The Golden State Warriors’ journey in the NBA Cup came to a disappointing end on Wednesday, as they suffered a nail-biting 91-90 loss to the Houston Rockets. In a game filled with drama and controversy, Stephen Curry’s missed three-pointer in the final minute and a late foul call against Jonathan Kuminga became the defining moments of the night.
With less than a minute remaining, the Warriors turned to their star, Stephen Curry, for a game-winning shot. Curry attempted a three-pointer that could have turned the tide. However, the shot missed. Later, a closer look at the play revealed that Houston’s Aaron Holiday had tapped Curry’s hand during the shot. The potential foul went unnoticed by the officials during the game.
Steph Curry continues to be the most disrespected superstar in NBA history pic.twitter.com/ls0qGcbjL5
— Steph Curry Muse (@StephMuse_) December 12, 2024
The missed call on Curry’s shot left fans fuming after the game, as it might have altered the outcome. Many took to social media to criticize the officiating, sharing the impact of the no-call as the Warriors ultimately lost by just one point.
NBA has no shame
— Flymetothemoon (@Xmarksthespot50) December 12, 2024
Criminal non calls
— Josh Rivera (@_jriveraa) December 12, 2024
I knew this missed call would bite us, lost by 1 point
— Jason (@JasonAbolenciaa) December 12, 2024
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Refs still hate Steph some things never change
— Moe (@MoeTowe) December 12, 2024
Might be the dumbest too
— Jrwilli2 (@jrwilli2) December 12, 2024
The drama didn’t end there. With the Warriors leading 90-89 and just 3.5 seconds left on the clock, Jonathan Kuminga was called for a loose ball foul. The controversial call sent Houston’s Jalen Green to the free-throw line, where he coolly converted both attempts to give the Rockets the decisive edge.
Steve Kerr Criticizes Missed Foul Call On Stephen Curry in Warriors’ Loss
Not only the fans but also the Golden State Warriors head coach, Steve Kerr, voiced his frustration over the crucial missed call on Stephen Curry. In the postgame press conference, Kerr touched on Holiday’s foul on Curry that went unnoticed.
“That’s how you officiate. Especially because the game was a complete wrestling match. They didn’t call anything,” Kerr said.
Curry ended the game with 19 points and five assists as the Warriors crashed out of the NBA Cup quarter-final. Golden State, who are currently on a 14-10 record, will take on the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.
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