Warriors Look to Continue Momentum Against Struggling Wizards
The Golden State Warriors are back at the Chase Center tonight, January 18, 2025, as they host the Washington Wizards in a highly anticipated matchup. After a nail-biting 116-115 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves earlier this week, the Warriors are looking to build on their momentum and solidify their standing. With a .500 record, Golden State sits at 20-20 and is hoping to improve its performance on home court, where they’ve been fairly inconsistent this season with a 10-10 record.
The Warriors come into this game feeling confident, thanks to their superstar Stephen Curry. Curry’s clutch shooting sealed the win for Golden State against the Timberwolves, as he finished with 31 points. This was another dominant performance for Curry, who has been putting up remarkable numbers lately. It was his fifth game in the past six outings where he scored 26 or more points, showcasing why he is one of the most lethal players in the NBA today. The Warriors also get a boost with the return of Draymond Green, who missed three games but is expected to make a significant impact with his defensive prowess and leadership on the court.
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On the other hand, the Wizards are entering this game under challenging circumstances. With a dismal 6-33 record, they have the worst record in the NBA and are currently on an eight-game losing streak. Washington has struggled both offensively and defensively, ranked last in both categories. Their only road victory of the season came quite a while ago, and the team seems to be headed toward another lottery pick, hoping to add more talent to a roster that includes promising young players like Alex Sarr, the No. 1 overall pick in the latest draft.
One of the few bright spots for the Wizards is Jordan Poole, their leading scorer with a career-high 21.4 points per game. Poole, who played a key role in the Warriors' previous championship run, has shown notable improvements in his second season with Washington, including shooting 40% from beyond the arc, a significant jump from last year’s 32.6%. This performance will be something to watch, as Poole faces off against his former teammates, and you can bet that the Warriors will be eager to defend him fiercely. Poole's presence on the floor will test the Warriors' defense, but with the firepower of Curry, the returning Green, and a solid supporting cast, Golden State looks to dominate the matchup.
The projected starting lineup for the Warriors includes Steph Curry, Dennis Schroder, Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green, and Trayce Jackson-Davis. For the Wizards, Jordan Poole, Carlton Carrington, Bilal Coulibaly, Kyle Kuzma, and Alex Sarr will take the court. With the game being held at the Chase Center in San Francisco, fans will be eager to see if the Warriors can continue their push towards a playoff spot and maintain their dominance against a struggling Wizards team.
The game will tip off at 5:30 PM PT, and fans can catch the action on NBC Sports Bay Area or through various streaming services. As the Warriors head into this stretch of home games, they need to secure victories against teams like the Wizards if they hope to climb the standings and keep their playoff hopes alive. Will Curry’s sharpshooting and Green’s defense be enough to keep the Wizards at bay, or will Washington pull off an upset? The stage is set for an exciting clash, and it’s one that Warriors fans won’t want to miss.
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