Warriors' Playoff Hopes Fading
Recent losses to the Jazz and Bulls have made the Warriors' playoff path tougher [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/warriors-nba-playoff-picture-gets-155154679.html] – will they even make the play-in tournament?
The Warriors have struggled recently, falling to 32-33 for the season, the first time they've been below .500 since December. They currently hold the ninth spot in the Western Conference. Steph Curry's absence due to a knee injury is a major factor, as the Warriors are 9-17 without him this season. He's expected to miss at least another 10 days, which translates to sitting out at least six more games. Draymond Green has also faced criticism for mistakes in recent close losses. Coach Steve Kerr acknowledged Green's costly foul against the Bulls but defended him, emphasizing his past contributions. Despite the challenges, the Warriors still have a decent chance of making the postseason. Their playoff odds are around 59.18%. They are likely locked into a play-in spot, as they are seven games ahead of the Grizzlies, who seem to be focusing on the upcoming NBA draft.
