Warriors vs Pacers: Game Summary and Stats (11/9), 2025-26 NBA Season
The Golden State Warriors faced an understaffed Indiana Pacers team, who played their second game in a back-to-back with 10 players listed as injured. The Warriors were also without Stephen Curry, missing his third consecutive game due to an unspecified illness.
The Pacers struggled but managed to keep the game close during the second and third quarters. Despite their efforts, they could not overcome the deficit and lost by a wide margin, 114-83. This defeat extended their losing streak to 1-9 for the season. Their lone win was against the Warriors in their first matchup, though this Warriors squad now holds a 6-5 record.
Game Dynamics and Key Players
The game initially seemed uneven, with the Warriors’ experienced starters like Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green facing a depleted Pacers roster. Golden State took a double-digit lead early in the first quarter, leading many to expect a one-sided result.
"By halftime, the Pacers – who are without Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin, Obi Toppin, TJ McConnell – had tied the game."
Andrew Nembhard returned from a shoulder injury, providing much-needed energy for Indiana. However, the Pacers ultimately could not stage a comeback.
Notable Facts
- The Warriors won by 31 points, marking their largest victory in a game without Steph Curry since his NBA debut in 2009-10.
- Despite a previous promise from coach Steve Kerr, Curry was absent for the third straight game due to illness.
- Reinforcements managed to outplay the reported injury challenges during the game for Golden State.
Summary
The Pacers showed resilience but fell short, while the injured Warriors, led by their veterans, secured a decisive win without Steph Curry.
Author’s summary: Despite injuries and absent stars, the Warriors dominated the Pacers in a turn from an expected close game to a commanding 31-point victory.