Overview
- The defeat came a night after an overtime win over the Nuggets, leaving Golden State at 2–1 to start the season.
- Golden State committed 25 turnovers and struggled in transition under Portland’s defensive pressure and athleticism.
- Stephen Curry led all scorers with 35 points, adding six rebounds and three assists on 12-of-22 shooting.
- Fan game-thread reactions highlighted the lack of support, noting the Warriors’ bench combined for just five points.
- Kerr declined to cite fatigue and said Portland earned it, as the Warriors plan a brief reset before Memphis with De’Anthony Melton still rehabbing and a Seth Curry re-signing expected in mid-November.