The Golden State Warriors’ recent match against the Charlotte Hornets didn’t dazzle fans, but it extended the Warriors’ impressive streak with a 10th win in 12 games. Despite a lackluster first half where they tied a season-low of 43 points, the Warriors held a 14-point lead as the Hornets struggled to a league-worst 29 points in the first 24 minutes. While both teams improved offensively in the second half, the 95-84 final score resembled an outcome from decades past.
The game’s most notable moment occurred in the final seconds when an altercation broke out after the Hornets objected to a late layup by the Warriors’ Lester Quinones, resulting in ejections for Quinones and Hornets forward Grant Williams.
Overall, the game was characterized by poor shooting and turnovers, with both teams visibly fatigued from playing back-to-back games. Despite commendable defensive efforts, the game was marred by sloppy play, including missed open threes and turnovers.
Pretty sure the Hornets and Warriors just played the worst half of professional basketball I’ve ever seen.
This is not hyperbole. pic.twitter.com/fDhw5uHc7U
— Eric Lindquist (@EricLindquist) February 24, 2024
Golden State’s scoring was balanced, with Stephen Curry leading with 15 points, supported by Andrew Wiggins, Brandin Podziemski, Klay Thompson, and Gary Payton II, all scoring in double figures. Head coach Steve Kerr utilized his bench extensively, with 12 players seeing significant playing time.
Despite Jonathan Kuminga’s streak of double-figure scoring games ending, he contributed in other areas and finished with a positive impact on the game. The Hornets struggled shooting, managing only 36.4% from the field and 28.2% from beyond the arc, highlighting the Warriors’ improved defense.
While the game lacked excitement and standout moments, it continued the Warriors’ positive momentum after the All-Star break. With a record of 29-26, the Warriors are in good shape, especially with the Phoenix Suns’ loss to the Houston Rockets. Their next challenge will be against the reigning champions, the Denver Nuggets, after a day’s rest.
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