Warriors’ Offense Stalls in Blowout Loss to Cavaliers
The Warriors struggled offensively, suffering a 113-95 defeat to the Cavaliers, raising concerns about their performance.
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San Francisco: The Warriors had a rough night against the Cavaliers. After a good weekend, they faced a tough 113-95 loss at home. The Cavs, who are the top team in the NBA this season, took control early and never looked back.
Six Warriors scored in double figures, but none hit 20 points. Moses Moody led with 19, while Jonathan Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis followed closely. But it was the Cavs’ backcourt that really shined, outscoring the Warriors’ star duo, Stephen Curry and Dennis Schröder, 48-23.
After a nice win over the Suns, the Warriors are back to searching for answers. They struggled with missed layups and defensive mistakes, which have been ongoing issues. This loss marks the second straight season the Warriors have been swept by the Cavs in their two-game series.
Looking at the game, the second quarter was a disaster for the Warriors. They only managed 11 points, their lowest of the season. They shot poorly, hitting just 4-of-24 from the field and missing all eight of their three-point attempts. It wasn’t just the Cavs’ defense; the Warriors simply couldn’t find their rhythm.
Buddy Hield’s struggles continued, finishing with just two points on 1-of-8 shooting. He’s been off lately, and it’s becoming a concern. Coach Steve Kerr believes Hield will bounce back, but right now, it’s tough to watch.
Despite a strong start, where they led early on, the Warriors couldn’t maintain their momentum. They forced turnovers and had good ball movement, but one solid quarter isn’t enough to win a game. They need to find a way to put together a complete performance.