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Warriors on the Brink: Season Hangs in the Balance as Timberwolves Dominate First Half
With their backs against the wall, the Golden State Warriors traveled to Minnesota on Wednesday night, fighting to keep their season alive. Facing elimination in Game 5 of their playoff series, the Warriors—already without Steph Curry—found themselves in a deep hole after a dismal first half, trailing the Timberwolves 62-47.
Curry’s Absence Continues to Haunt Warriors
Golden State has struggled mightily without their superstar point guard, losing three straight games to fall into a 3-1 series deficit. Curry’s leadership, shot-making, and gravity on the court have been sorely missed, and in his absence, the Warriors have desperately needed others to step up. Unfortunately, their supporting cast has been inconsistent, leaving them just 24 minutes away from an early offseason.
Kuminga Shines, But Warriors Need More
One bright spot for Golden State has been the emergence of Jonathan Kuminga, who led the team with 11 first-half points off the bench. The young forward provided a much-needed spark, shooting 5-10 from the field, but his efforts alone weren’t enough to keep pace with Minnesota’s high-powered offense.Meanwhile, Draymond Green did his part to lead the starting unit, contributing nine points, five rebounds, and three assists in the first half. His relentless energy and playmaking kept the Warriors within striking distance, but his 4-8 shooting (including 1-4 from three) highlighted the team’s offensive struggles.
Green Climbs Playoff Scoring List
Despite the Warriors’ struggles, Green reached a personal milestone, surpassing NBA legends Walt Frazier and Gus Williams to move into 71st place on the NBA’s all-time playoff scoring list with 1,933 points (and counting). His leadership and experience have been crucial, but without Curry, even Green’s best efforts haven’t been enough to overcome Minnesota’s dominance.
Can the Warriors Mount a Comeback?
The Timberwolves have been the better team throughout the series, showcasing their depth, athleticism, and defensive intensity. While Green and Jimmy Butler have tried to shoulder the load, Golden State’s offense has looked stagnant, and their defense has been unable to contain Minnesota’s balanced attack.If the Warriors want to extend their season, they’ll need a massive second-half surge—something they’ve been capable of in the past. But with Curry still sidelined and the Timberwolves firing on all cylinders, the odds are stacked against them.As the clock ticks down on what could be Golden State’s final half of the season, one question remains: Can the Warriors dig deep and pull off a miracle, or is their championship era coming to an unceremonious end?
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