Warriors beat Pistons 107-104 on Thursday night. There were six players that scored in double figures, so it was a pretty all-around effort.
Golden State Warriors vs Detroit Pistons Match Summary
Buddy Hield had 19 points and the Golden State Warriors broke a two-game losing streak by beating the Detroit Pistons 107-104 on Thursday night game. Building an 18-point lead early on, the Warriors had to hold on tight as the Pistons made a strong comeback in the late stages. A three-point attempt at the buzzer rimmed out for Malik Beasley, saving the Warriors from overtime.
The Golden State Warriors celebrate a much-needed win after two tight losses at home: one against Miami—where they suffered a defeat by 16 points—and another against Sacramento, where they lost by 30 points. Head Coach Steve Kerr challenged his team by mentioning that the loss of his childhood home to the California wildfires was a personal challenge that should be overcome to show more competitive spirit. The call positively hit the Warriors as they delivered an amazing show in Detroit.
Stephen Curry had a rough game, scoring 17 points on 5-of-21 shooting from the field and an underwhelming 2-of-14 from three-point range. The Golden State Warriors, however, got great support from the role players without Andrew Wiggins, who took the night off for personal reasons. Trayce Jackson-Davis stepped up big, earning a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Dennis Schröder, Gui Santos, and Lindy Waters chipped in with 37 points combined, helping keep them afloat.
The Pistons took a step back in their last game, which dropped them in the standings after a strong stretch of five straight wins and eight victories in their last nine games. Cade Cunningham led the way in that one with a strong 32 points, eight assists, and six rebounds. Malik Beasley added 21 points, though he had a rough shooting night from beyond the arc, making just 4 of 14 attempts. Tobias Harris and rookie Ron Holland also chipped in with 13 and 11 points, respectively, as the team tried to make up for the loss of Jaden Ivey, who is out with a broken leg.
Draymond Green made a huge difference in the game with a series of critical plays. He had an altercation with Holland before delivering a thunderous dunk. A little later, he took a charge from the rookie Holland and passed to Hield, who knocked down a three-pointer to increase Golden State’s advantage to 92-78.
The Warriors won a hard-fought game against the Pistons, who gave a challenge to the Warriors. That represented just their seventh in 22 games, a stark contrast to the 12-3 start that began their season. With that in mind, let’s break down individual performances from Thursday night’s contest.
Key Players Winning Team (Golden State Warriors)
1) Buddy Hield: B
Stats: 19 PTS, 5 REB (1 OREB, 4 DREB), 3 AST, 1 STL, 0 BLK, 0 TO, 2 PF, 7-15 FG, 5-11 3PT, 0-0 FT, 0, 32 MIN
Hield was the Warriors’ standout scorer in their recent match, contributing 19 points with an impressive 5-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc. He also grabbed 5 rebounds and provided 3 assists, playing a key role in maintaining the team’s offensive momentum. Although he didn’t attempt any free throws or make a significant defensive impact, his timely three-point shooting was crucial in fending off a late surge from the Pistons. However, his neutral plus-minus indicates that his overall influence on the game’s outcome was somewhat limited.
2) Trayce Jackson-Davis: B
Stats: 14 PTS, 10 REB (2 OREB, 8 DREB), 3 AST, 0 STL, 0 BLK, 1 TO, 1 PF, 7-9 FG, 0-0 3PT, 0-2 FT, +16, 26 MIN
Jackson-Davis had a strong game, scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds for a double-double. He shot impressively, making 7 of 9 attempts from the field. His +16 plus-minus score showed that he had a positive impact on the game. He was dependable in the paint on offense and defense. However, his free-throw shooting was a bit off, as he missed both of his attempts. He also did not record any defensive stats, which kept him from receiving a higher grade.
3) Stephen Curry: B
Stats: 17 PTS, 10 REB (2 OREB, 8 DREB), 6 AST, 2 STL, 0 BLK, 3 TO, 0 PF, 5-21 FG, 2-14 3PT, 5-5 FT, -14, 36 MIN
Stephen Curry faced a tough night on the court, shooting just 5-of-21 overall and a disappointing 2-of-14 from three-point range. Despite these scoring struggles, he still managed to make an impact in other areas, contributing 10 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals. His performance was characterized by inefficiency, as indicated by a -14 plus-minus rating. However, he redeemed himself to some extent by shooting perfectly from the free-throw line, going 5-of-5, and he demonstrated leadership during crucial moments of the game.
