No Steph, No Problem? Steve Kerr’s Bold Lineup Gamble vs. OKC Had Fans Talking
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Steve Kerr's Bold Gamble Falls Short as Warriors Struggle Without Steph Curry
The Golden State Warriors faced a tough test against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday, entering the game on a two-game skid and without their superstar Steph Curry. Despite their strong 12-5 start to the season, Curry's absence forced head coach Steve Kerr to get creative with the lineup.
In a surprising move, Kerr started Brandin Podziemski, Lindy Waters III, Andrew Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga, and Draymond Green—an experimental lineup that had never played together. On paper, it wasn’t the worst combination, but the chemistry issues quickly surfaced.
The Thunder took full advantage, storming to a 39-23 lead in the first quarter. With Curry sidelined, Golden State’s offense struggled to find rhythm, leaning heavily on Andrew Wiggins, who managed 11 points in the first half. Meanwhile, OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on a clinic, scoring 19 points on an efficient 8-of-12 shooting by halftime.
Though this lineup shakeup didn’t deliver, there’s relief on the horizon—Steph Curry is expected to return soon, sparing Kerr from more high-stakes experiments. The Warriors will need their star back to regain momentum and handle teams like OKC.
Takeaway: Missing your best player isn’t just about scoring—it shakes the entire team’s dynamic. For the Warriors, this game was a clear reminder of just how crucial Curry is to their success.
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