With Keith Smart replacing Don Nelson as head coach of the Warriors, defense is expected to play a more significant role in their team philosophy.

"Keith Smart is definitely defensive-minded," Stephen Curry said. "I know a lot of teams preach defense in the offseason, especially teams coming off a bad season. But (defense) will probably play a little bigger role now."

"It's crazy to me," Reggie Williams said. "I came in under Nelson. I just don't know what to say. It hit me by surprise. I'm just so happy to be a part of (Nelson's all-time NBA wins record)."