Away game against the Pelicans! Cole: I originally hoped that Looney could stay with the team. I am happy for him and miss him very much.

Today, the Warriors challenge the Pelicans away from home. Before the game, coach Cole was interviewed.

Talking about Looney, his former disciple who is now playing for the Pelicans, Cole said: "I originally hoped that he could stay, but the reality is that he came here. We are really happy for him, and at the same time, we miss him very much."

Looney signed a two-year, $16 million contract with the Pelicans during the offseason.