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Warriors Overwhelm Short-Handed Pacers Behind Late Surge, 114–83

Steve Kerr said the team still lacks an identity despite the rout, with Stephen Curry expected back to open a six-game trip in Oklahoma City.

Overview

  • The game was tied late in the third before Golden State closed on a 10-0 burst and poured in 39 fourth-quarter points, including a Moses Moody four-point play.
  • Indiana was missing multiple regulars, providing context for the lopsided margin in a matchup that stayed close until the final 15 minutes.
  • Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 21 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, while rookie Will Richard added 15 off the bench.
  • Al Horford hit 4-of-6 from deep for 12 points and said Butler’s playmaking helped spring his best offensive outing with Golden State.
  • Stephen Curry missed a third straight game with flu-like symptoms but is expected to return Tuesday as the 6-5 Warriors start a six-game road trip at the Thunder.