Steph Curry-less Warriors catch fire late, blow out Pacers

The Golden State Warriors, despite missing Steph Curry, dominated the Indiana Pacers with strong performances from Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, and Al Horford. Despite a challenging schedule and some key absences, the Warriors faced a Pacers team missing several significant players, including Tyrese Haliburton, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam, T.J. McConnell, Bennedict Mathurin, Obi Toppin, and Quenton Jackson.

Early struggles but eventual breakout

The game remained close for almost three quarters as the Warriors struggled offensively. The team's inability to make shots made the first part of the match an intense defensive battle. The score was tight enough that it seemed the game could go either way.

“It was such an offensively challenged game that, up until the fourth quarter, my working headline was Warriors win/lose battle of the bricks.”

Defensive intensity and quick start

Despite offensive challenges, the Warriors began effectively, playing scrappy defense and limiting good scoring opportunities for the Pacers. They quickly jumped to a 13-4 lead, showing early control.

Decisive finish

When the Warriors finally found their rhythm in the fourth quarter, they pulled away decisively, finishing with a 114-83 win at the Chase Center. This victory helped ease concerns about their slow start to the season and showed their resilience even without their star player.

Key absences and context

Warriors played without Steph Curry.
Pacers were missing multiple key players with only one win so far this season—against the Warriors.

“Winning was the only acceptably outcome, and it took the Warriors quite a while to get there. But when they got there … my goodness did they get there, as they sent the fans at the Chase Center home happy with a 114-83 victory.”

Overall, the Warriors showed patience and determination, turning a slow, low-scoring game into a commanding win.

Author's summary: The Warriors overcame a slow start without Steph Curry, using strong defense and a late surge to secure a convincing 114-83 victory over an undermanned Pacers team.

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Golden State Of Mind — 2025-11-10