The Golden State Warriors faced a disappointing defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers, losing 113-95 at Chase Center. This game marked a significant downturn for the Warriors, who had previously enjoyed a morale-boosting win against the Phoenix Suns. In this matchup, six Warriors players scored in double figures, but none managed to reach the 20-point threshold. Moses Moody led the team with 19 points, while Jonathan Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 18 and 16 points, respectively. However, the Warriors struggled to keep pace with the Cavaliers' backcourt duo of Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland, who combined for 48 points, significantly outscoring Golden State's Stephen Curry and Dennis Schröder, who managed only 23 points between them.

The Warriors' offensive woes were particularly pronounced in the second quarter, where they managed a mere 11 points, their lowest of the season. This dismal performance included shooting just 4-of-24 from the field and failing to convert any of their eight three-point attempts. The Cavaliers took advantage of this slump, outscoring Golden State 20-8 in that quarter. The game highlighted ongoing issues for the Warriors, including missed layups and defensive lapses, as they fell back to a .500 record at 16-16. Coach Steve Kerr expressed confidence in Buddy Hield, who has struggled significantly with his shooting, but the team must find solutions quickly to regain their momentum.