Steph Curry Reflects on Warriors’ Defeat to Pacers
Stephen Curry scored 24 points leading the Golden State Warriors, but the team lost 114-109 to the Indiana Pacers on Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Team Struggles and Turnovers
Curry admitted the team had difficulties, especially in the third quarter. The Warriors had an 88-82 lead going into the final period but were unable to maintain it as Quenton Jackson scored 12 of his 25 points in the last quarter.
“There are parts of the game where we just…made it too hard on all of us with not getting organized, bad possessions, a little lack of energy. And you give a team like that life,” Curry said.
“There were a couple possessions…turnovers in the third quarter…you give them a fast break layup. It changes the momentum,” he added.
Importance of Decision-Making
Curry emphasized the need for clearer decision-making in critical moments on the court.
“I got to be better just being more decisive, more aggressive, even not to shoot, but to play make and get everybody organized,” he said.
Professionalism and Preparation
As a veteran, Curry stressed the significance of being prepared physically and mentally to perform at the highest level.
“Just be professional, understand what you need to do to get your body, your mind ready to bring your best self…you have to demonstrate that, execute it,” he stated.
Overall, Curry highlighted the team’s defensive lapses and turnovers as key factors in the defeat and called for improved focus and organization.
Author’s summary: Steph Curry pinpointed turnovers, defensive lapses, and a need for sharper decision-making and professionalism as pivotal reasons for the Warriors’ narrow road loss to the Pacers.