Injuries and Ejections Can’t Keep Warriors Down in Loss to Timberwolves
SAN FRANCISCO – After a rough start to the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Golden State Warriors found a spark of hope despite losing some key players due to injuries and ejections.
It all began with the loss of Stephen Curry just six hours before the game, followed by the ejections of Draymond Green and Klay Thompson just two minutes after the game began. The absence of these star players didn’t stop the Warriors from showing off their grit and determination during Tuesday night’s game.
Although the Timberwolves ultimately came out with a 104-101 win, the Warriors put up a strong fight despite the odds stacked against them.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr commented on the team’s performance, stating, “In order to win in the NBA, obviously you have to have talent. But you have to have energy. You have to bring something to the table, life-wise, joy-wise, energy-wise, competitiveness-wise. And that’s what I watched tonight from the whole group.”
The ejections of three starters – a first in NBA history – didn’t deter the Warriors from giving it their all. The team displayed a high degree of courage and determination, winning over the crowd with their effort.
Rookie Brandin Podziemski emerged as a standout player, scoring a team-high 23 points and displaying a resilient spirit. Despite the loss, the Warriors were able to stay competitive, leading the game at points throughout the night.
Looking ahead, the team faces the challenge of injuries and potential suspensions, with Curry out indefinitely and Green potentially facing a suspension. However, the Warriors are determined to continue bringing their A-game, as they prepare to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in their next matchup.
This performance gave Coach Steve Kerr much to contemplate and could set the tone for the rest of the season for the Warriors, should they continue to bring the same energy and persistence to future games.