The Golden State Warriors fell to a 27-27 record after a 111-107 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 42 points, while former Warrior Klay Thompson contributed 17 points. Stephen Curry had a strong game with 25 points and eight assists, but Irving’s timely shots in the final moments made the difference.
The Warriors will face the Houston Rockets on Thursday, the final game before the NBA All-Star break. Despite the looming break, head coach Steve Kerr voiced his frustration about the schedule, particularly the late game on Wednesday. Kerr criticized the NBA for prioritizing ratings over player rest and health, as the Warriors would have to travel to Houston for a 7 p.m. CT game after playing a late 8 p.m. CT game against the Mavericks.
Although the break begins on Friday, Kerr’s frustration was clear, as the Warriors face a tough road game in Houston after a taxing loss. Despite his complaints, Kerr acknowledged that the players would have time to rest soon, though it did little to ease his frustration with the schedule.
Fans quickly reacted to Kerr’s comments, with many questioning why he was so concerned about resting his players before the All-Star break. Some pointed out that the Warriors are currently hovering around a .500 record and fighting to avoid the Play-In Tournament, making every game important. The team is currently in 10th place in the Western Conference, just one game ahead of the Phoenix Suns.
With the Warriors’ playoff chances on the line, many fans argued that Kerr’s complaints were misplaced, urging the team to focus on securing wins. Back-to-back games, especially on the road, are always challenging, and with the Warriors in danger of dropping to 11th place, each game has become crucial for their playoff hopes. Despite the scheduling frustration, the Warriors must keep pushing for victories in the coming weeks.
