Golden State Warriors Fall Below .500 After Home Loss to Toronto Raptors
ICARO Media Group
In a disappointing home game at Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors suffered another setback as they fell two games below .500. The Sunday night match against the Toronto Raptors ended in a resounding loss, with the final score standing at 124-99 in favor of the Raptors.
As the Warriors struggled on the court, their fans grew increasingly frustrated. Boos rang out as the players entered the locker room at halftime, trailing by a staggering 27 points. Additionally, video footage captured fans leaving the arena early, a rarity during the successful Stephen Curry era.
Curry, usually a dominant force on the court, had a difficult night as he struggled with his shooting. He managed to convert only 2 of his 14 attempts from the field, shooting a dismal 14%. Even worse, Curry failed to make a single 3-point shot, going 0-for-9 from beyond the arc. Ultimately, he finished the game with a mere 9 points.
The absence of key players added to the Warriors' challenges. Forward Draymond Green and guard Chris Paul were unavailable for the match, forcing head coach Steve Kerr to experiment with different lineups. However, Green made a welcome return to the team, sitting courtside for the first time since his indefinite suspension. The NBA reinstated Green on Saturday, and it is expected that he will be back in action within the next few games.
With their current record of 17-19, the Warriors find themselves in 11th place in the Western Conference standings. To turn things around, they will face the New Orleans Pelicans (22-15) next Wednesday night at Chase Center in what promises to be a crucial match for the struggling team. Only time will tell if the Warriors can regain their winning ways and climb back up in the standings.