The Golden State Warriors suffered another disappointing setback, falling 120-110 to the Milwaukee Bucks—a team that played without Giannis Antetokounmpo. It was a night to forget, as Steve Kerr’s squad committed 19 turnovers, a number that completely dictated the game’s outcome.
Jimmy Butler later described it as a “very winnable game if we just do what we’re supposed to do.” But the Warriors didn’t execute. Eight Milwaukee players scored in double figures, exposing the lack of defensive intensity and overall focus from Golden State.
According to Athlonsports, Kerr didn’t hide his frustration after the game. “We’re like 0-12 over the past two years when opponents sit their stars,” he joked in a tone that revealed more resignation than humor.
“We lacked energy from the start”
Kerr admitted that his team “didn’t have its usual pop” and criticized the poor communication on defensive switches. Even with his full starting lineup available, the Warriors showed no real cohesion.
Steve Kerr felt the Warriors showed “mental and physical fatigue” in the loss in Milwaukee tonight. He said they didn’t have the same “pop” and didn’t execute a switching defensive scheme well enough. pic.twitter.com/cDkM1BeFKT
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) October 31, 2025
“We lacked energy from the start,” Kerr said. “The ball movement was slow, our defense was late, and our focus wasn’t there. You can’t gift that many possessions away and expect to win in the NBA.”
The 19 turnovers proved fatal. Every mistake seemed to fuel the Bucks’ confidence, allowing them to dominate the rhythm of the game despite missing their superstar. For Kerr, the issue wasn’t just the mistakes—it was the team’s inability to respond once things started to unravel.
Inconsistency becomes a serious concern
This loss highlights a troubling pattern for the Warriors: flashes of brilliance followed by games with no direction or energy. One night they look like contenders; the next, they appear completely disconnected.
Kerr understands that time is running out. With the playoff race tightening, Golden State can’t afford to keep repeating the same errors. “We have to fix this fast,” he said. “We’ve been through adversity before, but now it’s about accountability and consistency.”
If the Warriors don’t find their rhythm soon, their playoff hopes could fade quickly.
