SAN FRANCISCO — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Washington Wizards with a score of 122-114, despite a concerning moment involving star player Stephen Curry. Curry managed to score 26 points before departing the game due to an issue with his left ankle during the closing minutes. He became entangled with the Wizards’ Jordan Poole under the basket, subsequently spending some time on the court before making his way to the bench.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr commented on the situation, noting that although Curry had his ankle taped while at his locker, he didn’t initially believe the injury would be serious. Meanwhile, Andrew Wiggins showcased an impressive performance, contributing significantly with 31 points and 11 rebounds.
In a notable storyline, Poole, who recently transitioned to the Wizards following a trade from the Warriors, showcased his abilities by scoring a remarkable 38 points. His strong performance came during his second appearance at Chase Center. The game became tightly contested when the Warriors found themselves only leading by one midway through the fourth quarter but promptly launched an 11-2 scoring streak. This surge was highlighted by two consecutive three-pointers from Curry that expanded their lead to double digits with just two and a half minutes remaining on the clock.
Draymond Green faced his own challenges, returning to the lineup after a series of three games sidelined due to illness, only to leave the game in the first quarter with tightness in his calf. An MRI is scheduled to assess the situation further.
At halftime, the Wizards held a slight edge, leading 60-53, with Poole contributing 23 points.
**Key Takeaways**
For the Wizards, this defeat marked their ninth consecutive loss, further compounding the struggles of a team missing critical wins. In contrast, the Warriors have climbed back over the .500 threshold but required a robust fourth quarter to secure victory against the league’s underperforming team.
**Significant Moment**
One of the game’s highlights came when Curry executed a dazzling display of dribbling and shot-faking against the Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly, ultimately sinking a three-pointer that lifted the Warriors to a decisive 115-105 advantage late in the game.
**Notable Stat**
Poole’s shooting performance was noteworthy as he successfully made 8 of his 15 attempts from beyond the arc, reaching the milestone of 900 career three-pointers. This accomplishment makes him the first player from the 2019 draft class to achieve this milestone.
Looking ahead, the Wizards will be facing off against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, while the Warriors are set to host the Boston Celtics on Monday.
