Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson is struggling to adjust to not being part of Steve Kerr’s closing lineup. Thompson openly admitted that it’s hard for him to go from being one of the best players to being benched. This happened for the second time in three games, with 21-year-old Brazilian rookie Gui Santos taking over Thompson’s spot. Santos impressed coach Steve Kerr with his performance, delivering 4 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 shot block in the fourth quarter. Thompson watched from the bench as Santos thrived, accepting the decision and expressing happiness for the young guys. Despite his diminishing role, Thompson made solid contributions in the game. However, his performance in February has been poor compared to his solid January numbers.
The Golden State Warriors had a rough shooting night from beyond the arc, only making 4 three-pointers. However, their dominance in the paint more than compensated for it, as they outscored their opponents by a whopping 72-38 in points inside.
Jonathan Kuminga continued to impress with an impressive performance, scoring 28 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. He was efficient from the field, shooting 9 of 18, with the majority of his baskets coming from inside the paint.
Stephen Curry, the star of the team, contributed 29 points, with 4 of his 6 made shots coming from close range. Another notable player was Podziemski, who recorded 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting an impressive 4 of 5 in the painted area.
Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr praised the team’s efforts, describing it as a strong collective performance. This victory marked their third win in the last four games, showcasing their growing momentum and potential.