Warriors Snap Losing Streak with Win Over Wizards
The Golden State Warriors finally found their groove, breaking a five-game losing streak with a 125-117 victory against the Washington Wizards. This win brings them to a 3-7 record over their last ten games, putting their overall at 33-35. Sitting ninth in the Western Conference, they trail the Los Angeles Clippers by just one game and hold a 1.5-game lead over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Celtics on a Roll
On the other side of the country, the Boston Celtics are heating up, securing back-to-back wins with their latest triumph over the Phoenix Suns, 120-112. With a 7-3 record in their last ten games, the Celtics are firmly in second place in the Eastern Conference at 45-23. They’re a game ahead of the New York Knicks but still looking up at the Detroit Pistons, who lead by four games.
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
The Warriors are dealing with a slew of injuries, most notably to Steph Curry, who remains sidelined with right patellofemoral pain syndrome. Out since January 30, Curry is expected to be out for at least ten more days.
Al Horford is also out, nursing a right soleus strain. After playing just five minutes against the Timberwolves, he’s missed the last two games and will be reevaluated in a week.
Moses Moody is on the bench with a right wrist sprain. Despite his absence since March 2, he's been a solid contributor this season, averaging 11.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.
Gary Payton II, dealing with right foot injury management, is probable. He’s been a reliable presence, not missing a game since March 5 and averaging 6.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.6 assists over 61 games.
Quinten Post is questionable with right foot injury management. He missed the Wizards game but has been active in nine of the last 12 games, contributing 7.8 points, four rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 64 games.
LJ Cryer, managing a left hamstring injury, is also questionable. After missing the Wizards matchup, he’s averaging seven points and 1.7 rebounds in nine games this season.
Seth Curry is out due to a left adductor strain and will be reevaluated in a week. He’s seen limited action, playing in just four games this season.
Lastly, Nikola Vucevic is out following surgery on a fractured right ring finger. He’s been sidelined since March 6 and will be reevaluated in three to four weeks.
With these injuries, the Warriors face a challenging path ahead, but their recent victory could be the spark they need to climb back up the standings. Keep an eye on how they navigate this critical stretch of the season.