SV The Golden State Warriors, riding a wave of confidence heading into Sunday’s game against the Boston Celtics, were reeling after suffering a devastating 140-88 loss at TD Garden.

Warriors Stunned by Celtics in Record-Breaking Defeat

The Golden State Warriors, riding a wave of confidence into Sunday’s showdown against the Boston Celtics, were left reeling after suffering a devastating 140-88 loss at TD Garden. The Celtics orchestrated one of the most dominant performances in franchise History, leaving the Warriors to pick up the pieces and reassess their strategy moving forward.

Despite Warriors coach Steve Kerr’s composed demeanor following a successful road trip, where they secured three out of four victories, the defeat in Boston was undeniable. “Flush it down the toilet,” Kerr remarked to reporters. “Boston was amazing. We weren’t beating them today. So we head home and get ready for Wednesday.”

The first half proved to be a nightmare for the Warriors, as the Celtics surged to a staggering 82-38 lead. The lopsided scoreline left commentators, including ESPN/ABC’s Stephen A. Smith, expressing apologies to viewers for the mismatch, highlighting the severity of the Warriors’ struggle.

Jaylen Brown led the charge for Boston with 29 points in just over 22 minutes, complemented by Jayson Tatum’s 27-point performance on his 26th birthday. In contrast, the Warriors struggled to find their footing, with Lester Quinones leading the team with 17 points.

The Warriors, who entered the game on a hot streak, were outclassed for the second time in a week by a formidable opponent, following a previous loss to the Denver Nuggets. Transition defense remained a critical issue for the Warriors, contributing to their downfall against both Denver and Boston.

The halftime deficit of 44 points marked a historical low for the franchise, compounded by the absence of key players like Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry due to injuries. Kerr opted for load management, benching Curry and Draymond Green as the Game slipped out of reach.

Despite preGame defensive tactics aimed at containing Brown, the Warriors’ strategy backfired as the Celtics capitalized on their offensive prowess, shooting an impressive 60 percent from the field in the first half.

Curry’s struggles continued, with the star guard failing to find his rhythm and finishing with just four points. Kerr acknowledged Curry’s recent workload, emphasizing the toll it had taken on the player.

As the Warriors grapple with this humbling defeat, the Celtics assert themselves as a formidable force in the league, bolstered by their remarkable 11th straight win. With their eyes set on postseason success, the Warriors must regroup and address their shortcomings before facing another tough opponent in Milwaukee on Wednesday.