After two straight disastrous showings against the Kings and Heat, the Warriors’ effort was in question for the first time all year. Head coach Steve Kerr called it a “crisis of confidence.” He needed to see more “competitive spirit.

Despite a well-rounded performance in which multiple members of the Warriors ' rotation made an impact, Buddy Hield set the tone. His perimeter shooting ensured Kerr's team had the necessary spacing for Golden State to be at its best. Hield scored 19 points, pulled down 5 rebounds and dished out 3 assists. He shot 5-of-11 from the perimeter.