Golden State Warriors Find Their Rhythm in 118-107 Victory Over Suns
The Chase Center erupted Tuesday night as the Golden State Warriors dismantled a shorthanded Phoenix Suns squad 118-107, improving their home record to a perfect 4-0. It was the kind of performance that reminded everyone why this team remains dangerous—even in a league that’s left them for dead more times than anyone can count.
Stephen Curry did what Stephen Curry does. Twenty-eight points. Five triples. Another night at the office for the two-time MVP. But here’s the thing: this wasn’t just another Curry show. Moses Moody came off the bench like a man possessed, dropping 24 points on 7-of-11 shooting with five three-pointers of his own. For a young player who’s been searching for consistency, this was the kind of breakout performance that can define a season.
“Sometimes you just feel it,” Moody said after the game, still catching his breath. “Tonight was one of those nights.”
The Warriors needed every bit of it.
A Tale of Two Halves
The Golden State Warriors bursted out of the gates with the kind of offensive firepower that defined their dynasty years. They torched the Suns for 68 points in the first half, shooting an absurd 7-of-11 from beyond the arc in the opening quarter alone. The ball movement was crisp. The shots were falling. Everything clicked.
Quinten Post, the 7-footer from the Netherlands, looked like he’d been playing in this league for years. Fourteen points, four three-pointers, and a block on Nick Richards that sent the crowd into a frenzy. He’s become an unexpected weapon for head coach Steve Kerr, and if Tuesday was any indication, he’s earned himself a longer leash.
But basketball is a forty-eight-minute game, and the Suns weren’t about to roll over.
Devin Booker refused to let his team go quietly. He poured in a season-high 38 points, converting all 11 of his free throws with the kind of efficiency that makes opposing coaches pull their hair out. Mark Williams muscled his way to 16 points and 16 rebounds, while Grayson Allen added another 16 to keep Phoenix within striking distance.
The Suns clawed back with a 20-6 run to close the third quarter, cutting what had been a 19-point deficit to just nine heading into the final frame. Suddenly, the Warriors’ comfortable cushion felt a lot less comfortable.
The Bench Steps Up
This is where championship DNA shows itself. When the game tightened, the Golden State Warriors didn’t panic. They didn’t revert to isolation basketball or force bad shots. They stuck to what got them the lead in the first place.
Brandin Podziemski chipped in 13 points. Buddy Hield added 12. It was the kind of balanced attack that makes this Golden State Warriors team so difficult to defend. You can’t just key in on Curry and call it a day anymore. There are too many weapons, too many guys who can hurt you if you sleep on them.
“That’s what we need,” Kerr said postgame. “We can’t just rely on Steph every night. We need contributions from everyone, and tonight we got them.”
The only sour note came when Jimmy Butler didn’t return for the second half due to lower back soreness. He’d been questionable coming into the game, and after just 14 minutes and two points on 1-for-5 shooting, the Warriors shut him down. It’s a concern, especially with a back-to-back in Sacramento looming Wednesday night.
Looking Ahead
The Golden State Warriors are now 5-3, sitting comfortably in second place in the Pacific Division behind the red-hot Lakers. More importantly, they’re undefeated at home—a fortress that opposing teams are going to have to breach if they want to knock Golden State out of playoff contention.
For the Suns, this loss stings. They’re now 0-4 on the road and fell to 3-5 overall. Without Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green due to injuries, Phoenix simply didn’t have enough firepower to match the Warriors’ depth. Booker can only do so much, even on a night when he’s unconscious from the free-throw line.
As the Golden State Warriors prepare for their eighth game in thirteen days, they’ll take solace in knowing they’ve found something sustainable. This wasn’t a one-man show. This was a team effort—the kind that wins games in March and April, not just November.
And if Moses Moody keeps playing like he did Tuesday? Well, the rest of the league better take notice.
