After Milwaukee shut down trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Golden State shifted course and traded Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to Atlanta for Kristaps Porzingis to strengthen its frontcourt and create future cap flexibility.
Golden State faces a difficult test against a surging Clippers team led by an elite Kawhi Leonard.
Despite injuries, a slipping record, and fading title hopes, Golden State remains committed to competing as long as Stephen Curry can return.
Golden State says Moses Moody is progressing in his recovery from a wrist sprain but will miss at least one more game as the team manages several injuries.
Golden State surged past Miami in the second half to spoil Andrew Wiggins’ return, while Bam Adebayo endured a rare off night after a recent scoring resurgence.
Golden State closed on a 19–5 run and survived a chaotic final possession to steal a 114–113 win over Memphis while still awaiting the return of injured stars Stephen Curry and Kristaps Porzingis.