four nights, including a particularly nasty stretch in January where they face Denver, Phoenix, and Dallas consecutively. Having watched this team for years, I can tell you that managing player fatigue during these stretches will be crucial, especially for veterans like Curry and Green.
The Christmas Day matchup against the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena is already circled on my calendar. There's nothing quite like Warriors-Lakers on Christmas, and this marks the fourth time in five years these two teams have met on the holiday. Last year's Christmas game drew over 7.2 million viewers nationally, and I expect this year's numbers to be even higher given the renewed rivalry. Then there's the February 10th showdown against Boston - a potential NBA Finals preview that could have significant tiebreaker implications. These marquee games aren't just for show; they're opportunities for the Warriors to measure themselves against the league's best.
From a strategic perspective, the back-to-back situations concern me more than anything else. Golden State has 13 back-to-back sets this season, which is actually one fewer than last year's 14, but the quality of opponents in these situations is tougher. For instance, they play at Miami on March 26th then travel to Orlando the very next night - that Florida swing is always tricky, especially with the time zone change and humidity factors. Having analyzed NBA travel patterns for years, I can tell you that the second night of back-to-backs in different cities with climate variations often leads to unexpected losses, even for championship-caliber teams.
The final month of the season looks particularly challenging, with 9 of their last 15 games coming against Western Conference opponents currently projected to make the playoffs. This includes a crucial four-game homestand against Phoenix, Sacramento, New Orleans, and Utah in early April that could very well determine their playoff positioning. The regular season finale against Portland on April 14th might look like a guaranteed win on paper, but I've seen too many seasons where resting starters in the final game leads to disrupted rhythm heading into the playoffs.
What I love about this schedule is how it forces the Warriors to maintain their competitive edge throughout the entire season. There are no extended soft patches where they can coast - every month presents new challenges that will require maximum effort. The October 30th matchup against New Orleans kicks off a stretch where they play 8 games in 14 days, including matchups against three different time zones. Then in March, they have what I'm calling the "Texas Triangle" - Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas all in one week, which is always physically demanding given the travel distances between these cities.
Personally, I believe the key to navigating this schedule successfully lies in how Steve Kerr manages his veteran players' minutes. Curry averaged 34.7 minutes per game last season, and I'd like to see that number drop to around 32-33 this year to keep him fresh for the playoffs. The development of younger players like Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody will be crucial too - if they can provide quality minutes during the tougher stretches, it could make all the difference in preserving the starters for when they're really needed.
Looking at the national television appearances, the Warriors lead the league with 29 nationally televised games, which speaks volumes about their continued drawing power and the league's confidence in them as an entertainment product. But with that exposure comes added pressure - every mistake gets magnified, every loss gets analyzed to death. Still, I think this team thrives under the bright lights, and these high-profile games often bring out their best basketball.
As we approach the season opener against Phoenix on October 24th, I can't help but feel that this schedule, while challenging, provides the perfect opportunity for the Warriors to prove they still belong among the NBA's elite. The road to the championship goes through every single one of these 82 games, and how they handle the grind will ultimately determine whether they're raising another banner or watching from home come June. One thing's for certain - it's going to be must-watch basketball from start to finish.
Heather Bolton Suber ’02
Leah Schnell ’01
Sarah Grimes Wiggins ’93
Dr. Ralph Swearngin
Point University will induct four members into the Athletics Hall of Fame during a luncheon on Friday, October 24, during Homecoming weekend.
The class of 2025 includes Leah Schnell ’01, Heather Bolton Suber ’02, Dr. Ralph Swearngin and Sarah Grimes Wiggins ’93. The Athletics Hall of Fame was launched in May 2024, when six inaugural members were inducted.
“We look forward to honoring the second Hall of Fame class during Homecoming,” said Jaunelle White, vice president of intercollegiate athletics and chief student development officer. “It’s always a great feeling to have our alumni back on campus mingling with our current student-athletes and coaches. These individuals were elite during their time at Atlanta Christian College and deserve to be recognized.”
Schnell attended Atlanta Christian College from 1998 to 2001, where she earned a degree in business while competing in both basketball and volleyball. On the basketball court, she earned First Team All-Conference, Scholar Athlete, and First Team All-American honors for three consecutive years. Schnell also held the title of all-time leading scorer from 1998-2001. She now thrives as a commercial construction project manager at Barnsley Construction Group and as an entrepreneur.
Suber, from Havana, Florida, attended ACC from 1998 to 2002. A dedicated two-sport athlete, she earned numerous accolades, including First Team All-Conference, Second Team All-Conference, Honorable Mention and First Team All-American. One of her most memorable achievements came when she made eleven three-pointers in a single game. Suber graduated with a degree in early childhood education and went on to earn a master’s degree in education and a specialist degree in instructional technology. For over 23 years, she has served as an educator.
Swearngin has had a distinguished career in education, athletics and ministry spanning several decades, including 20 years at ACC in roles such as professor, dean of students, athletics director and coach. He held national leadership positions with the NCCAA, served as a trustee of Point University for over 10 years, and worked extensively in ministry and education in California, earning degrees from Whittier College and Georgia State University. His athletic involvement includes 23 years as a high school football official in California and Georgia, 22 years with the Georgia High School Association — retiring as executive director in 2014 — and service on national football and softball rules committees. Honored with multiple Hall of Fame inductions and the Atlanta Falcons Lifetime Achievement Award, Swearngin has authored two books and remains active in retirement through preaching and leading Bible studies, alongside his wife of 58 years, Evelyn.
Wiggins grew up in Roswell, Georgia, where she began playing basketball at the age of ten. After two years at Florida State University, she transferred to ACC in 1990. While at ACC, Wiggins was named to the All-American team in both 1991 and 1992. In her final year, she led her team in scoring, helping them finish second in the nation, and was named national MVP in 1992. She earned a bachelor of science in elementary education in 1993 and later received a master’s degree in technology and media sciences from Georgia Southern University in 2009. For the past 33 years, Wiggins has worked as a dedicated educator. In 1997, she married Todd Wiggins. Together, they have two children, Preston, 26, and Logan, 22.
