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Shorthanded Warriors Upset Cavs 99-94 as Two-Way Guard Pat Spencer Shines in First Start

The 29-year-old former lacrosse star posted a career-high 19 points and seven assists in his NBA starting debut.

Overview

  • Golden State, down Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton, improved to 12-12 with the road win.
  • Pat Spencer scored 12 in the fourth quarter, drilled back-to-back threes to halt a Cavs rally and sealed it with late free throws.
  • Cleveland struggled offensively, shooting 10-for-42 from three, and home fans booed during another sluggish stretch.
  • Over his last three games, Spencer is averaging 17.3 points and 5.7 assists while operating on a two-way contract.
  • Steve Kerr lauded Spencer with a profane compliment before apologizing, and the Warriors expect several veterans back Sunday with Curry targeting a return next Friday.