Golden State Warriors:
Offense: (103.2) 30th
Defense: (111.3) 20th
Net: (minus -8.0) 27th
Games Week 13 (1-2): Won vs. Magic: 109-95 , Lost vs. Mavs: 97-124, Nuggets: 134-131 (OT),
Games Week 14 (3 games): Mon at Blazers | Weds vs. Jazz | Fri vs Pacers
With the loss to Denver, it marked the first time since the 2001-02 season the Warriors have lost 10 games in a row. Golden State looked good to take advantage of the injury-depleted Nuggets but failed to close out the game despite taking a 19 point lead.
Dallas took the Dubs down easily and Luka put on a show which was worthy of a Stephen Curry – Klay Thompson‘s response but unfortunately they were only spectators in this match.
The week wasn’t a complete loss as the Dubs posted an easy win over the visiting Orlando Magic who just finished the back-to-back LA set and looked road-weary in this contest.
The new narrative making the rounds is the Warriors are actively trying to tank to get the top draft pick. At least it’s not a Luka – Ja Morant – Zion year but still it’s a bit annoying knowing two bonafide All-Stars will return to the hardwood next season and likely be playing with one of the top three draft picks from this summer.