The Golden State Warriors suffered a 123-117 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, a tough defeat after leading by 17 points at halftime. While late-game struggles and turnovers cost them, the Warriors still showed resilience despite missing key players like Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga, and Kyle Anderson.
Here’s a breakdown of individual performances, grading each Warrior based on expectations and their impact on the game.
Andrew Wiggins: A-
(38 minutes, 25 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 3 turnovers, 2 fouls, 8-for-20 FG, 5-for-11 3PT, 4-for-5 FT, -8)
Wiggins stepped up offensively, leading the team in scoring with 25 points. He hit some big shots late in the game and contributed on defense. His effort was a bright spot in an otherwise frustrating finish for Golden State.
Gary Payton II: C
(13 minutes, 8 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 turnovers, 3 fouls, 3-for-6 FG, 1-for-3 3PT, 62.1% TS)
Payton had some impressive plays on both ends but also struggled with turnovers (4 in 13 minutes) and fouls. His energy was valuable, but his decision-making was inconsistent.
Kevon Looney: C+
(9 minutes, 0 points, 2 rebounds, 2 fouls, 0-for-3 FG, 0.0% TS, +6)
Looney returned to the starting lineup but played limited minutes due to illness. He wasn’t effective offensively but still finished with the best plus/minus on the team.
Buddy Hield: A
(25 minutes, 17 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals, 1 turnover, 2 fouls, 6-for-12 FG, 5-for-9 3PT, 70.8% TS, +3)
Hield delivered an efficient scoring night, knocking down five three-pointers while maintaining solid defensive effort. His performance was one of the best on the team.
Steph Curry: B+
(34 minutes, 14 points, 3 rebounds, 12 assists, 3 turnovers, 1 foul, 6-for-11 FG, 1-for-4 3PT, 61.2% TS, +2)
Curry acted as a facilitator, racking up a season-high 12 assists. However, he struggled to create his own shot in the second half as Sacramento’s defense locked him down. His scoring output was low, which hurt the Warriors in crunch time.
Moses Moody: B
(26 minutes, 11 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 fouls, 4-for-10 FG, 3-for-7 3PT, -4)
Moody contributed with three timely three-pointers and played turnover-free basketball. While he could have rebounded better, his shooting and effort kept the Warriors in the game.
Trayce Jackson-Davis: A-
(24 minutes, 11 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 4 fouls, 4-for-6 FG, -2)
Jackson-Davis showed great defensive effort against Domantas Sabonis while also dominating the glass. He’s developing into a key contributor, showing aggression and improved finishing around the rim.
Lindy Waters III: C
(14 minutes, 3 points, 2 assists, 1 block, 1 turnover, 1 foul, 1-for-2 FG, -10)
Waters had a quiet night and struggled defensively. His -10 plus/minus tied for the worst on the team, making it a tough outing.
Dennis Schröder: D+
(21 minutes, 7 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 turnovers, 3 fouls, 3-for-8 FG, -5)
Schröder is still adjusting to the Warriors’ system and struggled with turnovers (5 in 21 minutes). Steve Kerr moved him to the bench, signaling his ongoing struggles.
Quinten Post: B+
(15 minutes, 5 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, 5 fouls, 2-for-5 FG, -10)
Post played meaningful minutes and showcased his size and rebounding ability. Despite some rookie mistakes and five fouls, he displayed potential that Kerr wants to explore.
Gui Santos: A
(23 minutes, 16 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 turnover, 1 foul, 6-for-9 FG, 4-for-5 3PT, 88.9% TS, 0 +/-)
Santos was one of the Warriors’ best players in this game. He shot 4-for-5 from three, played solid defense, and hustled throughout. His efficiency and versatility make him a strong candidate to stay in the rotation, even when key players return.
Key Takeaways from the Game
- Gui Santos continues to impress, proving he deserves a bigger role.
- Steph Curry’s passing was elite, but the Warriors need him to be more aggressive scoring.
- Andrew Wiggins carried the offense for most of the game.
- Turnovers (19 total) and late-game execution cost the Warriors the win.
- The team struggled without key defensive players, missing Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga.
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