GOLDEN STATE AND RAKUTEN EXTEND HISTORIC FOUNDING PARTNERSHIP

Multi-Year Partnership Evolves to Include Fan Experiences and Enhanced Member Rewards

SAN FRANCISCO, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden State and Rakuten Group have extended their historic founding partnership in a multi-year deal that includes fan-facing and community-focused initiatives with the Golden State Warriors, Golden State Valkyries and Santa Cruz Warriors.

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