The Warriors fell to 0-3 after a 131-122 loss to the Suns, marking the first 0-3 start of Stephen Curry’s career. With Curry, Draymond Green and Brandin Podziemski out Saturday, Golden State fielded a depleted lineup that couldn’t contain Devin Booker. The team entered the season with limited depth and key players sidelined, putting more pressure on its aging core to turn things around.

By the Numbers
  • Phoenix beat Golden State, 131-122.
  • Devin Booker scored 43 points on 17-of-25 shooting, with 7 rebounds and 7 assists.
Yes, But

Expectations were already tempered: Jimmy Butler is recovering from a torn ACL, while Kristaps Porziņģis is dealing with POTS symptoms. Saturday’s absences also came on the second night of a back-to-back, though the roster’s lack of depth remains a broader concern.

What's Next

Golden State needs to stabilize its season and make the most of Curry’s remaining prime. Coach Steve Kerr and the team face an early test to avoid a season worse than last year’s play-in exit.

Bottom Line

The 0-3 start is a warning sign: without healthier contributors and stronger depth, the Warriors’ hopes of contending will be difficult to sustain.