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Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson named finalist for NBA’s Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award

Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson has been named a finalist for the NBA’s inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award.

During his first full season with the Golden State Warriors, Juan Toscano-Anderson quickly became a fan favorite at San Francisco’s Chase Center.

After averaging 5.7 points on 57.9% shooting from the floor with 4.4 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 53 games, Toscano-Anderson’s two-way contract was converted to a full-time NBA deal at the end of the regular season. 

Following the end of the 2020-21 NBA campaign, the Oakland native is being recognized for his work off the floor.

The NBA recently announced the finalists for the inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award. Toscano-Anderson joined Portland’s Carmelo Anthony, Sacramento’s Harrison Barnes, Philadelphia’s Tobias Harris and Milwaukee’s Jrue Holiday have been named as finalists for the award. 

The award recognizes a current player for “pursuing social justice and advancing Abdul-Jabbar’s life mission to engage, empower and drive equality for individuals and groups who have been historically marginalized or systemically disadvantaged.”

Via @NBA on Twitter:

Via @warriors on Twitter:

 

In June of 2020, Toscano-Anderson organized and led a pair of “Walk in Unity” marches through the streets of downtown Oakland to protest oppression, social injustice and police brutality. Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and other members of the Golden State Warriors joined Toscano-Anderson at the different marches in the Bay Area. 

Toscano-Anderson also leads his “Journey to Achieve Foundation,” focusing on the empowerment of Latino and Black families in the Bay Area, Santa Cruz and Mexico. 

The winner of the award will receive a $100,000 contribution on their behalf to an organization of their choice. Toscano-Anderson has selected “Homies Empowerment,” a community development organization based out of Oakland as his recipient of the NBA’s donation. 

Prior to game four of the Eastern Conference Finals on TNT, the winner for the inaugural award will be announced. 

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Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson named finalist for NBA’s Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award

Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson has been named a finalist for the NBA’s inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award.

During his first full season with the Golden State Warriors, Juan Toscano-Anderson quickly became a fan favorite at San Francisco’s Chase Center.

After averaging 5.7 points on 57.9% shooting from the floor with 4.4 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 53 games, Toscano-Anderson’s two-way contract was converted to a full-time NBA deal at the end of the regular season. 

Following the end of the 2020-21 NBA campaign, the Oakland native is being recognized for his work off the floor.

The NBA recently announced the finalists for the inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award. Toscano-Anderson joined Portland’s Carmelo Anthony, Sacramento’s Harrison Barnes, Philadelphia’s Tobias Harris and Milwaukee’s Jrue Holiday have been named as finalists for the award. 

The award recognizes a current player for “pursuing social justice and advancing Abdul-Jabbar’s life mission to engage, empower and drive equality for individuals and groups who have been historically marginalized or systemically disadvantaged.”

Via @NBA on Twitter:

Via @warriors on Twitter:

 

In June of 2020, Toscano-Anderson organized and led a pair of “Walk in Unity” marches through the streets of downtown Oakland to protest oppression, social injustice and police brutality. Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and other members of the Golden State Warriors joined Toscano-Anderson at the different marches in the Bay Area. 

Toscano-Anderson also leads his “Journey to Achieve Foundation,” focusing on the empowerment of Latino and Black families in the Bay Area, Santa Cruz and Mexico. 

The winner of the award will receive a $100,000 contribution on their behalf to an organization of their choice. Toscano-Anderson has selected “Homies Empowerment,” a community development organization based out of Oakland as his recipient of the NBA’s donation. 

Prior to game four of the Eastern Conference Finals on TNT, the winner for the inaugural award will be announced. 

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Watch: Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson explodes for vicious putback dunk in first quarter vs. Grizzlies

After a slow start, Juan Toscano-Anderson provided a spark for the Warriors in the first quarter with a putback dunk against the Grizzlies.

With their playoff hopes on the line, the Golden State Warriors came out flat against the Memphis Grizzlies in the final Western Conference play-in game. Trailing by 11 with six minutes remaining in the opening frame, Juan Toscano-Anderson checked into the game.

The Oakland native instantly provided a spark off the bench. Around a minute after entering the contest, Toscano-Anderson lit the Chase Center crowd up with a vicious putback dunk. Following a missed 3-pointer from Steph Curry, Toscano-Anderson spiked an emphatic one-handed jam.

Via @warriors on Twitter:

Following Toscano-Anderson’s dunk, the Warriors went on a run to end the quarter. Curry drilled a barrage of 3-pointers, including a four-point play to cut the Memphis lead to only one point at the end of the first quarter.

Toscano-Anderson finished the first quarter with two points on 1-of-2 shooting from the floor with a rebound in six minutes.

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Report: Warriors signing forward Juan Toscano-Anderson to new two-year deal

According to Shams Charania and Anthony Slater of The Athletic, the Warriors are signing Juan Toscano-Anderson to a new two-year deal.

During his first full season with the Golden State Warriors, Juan Toscano-Anderson has made the most of his two-way contract.

