One of the NBA’s hottest new rivalries added a little more fuel to the fire on Sunday after the Warriors came away with a resounding 123–109 victory over the Grizzlies.
Despite playing at home, Golden State (16–18) came into Christmas Day as the underdog in the midst of a rough stretch that included five losses in the team’s last six games, all of which were on the road. But, thanks to electric performances by Jordan Poole (32 points) and Klay Thompson (24 points), the reigning NBA champions defeated Ja Morant and the Grizzlies (20–12) for a statement win despite being without two key pieces in Stephen Curry (left shoulder) and Andrew Wiggins (adductor).
After the game, Thompson spoke with ESPN’s Lisa Salters about the message the Warriors wanted to send during the anticipated marquee matchup. Needless to say, the four-time NBA champion made it clear he didn’t appreciate past comments made about the Grizzlies already being labeled as a “dynasty.”
