Warriors’ Momentum Stopped by Disappointing Loss to Kings
The Warriors’ hopes for a winning streak were dashed by a heavy defeat against the Kings, leaving fans and players frustrated.
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San Francisco: The Warriors were riding high after winning two games at home, but that momentum came crashing down on Sunday night. They had a chance to snag their first three-game win streak in weeks, but instead, they fell flat against the Kings.
Right from the start, it was clear the Kings were ready to play. They capitalized on the Warriors’ mistakes, scoring 11 points off eight turnovers in the first quarter alone. The final score? A staggering 129-99 loss for Golden State, leaving Stephen Curry feeling pretty embarrassed.
Curry didn’t hold back, saying, “Nobody likes to get embarrassed like that.” The Warriors had a real chance to make a statement, but the Kings brought the heat and took advantage of every misstep.
Coach Steve Kerr pointed out that the 22 turnovers were a game-changer, giving Sacramento 34 points. He noted that the turnovers felt more like bad decisions than forced errors, which is even more frustrating. The Warriors needed to come in with a clear purpose, but it just didn’t happen.
They struggled with missed shots and careless passes, looking like a team that wanted to win but didn’t really put in the effort. They started the game with a turnover just 21 seconds in and ended the half with 14 turnovers, which allowed the Kings to take a commanding 75-51 lead.
Curry, who scored 26 points but also had four turnovers, said, “We’re not really built to have that crazy comeback.” The Warriors never got closer than 23 points in the second half, and fans began leaving the arena when the team was down by 30.
Even with some key players missing, like Jonathan Kuminga and Gary Payton II, the Warriors just couldn’t find their rhythm. Kerr acknowledged that the Kings were getting downhill on them, making it tough to defend.
Malik Monk was a standout for Sacramento, scoring 26 points and dishing out 12 assists. The Kings dominated the paint and the perimeter, leaving the Warriors scrambling.
This game felt a lot like their previous playoff matchup last April, where the Kings also came out on top. Kerr shrugged off the poor performance, saying these nights happen in the NBA and credited the Kings for their play.
He mentioned that the Warriors have been in more close games than any other team, but this time, they just weren’t competitive. Fans are hoping this is just a minor setback on their journey to a playoff spot.
But the turnovers are a real concern. They’ve been a persistent issue for the Warriors, and it’s something that better teams usually fix as the season progresses. It’s definitely something to keep an eye on moving forward.