What we learned as Warriors waste Klay’s big game in loss to Clippers originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Draymond Green’s absence was felt as the Warriors couldn’t overcome the loss and fell to the Clippers 121-113. They have struggled this season in games where Green has missed or been ejected, now holding a record of 3-9.
Despite Curry’s struggles, Klay Thompson shined with a season-high 30 points, while Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden delivered a strong performance. The Warriors had a disappointing loss with yet another close game going the opposition’s way, leaving them with a 9-11 record in clutch games.
Here are three takeaways from the matches:
Starting Lineup Shakeup
Coach Steve Kerr made significant changes to his first five to replace Green, giving opportunities to younger players like Jonathan Kuminga and rookie Brandin Podziemski. They showed potential and could become mainstays in the lineup moving forward.
Wiggins’ Response
Andrew Wiggins had to come off the bench for the first time in his NBA career, showcasing a strong and decisive performance that the Warriors hope to see more of from him in the future.
