The Warriors faced a critical playoff loss in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves, with a final score of 102-97. Draymond Green's foul troubles forced him to sit during crucial moments, particularly in the fourth quarter, impacting the Warriors' defense. Coach Steve Kerr emphasized the need for the team to rely on their defensive strength to succeed without star player Stephen Curry. The Timberwolves capitalized on Green's absence, notably through Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards, who dominated in the second half, contributing significantly to their scoring and helping regain momentum in the game.
To pull out Game 3 with Curry clad in a gray Under Armour sweatsuit and a white ballcap, coach Steve Kerr said the Warriors would have to win with our defense.
The team defense was really good. Held them to 102. That's a pretty good number, Kerr said. But Randle and Edwards really both got going in the second half and that was the key.
With Green on the court for only 11 of the possible 24 minutes after halftime, the Timberwolves' scoring duo combined for 39 of their 60 total points in the second half.
The Timberwolves entered the final period shooting at a 40.6% clip and needed 31 points to reach triple digits. They put up 33 and finished the game a comfortable 43.9% from the field.
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