Warriors Split Recent Games
The Golden State Warriors lost 113-109 to the Pelicans (NOP 17-42, GSW 30-28) but bounced back with a 133-112 victory over the Grizzlies (GSW 31-28, MEM 21-36). Other notable Tuesday scores included the Sixers beating Pacers 135-114, Cavs defeating Knicks 109-94 with Allen posting 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the Magic edging Lakers 110-109 on a buzzer-beater.
- In the 113-109 loss to the Pelicans, the Warriors struggled with ball security, committing 20 turnovers, and shot just 24.4% from three-point range on 45 attempts. - De'Anthony Melton led the Warriors in scoring against New Orleans with 28 points, while Moses Moody added 24. - The victory against the Grizzlies came on the second night of a road back-to-back, with Golden State leading by as many as 32 points in what was a crucial game for the Western Conference play-in tournament standings. - Both teams were shorthanded for the Warriors-Grizzlies matchup; Golden State was missing Stephen Curry, while Memphis was without Ja Morant. - During the loss to New Orleans, recently traded forward Jonathan Kuminga made his debut for the Atlanta Hawks, scoring a season-high 27 points. - Rookie Gui Santos had a mixed performance against the Pelicans, recording 15 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks, but also committing 6 turnovers. - Following the two-game road trip, the Warriors will return home for a stretch that includes games against the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers.