The Oakland native has played in 51 games this season, including 15 starts, averaging 5.5 points on 58.5% shooting from the field with 4.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 20.5 minutes per contest. With his relentless hustle, highlight-reel dunks and fierce defense, Toscano-Anderson has quickly earned the respect of the Golden State fanbase. 

Before the regular season comes to a close, Toscano-Anderson is getting rewarded for his consistent impact on a two-way deal. According to Shams Charania and Anthony Slater of The Athletic, the Warriors are signing Toscano-Anderson to a new guaranteed two-year NBA contract.

Via @ShamsCharania on Twitter:

Prior to earning his first guaranteed NBA contract, Toscano-Anderson had a unique path to the Golden State Warriors. After going undrafted out of Marquette in the 2015 draft, Toscano-Anderson joined Mexico’s National Professional Basketball League. After three seasons with the LNBP, including a stop in Venezuela, Toscano-Anderson earned a spot on the Santa Cruz Warriors training camp roster in 2018.

Toscano-Anderson played two seasons with Golden State’s G League affiliate in Santa Cruz before joining the Warriors for 13 games in the 2019-20 season. After being released before the start of the 2020-21 campaign, the Warriors re-signed Toscano-Anderson on a two-way contract.

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Along with helping a run to the Western Conference play-in tournament, the 28-year-old will now be a piece of Golden State’s future plans when Klay Thompson and James Wiseman return from injury.

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Watch: Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson soars for rim-rocking two-handed dunk vs. Thunder

In the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Juan Toscano-Anderson soared to the bucket for an explosive two-handed slam-dunk.

Whether it’s selling out for a loose ball or hitting a clutch jumper, Juan Toscano-Anderson has built an impressive catalog of highlight-worthy plays in his first full season with the Golden State Warriors.

On Thursday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Oakland native tacked on another impressive highlight to his already solid resume. During the third quarter, Toscano-Anderson exploded past Oklahoma City’s defense in the lane to slam a rim-rocking two-handed dunk.

Toscano-Anderson’s emphatic dunk at the rim helped the Warriors create some much-needed space over the Thunder, extending their advantage to 10 points with just over three minutes remaining in the first half.

Via @NBCSWarriors on Twitter:

The 28-year-old forward finished the contest with seven points on 3-of-6 shooting from the field with nine rebounds and eight assists in 32 minutes off the bench.

Steph Curry scored a game-high 34 points on 11-of-21 shooting from the field to charge the Warriors victory over the Thunder, 118-97. The Warriors are slated to run it back in a rematch against the Thunder on Saturday at 7 p.m. at San Francisco’s Chase Center.

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Injury Report: Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson enters league’s concussion protocol after fierce hustle play vs. Celtics

After a fierce hustle play that caused a rough tumble over the scorer’s table, Juan Toscano-Anderson has been diagnosed with a concussion.

While Steph Curry has rightfully claimed headlines with his scorching performances during the Golden State Warriors season-best four-game winning streak, Juan Toscano-Anderson deserves some credit.

During Saturday’s thrilling contest between the Celtics and Warriors, Toscano-Anderson sold out for an impact play.

 With Boston gripping to a one-point lead with under six minutes remaining, Toscano-Anderson laid out for a loose ball near the sidelined that caused him to take a brutal tumble over the scorer’s table. Curry capitalized on Toscano-Anderson’s fierce hustle play by hitting a 3-pointer seconds later.

Via @TheHoopCentral on Twitter:

 Toscano-Anderson’s crash caused him to exit the game to the locker room with trainers. Following Golden State’s loss to Boston, Toscano-Anderson was diagnosed with a concussion.

Via @warriors on Twitter:

The Oakland native is coming off a career-high 20 points on 8-of-9 shooting from the floor with seven rebounds, three assists, a block and a steal in 31 minutes off the bench in Golden State’s 119-101 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

During Golden State’s winning streak, Toscano-Anderson is averaging 9.0 points on 74.7% shooting from the floor with four boards and 3.3 assists in 22.8 minutes per contest.

Toscano-Anderson will need to pass through the league’s concussion protocol before returning to Golden State’s rotation. The Warriors will have Sunday off before meeting the Eastern Conference-leading Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

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Injury Report: Juan Toscano-Anderson (left elbow soreness) out vs. Wizards on Friday

On Friday night, the Golden State Warriors will be without Juan Toscano-Anderson against the Washington Wizards due to elbow soreness.

To start a home back-to-back, the Golden State Warriors will be missing a piece in the second unit on Friday night. Prior to the start of the Warriors’ tilt with the Washington Wizards, Juan Toscano-Anderson was ruled out for the contest with left elbow soreness.

Via @anthonyVslater on Twitter:

Averaging 4.6 points per game on 55.7% shooting from the floor with 3.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 17.4 minutes per game, Toscano-Anderson has played an important role off the bench for the Warriors. The Oakland native has provided solid defense behind Draymond Green in Golden State’s frontcourt.

With Eric Paschall already sidelined with a hip injury, the Warriors will have a thin frontline with Toscano-Anderson against the Wizards. Kelly Oubre Jr., James Wiseman and Kevon Looney could play more significant roles down low on Friday.

