Kuminga Shines Like a Star for Warriors Despite Pacers Loss
Jonathan Kuminga’s standout performance wasn’t enough to secure a win for the Warriors against the Pacers, but it showcased his potential.
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San Francisco: So, the Warriors faced off against the Pacers, and wow, Jonathan Kuminga really turned heads. Even though they lost, he dropped 26 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and dished out four assists. Not too shabby, right?
Coach Steve Kerr and the guys were all about Kuminga after the game. Curry was especially impressed, saying he was the best player on the court. He loved how Kuminga was aggressive and really went for it. It’s like he flipped a switch and just dominated.
Just a couple of days before, though, Kerr had some tough love for Kuminga. He wasn’t happy with his shot selection and wanted him to look for Curry more. But hey, it looks like Kuminga took that to heart and came out swinging against the Pacers.
Kerr praised him for playing smart and being in the right spots. It’s clear that they want this version of Kuminga on the court. He’s been on a bit of a rollercoaster this season, starting some games and coming off the bench for others. But he’s learning to roll with the punches.
Kuminga mentioned that he’s used to the ups and downs and just tries to keep his head up. He knows it can be tough, but he’s not letting it get to him. He’s all about doing his job, no matter what role he’s in.
He also shared that when he’s on, everything looks great, but when he’s off, it’s a different story. It’s all part of the game, right? But when he plays like he did against the Pacers, it really opens things up for the whole team.
His teammates are loving it too. Jackson-Davis said when Kuminga plays aggressively, it puts pressure on the defense and creates opportunities for everyone else. They just need him to keep that energy going.
So, while the loss stings, Kuminga’s performance is a bright spot for the Warriors. If he can keep this up, it could really change the game for them moving forward.