The Golden State Warriors are struggling to regain their form after acquiring veteran guard Dennis Schröder from the Brooklyn Nets. With a disappointing 16-15 record heading into their matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Warriors faced a crucial chance to turn their season around. However, they suffered a significant setback as the Cavaliers defeated them 113-95, marking the Warriors' 16th loss of the season.

In a standout performance, the Cavaliers' backcourt duo of Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland combined for 48 points, effectively neutralizing the Warriors' star player, Stephen Curry, who managed only 11 points in 29 minutes. Following the game, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr expressed his frustration, emphasizing the importance of a team's record in assessing their performance. He reflected on the team's decline since their strong start, noting that they have only won two of their last seven games since the trade.

Golden State's last winning streak ended on November 22nd against the New Orleans Pelicans, after which they held a promising 12-3 record. The recent struggles have raised concerns about the team's playoff aspirations, prompting speculation that further roster changes may be necessary to improve their chances for the remainder of the season.