The Warriors will meet the Wizards at 7 p.m. PT on Friday night at Chase Center.

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Watch: Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson throws down windmill dunk after steal vs. Kings

Juan Toscano-Anderson showed off his bounce with a must-watch windmill dunk against the Kings.

With Draymond Green sidelined due to an illness against the Sacramento Kings, the Golden State Warriors called on Juan Toscano-Anderson in the starting lineup on Thursday night. With an increased role against the Kings, the Oakland native had the opportunity to show off his athleticism.

Early in the first quarter, Toscano-Anderson swiped the ball away from De’Aaron Fox, leading to a wide-open fast break for the Warriors. With a clear lane to the rim, Toscano-Aderson added a moment to his highlight reel.

Toscano-Anderson exploded for a smoothing windmill dunk to pull the Warriors within two-points of the Kings.

Watch Toscano-Anderson’s dunk via @usatodaynba on Twitter:

Despite Golden State’s ugly 141-119 loss to the Kings, Toscano-Anderson registered an impressive performance, tallying 15 points on a perfect 6-of-6 shooting from the floor and 3-of-3 from long distance. Along with his efficient night scoring the basketball, the Marquette product added six rebounds, four assists and two steals in 26 minutes against the Kings.

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With the Warriors slated for the second leg of a back-to-back on Friday against the Atlanta Hawks, the Warriors could lean on Toscano-Anderson again in the starting lineup if Green still isn’t feeling well.

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Steph Curry, Juan Toscano-Anderson react to Jordan Poole’s explosive dunk for Santa Cruz Warriors

After Jordan Poole spiked a highlight-reel dunk in the G League’s Orlando bubble, Steph Curry and Juan Toscano-Anderson took note.

After tallying a game-high 29 points on 11-of-22 shooting from the field with 12 boards against the Iowa Wolves on Wednesday, Santa Cruz Warriors guard Jordan Poole turned to an aerial attack against the Memphis Hustle on Thursday.

On his way to 26 points in Santa Cruz’s sixth consecutive win, the Golden State 2019 first-round pick flashed his athleticism with a pair of highlight-reel dunks. In the first quarter, Poole flew by Memphis big Freddie Gillespie for a vicious one-handed slam.

Via @nbagleague on Twitter:

Following Poole’s emphatic throw down, a pair of his teammates with the Golden State Warriors took notice. On the Warriors’ off day after a four-game road swing, Steph Curry and Juan Toscano-Anderson went to social media to react to Poole’s dunk in the G League bubble.

While Toscano-Anderson dropped the eyeball emoji, the two-time Most Valuable Player chimed in on Poole’s bounce.

Via @StephenCurry30 on Twitter:

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When the Santa Cruz guard makes his return to Golden State’s rotation, Curry and Toscano-Anderson could be keeping an eye on Poole for a lob opportunity at the rim.

After the Warriors host the Charlotte Hornets at Chase Center on Friday night, Poole and Santa Cruz will be back on the hardwood at the Disney World campus on Saturday against the Long Island Nets.

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Warriors’ Juan Toscano-Anderson wants to double his rebounding average

After filling in nicely with injuries in the frontcourt, Juan Toscano-Anderson is setting high goals when it comes to rebounding for the Golden State Warriors.

With James Wiseman and Kevon Looney sidelined due to injury, two-way forward Juan Toscano-Anderson has slid into the Golden State Warriors frontcourt.

Since joining the starting lineup on Feb. 4 against the Dallas Mavericks, the Bay Area native is averaging 8.7 points on 48.9% shooting from the field with 7.7 rebounds and 2.5 assists. Outside the boxscore, Toscano-Anderson consistently brings a relentless level of effort paired with dependable defense.

Despite his steady numbers, the Bay Area native is setting lofty goals when it comes to rebounds. Prior to Golden State’s contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night, Toscano-Anderson revealed he would like to average close to 10 rebounds per game.

There is always standards that you always want to raise where we are. I’d be happy when I can get like a 14-15 rebound game. I think we can keep raising the bar and get better at that aspect…

Honestly, I want to try to average close to 10 rebounds per game. That was always my goal in the G League – I think I averaged nine point something. It’s hard to average 10 rebounds. That’s definitely a goal of mine. Kawhi Leonard always says, ‘board man gets paid.’ That’s where I find my value. Obviously, I’m going to try and find value throughout the floor, but yeah. I definitely want to get one of those 13, 14, 15 rebound games.

Listen to Toscano-Anderson’s full presser from Monday’s shootaround via Warriors SoundCloud.

Since joining the Warriors in February of 2020, Toscano-Anderson has surpassed double figures in rebounds twice. The Marquette product notched a career-high 11 boards against the San Antonio Spurs on Feb. 8.

With Wiseman and Looney still recovering from injuries, Steve Kerr and the Warriors will continue to lean on Toscano-Anderson alongside Draymond Green in the frontcourt. With an increased role, Toscano-Anderson will have the opportunity to see his rebounding numbers increase.

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