Warriors Boast Triple 20-Point Scorers in Commanding 126-113 Triumph Over Knicks

Key Takeaways:

• Jimmy Butler led Golden State with 32 points and eight rebounds in Thursday night’s win
• Three Warriors – Butler, Stephen Curry (27), and Moses Moody (21) – posted 20 or more points for the eighth time this season
• New York suffered their seventh defeat in nine games and will host the Suns on Saturday night

Comprehensive Performance Propels Warriors Past Knicks

The Golden State Warriors produced a dominant home display to secure a 126-113 victory over the New York Knicks on Thursday night, driven by outstanding contributions from Jimmy Butler, Stephen Curry, and Moses Moody, who all surpassed the 20-point mark.

Butler spearheaded the scoring effort with 32 points and eight rebounds, while Curry exploded in the second half to finish with 27 points and seven assists. Moody delivered a career night from beyond the arc, making seven of nine three-pointers en route to 21 points. The trio’s output marked the eighth occasion this season the Warriors have had three players reach 20 or more points in a game. Brandin Podziemski bolstered the attack further, chipping in with 19 points.

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Knicks Continue Struggles During Gruelling Stretch

Despite resilient efforts from Deuce McBride and OG Anunoby, who each tallied 25 points, and Mikal Bridges, who added 21, the Knicks dropped their seventh game out of the last nine. New York were forced to play without Jalen Brunson, sidelined by a sprained right ankle sustained during a 112-101 defeat in Sacramento the night before.

Karl-Anthony Towns made a significant impact on the boards, pulling down a season-high 20 rebounds to go with his 17 points. The fixture was notable for Knicks first-year head coach Mike Brown, who faced a swift return to Golden State after previously being dismissed by Sacramento and serving as the Warriors’ top assistant.

Curry’s Second-Half Surge Lifts Warriors

Stephen Curry endured a slow start, missing his first four three-point attempts, and did not connect from downtown until 9:44 remained in the third quarter. This marked only the third time this season he was held without a made three-pointer in the opening half, the previous occurrence being on December 22 against Orlando when he went 0 for 6 before the break. Curry provided a pivotal moment by stringing together five consecutive points midway through the fourth quarter, extending Golden State’s advantage to 107-94.

Notable Statistics and Incidents

Moses Moody’s red-hot shooting performance, converting seven of nine attempts from deep, accounted for his sixth game this season with at least 20 points. Butler has now achieved 30 or more points for the second time in his last three appearances, and for the fifth time overall this campaign.

In a contentious moment, Draymond Green was called for a Flagrant 1 foul after a replay review determined he tripped Towns with 11:01 remaining in the contest.

Golden State suffered an injury setback late in the first quarter when reserve forward Gui Santos left the court with assistance following a collision with Josh Hart. Santos sprained his left ankle and did not return, with head coach Steve Kerr and medical staff attending to him at midcourt.

Upcoming Fixtures

• The Knicks will take on the Suns at home on Saturday night
• The Warriors are set to host the Hornets on Saturday night