Warriors, despite Curry's injury, triumph over the Raptors

Posted : 21 March 2025

In a tense showdown in San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors managed to secure a 117-114 victory over the Toronto Raptors, despite a significant setback. The Warriors' star, Stephen Curry, was forced to exit the game prematurely due to a pelvic contusion, casting a shadow over their hard-fought win.

Curry's departure came with just over three minutes remaining in the third quarter, a moment that saw him land heavily on his back during a drive to the basket. At that point, the Warriors were trailing 88-83, making his absence a potentially critical blow. However, the team rallied, showcasing their depth and resilience.

Draymond Green delivered a stellar performance, matching his season-high with five successful three-point shots. He contributed significantly to the Warriors' offense and defense, adding seven rebounds, five assists, and four steals. The Warriors, who faced a 105-104 deficit with roughly seven and a half minutes left, managed to regain control. Jonathan Kuminga's crucial jump shot propelled them to a 110-105 lead, and a series of successful free throws in the closing minutes sealed their ninth win in the last ten games.

Golden State’s bench also provided vital support, with rookie Quinten Post delivering a career-high six three-pointers, totaling 18 points. Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski each added 16 and 15 points, respectively, demonstrating the team's ability to find scoring options beyond their star player.

For the Toronto Raptors, Scottie Barnes led the charge with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists. Immanuel Quickley contributed 21 points, while Jakob Poeltl added 18. Despite their strong shooting performance, including a 56.4% field goal percentage and 42.3% from three-point range, the Raptors suffered their third consecutive loss.

The Warriors established an early lead, finishing the first quarter with a 33-30 advantage, largely due to their effective three-point shooting. As the game progressed, Golden State capitalized on Toronto's focus on Curry, finding alternative scoring routes and extending their lead to 59-49.

A significant Toronto run in the third quarter briefly shifted the momentum, but the Warriors responded with a late surge, entering the final quarter with a narrow lead. The Warriors, playing without Gary Payton II, who was sidelined due to a knee injury, demonstrated their depth and ability to adapt.

Warriors, despite Curry's injury, triumph over the Raptors

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