In a disappointing performance, the Golden State Warriors were defeated by the Phoenix Suns 124-116 on Saturday night at Footprint Center. The Warriors, now on a four-game losing streak, struggled significantly during the first half, where the Suns built a lead as large as 29 points. Despite a strong second half rally led by Stephen Curry, who scored 35 points and surpassed the 24,000 career points mark, the Warriors were unable to close the gap. Curry stated, “We fought hard in the second half, but it’s a disappointing feeling” reflecting on the team’s struggle. Klay Thompson also contributed 28 points for the Warriors. The Suns were propelled by a powerful performance from Devin Booker, who scored 33 points, while Deandre Ayton added 16 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. The game exemplified the Warriors’ inconsistency as they fell to 10-12 on the season, showcasing challenges in both defense and offense that they must address moving forward. Head coach Steve Kerr commented, “We have to find a way to start games better. We can’t keep digging ourselves this deep.” The Warriors will look to regroup in their next outing, aiming to snap their losing streak and improve their standings in the Western Conference.
Warriors Suffer Fourth Consecutive Loss Against Suns Amid Steph Curry’s Historic Night
