The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday afternoon, looking to recover following a disappointing 141–127 overtime loss to the Toronto Raptors. The matchup will take place at 4:30 PM PT at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and can be viewed on NBC Sports Bay Area.
In their previous game, Golden State seemed to have control at various points but ultimately fell short as the Raptors intensified their defensive pressure, resulting in 20 turnovers that led to 35 points for Toronto. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr emphasized the need for better organization during critical moments, particularly in the fourth quarter.
“They turned up the pressure. We didn’t handle it well and they scored 35 points off our turnovers. That was the game,” Kerr remarked after the loss. The Raptors’ Scottie Barnes showcased a remarkable performance, recording the first 20/20/10 game in franchise history with 23 points, 25 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Looking ahead to the matchup with Brooklyn, both Steph Curry and Draymond Green are expected to start despite the back-to-back circumstances, with Jimmy Butler listed as probable due to back soreness. In the prior contest, the dynamic duo was pivotal in the offense, with Curry leading all scorers with 39 points and Green contributing 21 points, alongside Butler who added 19 points.
This offensive prowess will be crucial as the Warriors go up against a Nets team that, despite a 10–19 record, has demonstrated a strong defensive performance over their last ten games, boasting the league’s top-ranked defense during that stretch. The Nets are currently on a three-game winning streak, showing significant improvement.
With the goal of bouncing back from their recent defeat, the Warriors will need to display sharper and more disciplined play against a resurgent Brooklyn team. Fans are looking forward to witnessing if Golden State can harness their veteran experience and offensive firepower to get back on track.
Projected starters for the game include:
Warriors: Steph Curry, Moses Moody, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, Quinten Post
Nets: Egor Demin, Terance Mann, Michael Porter Jr., Noah Clowney, Nic Claxton
Overall, Monday’s game presents an opportunity for the Warriors to re-establish their rhythm and climb back towards a winning record, injecting optimism among fans as the season progresses.