The Golden State Warriors had their seven-game winning streak snapped in disappointing fashion, falling 114-105 to a shorthanded Denver Nuggets team in San Francisco. Despite missing key players Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, and Christian Braun, Denver dominated the game behind Aaron Gordon’s season-high 38 points.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr did not hold back in his postgame assessment.
“We played poorly out of the gate and never found rhythm. They played great—the right team won. We didn’t deserve it. We were awful,” Kerr said bluntly.
The loss marked just the second in 14 games for Golden State, who have surged in the standings since acquiring Jimmy Butler. However, Kerr acknowledged that the team struggled with turnovers and lacked energy, a problem that has surfaced multiple times this season.
Curry’s Fatigue and Butler’s Leadership
Superstar Stephen Curry, who has been carrying the team in recent weeks, had a tough night with seven turnovers, 20 points, and seven assists. Kerr noted that Curry has been visibly fatigued, especially after leading the Warriors to a 14-2 record since Butler’s arrival.
“Steph’s been amazing, but he’s tired,” Kerr admitted. “We have to find a way to get his energy back. We might need to consider giving him some rest.”
With the Warriors currently holding onto the sixth seed in the Western Conference, their playoff hopes remain alive. Butler, averaging 16.4 points, 5.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds since joining the team, is prepared to take on more responsibility.
“That’s on me and everyone else to step up,” Butler said. “We have to make sure we give Steph a break and execute better.”
Golden State will now turn its focus to maintaining their position in the standings with 14 games left in the season. Whether they can keep pace without overworking Curry remains the biggest question heading into the final stretch.
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