""We just had a lack of purpose and energy, really right from the start," Kerr said. "Competitive fire, connection, a competitive edge. We didn't have it.""
""We've got to take pride in our individual matchups, we all have to play for each other and try to go at these guys on the defensive end, and play with force," Post said. "Tonight, it didn't feel like we did that. It felt like we were just kind of passive and let them attack us.""
""I failed," Green said. "If our defense looks as (expletive) as it does, I've failed.""
The Warriors lost 129-104 to the Nuggets amid a clear lack of purpose and energy from the opening moments. Competitive fire, connection and an edge were absent, and defensive breakdowns were most apparent as the team surrendered excessive points. A veteran took personal responsibility for the defensive lapses, while younger players shot poorly and appeared passive, allowing opponents to attack. Missing the team's best player did not excuse the performance, and calls were made for greater pride in individual matchups and collective defensive effort.
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