Andrew Bogut denied having a rift with Scott Skiles when talking to the Journal Sentinel following his trade from the Bucks to Warriors.

"Definitely not," said Bogut about rumors of their strained relationship. "We got into it like anybody else. It's ridiculous. I never came out and said anything along those lines (of a rift). Skiles knew my value and that by defending you helped the team. We got along for the most part. I demanded the best of him; he demanded the best of you. So be it."

Bogut is excited about the new opportunity with the Warriors.

"Golden State is very excited to have me and I spoke to their GM (Larry Riley) last night. I'll get a chance to play with Steph Curry, David Lee and they have a talented rookie in Klay Thompson. They have some players to build around. It's exciting to start over but it's always hard and sad to leave."