4) Dennis Schröder: B
Stats: 13 PTS, 0 REB, 6 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 2 TO, 5 PF, 5-11 FG, 1-5 3PT, 2-2 FT, +7, 35 MIN
Schroder contributed 13 points and 6 assists in 35 minutes, demonstrating his ability to facilitate plays effectively. Although his shooting was somewhat inconsistent—hitting 5 of 11 from the field and struggling with just 1 of 5 from beyond the arc—he maintained control of the offense during crucial moments. While his defensive aggressiveness was limited due to 5 personal fouls, his overall steady playmaking earned him a commendable evaluation.
5) Gui Santos: B
Stats: 13 PTS, 5 REB (3 OREB, 2 DREB), 3 AST, 2 STL, 0 BLK, 4 TO, 3 PF, 4-6 FG, 4-6 3PT, 1-2 FT, +7, 26 MIN
Santos made a significant impact coming off the bench, scoring 13 points with impressive efficiency. He shot 4-of-6 from the field and 4-of-6 from three-point range. In addition to his scoring, he contributed 5 rebounds and 3 assists, showcasing his all-around play. However, his performance also included 4 turnovers and 3 personal fouls, which indicated some inconsistency. Despite these lapses, his +7 plus-minus rating highlights his positive influence on the team’s overall success, particularly due to his sharp shooting from long distances.
6) Lindy Waters III: B
Stats: 11 PTS, 2 REB (0 OREB, 2 DREB), 0 AST, 0 STL, 1 BLK, 1 TO, 0 PF, 4-8 FG, 3-7 3PT, 0-0 FT, +6, 19 MIN
Waters contributed 11 points in 19 minutes, hitting 3-of-7 from three. While his overall stat line was modest, his +6 plus-minus and ability to space the floor provided a boost off the bench. His lone block and low turnover count also added to a solid, though not spectacular, performance.
7) Kevon Looney: B
Stats: 8 PTS, 8 REB (3 OREB, 5 DREB), 3 AST, 2 STL, 1 BLK, 0 TO, 3 PF, 4-6 FG, 0-0 3PT, 0-1 FT, -14, 21 MIN
Looney delivered another reliable performance, scoring 8 points on an efficient 4-of-6 shooting while grabbing 8 rebounds, three of which were on the offensive end. In addition to his scoring and rebounding, he contributed 3 assists, 2 steals, and a block. However, despite these solid defensive efforts, his -14 plus-minus indicates that the team struggled while he was on the court, likely due to overall defensive lapses.
Golden State Warriors vs Detroit Pistons Box Score Jan 9th, 2025
Golden State Warriors Box Score
| Golden State Warriors | ||||||||||||
| PLAYER | MIN | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
| Buddy Hield F | 31:56 | 46.7 | 45.5 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0 |
| Draymond Green F | 32:04 | 33.3 | 0 | 50 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 7 | -2 |
| Trayce Jackson-Davis C | 26:16 | 77.8 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 16 |
| Dennis Schröder G | 34:47 | 45.5 | 20 | 100 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 13 | 7 |
| Stephen Curry G | 36:08 | 23.8 | 14.3 | 100 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 17 | -14 |
| Kevon Looney | 20:46 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | -14 |
| Gui Santos | 25:38 | 66.7 | 66.7 | 50 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 7 |
| Kyle Anderson | 9:24 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 |
| Lindy Waters III | 19:09 | 50 | 42.9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 6 |
| Pat Spencer | 3:52 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Moses Moody | DNP – Injury/Illness | |||||||||||
| TOTALS | 46.1 | 32.6 | 62.5 | 49 | 32 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 107 | 3 | |
Detroit Pistons Box Score
| Detroit Pistons | ||||||||||||
| PLAYER | MIN | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
| Ausar Thompson F | 16:34 | 75 | 100 | 100 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | -8 |
| Tobias Harris F | 32:24 | 75 | 33.3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 8 |
| Jalen Duren C | 31:00 | 50 | 0 | 66.7 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 13 |
| Malik Beasley G | 36:14 | 38.1 | 28.6 | 100 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 0 |
| Cade Cunningham G | 40:11 | 57.1 | 50 | 62.5 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 32 | 9 |
| Simone Fontecchio | 27:10 | 14.3 | 25 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -5 |
| Ronald Holland II | 19:47 | 33.3 | 37.5 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 11 | -1 |
| Wendell Moore Jr. | 3:54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -5 |
| Isaiah Stewart | 17:05 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -16 |
| Marcus Sasser | 15:41 | 20 | 50 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -10 |
| Tim Hardaway Jr. | DNP – Injury/Illness | |||||||||||
| Paul Reed | DNP – Coach’s Decision | |||||||||||
| TOTALS | 45.3 | 35.9 | 75 | 40 | 25 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 19 | 104 | -3 | |
