Zaza Pachulia shares incredible Steph Curry, Chris Paul workout story

Zaza Pachulia shares incredible Steph Curry, Chris Paul workout story originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

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In an interview with 95.7 The Game’s Matt Steinmetz and Daryle Johnson on Monday, former Warriors center and current front office consultant Zaza Pachulia confirmed Golden State’s reformed roster connection, sharing an exclusive story about when he stumbled upon a late-night practice.

“Before even training camp started, I had a dinner in the city and left my car here (Chase Center) because it was so hard to park,” Pachulia shared with Steinmetz and Johnson. “I came back to pick up my car. A ball was bouncing. I thought it was one of the security guys. So, I opened the door, and I saw Steph (Curry), (Chris Paul) and Moses Moody. Saturday night at 9:15. Getting shots up at 9:15 p.m.

“You know what? That’s it. You feel the energy. Feel the connection. That’s something super important, by the way. Super important.”

Pachulia, a two-time champion, understands the significance of team chemistry when pursuing a title. He was part of the Kevin Durant era in Golden State, which experienced both success and chemistry issues, eventually leading to Durant’s departure after three seasons.

However, Pachulia’s recent experience convinced him that the Warriors are on a better path this season and are putting in extra work on and off the court.

“It was so beautiful to see, honestly. Steph had got (Paul), who had just joined our team, who had been our opponent, a tough opponent literally every year, and the young buck (Moody). This was their second workout, by the way. Morning run, then they came to get extra shots. That was super. That was — You know what? I feel great about this year.”

Pachulia has every reason to be excited about the season, considering the leadership and experience on Golden State’s roster.

Additionally, the Warriors went 4-1 during the NBA preseason and appear ready for their first regular-season game against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday at Chase Center.

Evidently, Golden State lacked strong camaraderie in the locker room last season.

However, according to Pachulia, those days are over, and the Warriors’ core is primed to compete for their fifth title as a connected unit.

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