Golden State might be known for their sharp shooters, but lately their defense is becoming almost non-existent in recent games. The Warriors are preparing to be without both David Lee and Andrew Bogut for their next few matchups as their defense suffers in the process. The team hopes to put up some better stops as they face the Minnesota Timberwolves at home.
The Warriors have given up an average of 92.8 points per opponent during a 10-game stretch and having both Bogut and West out will not help them get back on track. During a 2-4 stretch, the team has given up 106.3 points per game. After losing 102-92 to Indiana at home, the team is hoping to avoid a season-low third consecutive loss.
The issue is not scoring. Stephen Curry put up 24 points. Lee put up 20 points and 12 rebounds. However, the team gave up 17 offensive rebounds and the win. Having Lee and Bogut both out limits the team size under the hoop. Jermaine O'Neal still remains out with a wrist injury. Facing the size of the Timberwolves could be difficult.
Minnesota is hoping to win their third-straight game. They have not accomplished that this season after starting 3-0. The team is looking to create mismatches off injuries. The Timberwolves dominated the Jazz inside, putting up 50 points in the paint in that 3-0 stretch. Kevin Love is hoping to repeat those numbers against Golden State.
The Warriors have history on their side against Golden State. The team has won the last 13 of 15 games against their Western Conference rivals. They have won seven-straight against the team. Golden State also won their first matchup this season as Klay Thompson and Andre Iguodala combined for 42 points.
