How to Watch Warriors vs. Nuggets
The Golden State Warriors start their NBA Cup journey with a Friday night game against the Denver Nuggets. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM PT in Denver and will be streamed on Prime Video.
Recent Warriors Performance
The Warriors lost their last game on Wednesday to the Sacramento Kings, 121–116, despite a challenging lineup. Golden State was missing key players Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green, while the Kings played without Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis.
Young Warriors like Moses Moody and rookie Will Richard stepped up, combining for 58 points, but Sacramento's experienced roster prevailed. Russell Westbrook led the Kings with a triple-double of 23 points, 16 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Injuries and Lineup Updates
- Stephen Curry will not play, still recovering from illness.
- Draymond Green is expected to return for the game.
- Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody, and Al Horford are questionable.
Coach's Focus on Turnovers
After the defeat, coach Steve Kerr emphasized reducing careless turnovers. Golden State allowed 30 points off 19 turnovers versus Sacramento and ranks fourth in the league with 17.2 turnovers per game.
"Look for Golden State to put an extra emphasis on limiting turnovers in this one."
The Warriors aim to come back strong tonight with a sharper focus on ball control.
Summary: The Warriors face the Nuggets without Curry, aiming to improve ball control after recent turnover struggles and key injuries.