Warriors Struggle as Trae Young Leads Hawks to Victory – Draymond Green Calls It a "Bad Loss"
The Golden State Warriors suffered a disappointing 124-115 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night, with Trae Young leading the charge with 25 points and 10 assists. The defeat comes at a crucial time for the Warriors, who are fighting for a playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Warriors Falter Without Curry
The absence of Stephen Curry, who was sidelined due to a pelvic contusion, was evident throughout the game. Without their star player, the Warriors struggled to generate consistent offense and fell behind early.
Jimmy Butler III stepped up in Curry’s absence, scoring 25 points and dishing out 8 assists, but it wasn't enough to overcome Atlanta’s firepower.
Trae Young and the Hawks Take Control
The Hawks came out strong, setting the tone early with a dominant first quarter. Young orchestrated the offense brilliantly, finding open teammates and knocking down key shots.
Other key performances for Atlanta included:
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Georges Niang: 23 points, including six three-pointers, providing a major spark off the bench.
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Onyeka Okongwu: 20 points and 12 rebounds, controlling the paint on both ends of the floor.
Draymond Green Frustrated With Team's Effort
After the game, Draymond Green did not hold back his frustration, calling it a "bad loss" and criticizing the team's lack of urgency.
“We just didn’t come out ready to play. We thought we were just going to win the game, and they made us pay for it.”
Green also emphasized the importance of every game at this stage of the season:
“With 11 games left, every win matters. This was a terrible loss for us.”
What’s Next for the Warriors?
The Warriors now sit on the edge of the Western Conference playoff picture, making their upcoming games even more critical. If Curry remains out, they will need better defensive efforts and stronger contributions from their bench to stay in the playoff race.
Meanwhile, the Hawks continue their push in the East, showing that they are a dangerous team as the postseason approaches.
Stay tuned for updates as the Warriors look to bounce back in their next matchup!
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