The Warriors were already missing Kevin Durant (indefinitely) and Kevon Looney (for the rest of the series) because of injuries, and now this? The Warriors are still a powerhouse in search of their fourth championship in five seasons, but they are not immune to sprains and strains, and the collective cost of so many battered body parts is mounting.
The Toronto Raptors took advantage against the Warriors’ depleted lineup, surviving everything that Stephen Curry could throw at them in a 123-109 victory. The Raptors, who took a two-games-to-one lead in the best-of-seven series, are two wins from their first title. Game 4 is Friday night at Oracle Arena.
Kawhi Leonard led Toronto with 30 points, while Kyle Lowry finished with 23 points and 9 assists. Danny Green shot 6 of 10 from 3-point range to finish with 18 points.
Absent Thompson and Durant, Curry tried to carry the Warriors, setting a career playoff-high with 47 points while shooting 14 of 31 from the field. He also had eight rebounds and seven assists. Draymond Green added 17 points in the loss.
It remains to be seen whether the Warriors will get some reinforcements in time for Game 4, though Kerr did offer a promising update on Durant’s status before Wednesday’s loss. Durant, the star forward who has been sidelined since he strained his right calf on May 8, is expected to scrimmage with teammates and coaches at the Warriors’ practice facility on Thursday.
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