The Golden State Warriors endured a strangely uneven week. It began in Minnesota with a complete no-show as Golden State was blown out 108–83 by the Timberwolves while missing arguably their top six in the rotation.
The Warriors responded by taking care of business against the league’s worst defense in Utah, posting a season-high in points and cruising to a comfortable victory. The week then closed with an arduous matchup against the Eastern Conference’s top-seeded Detroit Pistons. A disastrous first half ultimately proved too much to overcome, despite an inspired fourth-quarter rally.
Adding to the concern, Stephen Curry exited the game in the third quarter with knee soreness, leaving his status for Tuesday’s matchup against Philadelphia up in the air.