Life without Stephen Curry isn't going to be easy.
The Warriors started off the stint without their leader by dropping game 2 117-93.
Whether it was Pat Spencer, Jonathan Kuminga, or Trayce Jackson-Davis, Golden State was relying on players who haven't seen meaningful minutes all postseason.
It wasn't the result the Warriors wanted, but head coach Steve Kerr said he was happy with the performance from some of his young players.
Steve Kerr said he was proud of Jonathan Kuminga for staying positive and showing what he’s made of tonight. Kuminga finished with 18 points. Also Kerr said a byproduct of Steph Curry’s injury is Trayce Jackson-Davis emerging with 15 points and 6-6 shooting.
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Kuminga's numbers certainly didn't transfer to a win, but after last series when he barely saw the floor, it was good to see confidence from the young forward.
Curry, who suffered a hamstring strain in game one, won't return until game 5 at the latest.
The Warriors will need to supplement his production with some of these role players. Jackson-Davis and Kuminga combined for 33 points, which is more than most would've guessed pregame. But they might have to be even more involved to give Golden State a chance.
If not, Steph Curry might've played his last game for the season.
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