Andrew Wiggins delivered a standout performance with 27 points, while Stephen Curry contributed 23 points and eight assists, leading the Golden State Warriors to a decisive 120-97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night.
Trayce Jackson-Davis added to the Warriors’ scoring with 14 points and also grabbed 11 rebounds, complemented by Buddy Hield’s 11 points off the bench. For the Hawks, Jalen Johnson led the charge with 15 points and 14 rebounds, and Trae Young notched a double-double with 12 points and 11 assists.
Draymond Green, who had been instrumental with multiple 3-pointers in his previous five games, struggled with his shot, going 0-for-4 from beyond the arc. He ended the night with nine points, nine assists, and seven rebounds, both he and Wiggins contributed defensively with two blocked shots each.
A concerning moment for the Warriors occurred when guard Brandin Podziemski left the game in the fourth quarter after being struck in the face. However, Coach Steve Kerr noted that x-rays on Podziemski’s nose, previously broken in a preseason game, came back negative.
Notable trends emerged from the game, especially for the Hawks: they haven’t secured a win at the Warriors’ home since March 26, 2021. On the Warriors’ side, Lindy Waters III stepped up in the absence of De’Anthony Melton, who is set for season-ending surgery due to a partially torn ACL.
Key moments included a critical steal by Jonathan Kuminga, who intercepted the ball from Bogdan Bogdanovic, leading to a transition dunk by Hield. Kuminga also played a pivotal role in assisting Hield’s subsequent 3-pointer, which allowed the Warriors to take a commanding lead of 29-17 and prompted a timeout from Atlanta. By halftime, the Warriors had built a substantial 67-42 advantage, largely thanks to Atlanta’s 11 first-half turnovers, which resulted in 15 points for Golden State.
Looking ahead, the Hawks will conclude their four-game road trip against Chicago on Friday, while the Warriors prepare to take on New Orleans the same night.
This strong performance reaffirms the Warriors’ competitive edge despite recent challenges, as they continue to build momentum going forward.