Warriors vs Pacers: Game Summary and Stats (11/9)
The Golden State Warriors hosted the Indiana Pacers, who arrived with a depleted roster. The Pacers were playing the second night of a back-to-back and had 10 players listed as injured. Meanwhile, the Warriors were without Stephen Curry, sidelined for a third consecutive game due to an undisclosed illness.
Game Progress and Key Moments
Despite their challenges, the Pacers put up a strong fight, keeping the game close during the second and third quarters. However, they could not overcome the deficit and ultimately lost 114-83, extending their losing streak to 1-9 this season. Their single win came against the Warriors earlier in the season, though Golden State now holds a 6-5 record.
What initially appeared to be a mismatch—with the Warriors’ experienced starters Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green facing an undermanned Pacers squad—took a surprising turn. Golden State jumped to a double-digit lead early in the first quarter, and many expected a straightforward victory.
"By halftime, the Pacers – who are without Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin, Obi Toppin, TJ McConnell – had tied the game. Andrew Nembhard, who had been suffering a shoulder injury, came back to make up for the missing firepower."
Despite the comeback effort, Indiana could not complete the rally. The Warriors secured a 31-point win, marking their largest victory margin in a game without Steph Curry since his NBA debut in the 2009-10 season.
"Contrary to Steve Kerr’s promise, he missed his third straight game due to an illness."
This game highlighted the Warriors’ depth, as the reinforcements overcame the absence of key players and dominated the contest.
Injury Impact on Teams
- Pacers missing 10 players including Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin, Obi Toppin, and TJ McConnell.
- Andrew Nembhard returned despite a shoulder injury.
- Warriors missing Stephen Curry for a third straight game due to illness.
Season Context
The Pacers struggle to find momentum with a 1-9 record, while the Warriors improve to 6-5, even without their star guard. Golden State’s victory showcased their bench strength and resilience.
Author's summary: The Warriors dominated the undermanned Pacers 114-83, winning by 31 points without Steph Curry, in a game that exposed Indiana’s injury woes and lack of depth.