Game Recap – April 1, 2025
The Golden State Warriors picked up a key road win in the Western Conference playoff race, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 115-102 on April 1, 2025. Behind a well-rounded effort and strong perimeter shooting, the Warriors controlled the tempo from the second quarter onward and never looked back.
The game started evenly, with the Grizzlies taking an early lead behind Desmond Bane’s 11-point first quarter. But Golden State flipped the script in the second, going on a 15-3 run led by Stephen Curry and Jonathan Kuminga, taking a 57-48 halftime lead.
The Warriors extended their advantage in the third, thanks to improved defense and timely threes. Memphis struggled to get stops and never cut the deficit below double digits in the final 10 minutes.
Key Performers
Golden State Warriors:
- Stephen Curry: 28 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds
- Klay Thompson: 19 points, 4 three-pointers
- Jonathan Kuminga: 17 points, 7 rebounds
- Draymond Green: 8 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists
Memphis Grizzlies:
- Desmond Bane: 25 points, 4 assists
- Jaren Jackson Jr.: 18 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks
- GG Jackson: 12 points off the bench
Statistical Highlights
- FG %: Warriors 50.2% | Grizzlies 43.7%
- 3PT %: Warriors 14/33 (42.4%) | Grizzlies 9/28 (32.1%)
- Rebounds: Warriors 44 | Grizzlies 39
- Turnovers: Warriors 11 | Grizzlies 14
Takeaways
- Golden State looked composed and playoff-ready, particularly in transition and ball movement.
- Curry’s leadership continues to be the Warriors’ foundation, especially in closing out quarters.
- Memphis missed Ja Morant’s offensive creation, and struggled with defensive rotations in the second half.
Playoff Implications
The win helps the Warriors remain in the top 6 of the Western standings, while Memphis remains in danger of slipping out of Play-In contention with limited games remaining.
