Jordan Poole received an enthusiastic reception in Washington upon his return, both from fans and former teammates alike. As a rookie forward he caught the eye of both Draymond Green (18 points and 8 rebounds in return from injury), as well as other members of his new team’s backcourt (including Kevin Love ).
Steph Curry and Andrew Wiggins led Golden State’s comeback against the Wizards with strong second half performances that propelled them further away from defeat.
In this article, we will discuss the main points or high lights of Washington Wizards Vs Golden State Warriors Match Player Stats.
As of January 30, 2025, here are the rosters for the Washington Wizards and the Golden State Warriors:
Washington Wizards
| No. | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | College/From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Bilal Coulibaly | Forward | 6’6″ | 195 lb | 20 | France |
| 00 | Tristan Vukčević | Forward | 7’0″ | 225 lb | 22 | Serbia |
| 1 | Johnny Davis | Guard | 6’5″ | 196 lb | 22 | Wisconsin |
| 4 | Jared Butler | Guard | 6’3″ | 195 lb | 24 | Baylor |
| 7 | Malcolm Brogdon | Guard | 6’5″ | 229 lb | 32 | Virginia |
| 8 | Deni Avdija | Forward | 6’9″ | 210 lb | 24 | Israel |
| 9 | Jordan Poole | Guard | 6’4″ | 194 lb | 25 | Michigan |
| 13 | Daniel Gafford | Center | 6’10” | 234 lb | 26 | Arkansas |
| 14 | Corey Kispert | Forward | 6’7″ | 224 lb | 25 | Gonzaga |
| 16 | Anthony Gill | Forward | 6’7″ | 230 lb | 32 | Virginia |
| 20 | Delon Wright | Guard | 6’5″ | 185 lb | 33 | Utah |
| 21 | Richaun Holmes | Forward | 6’10” | 235 lb | 31 | Bowling Green |
| 22 | Taj Gibson | Forward | 6’9″ | 232 lb | 39 | USC |
| 24 | Xavier Cooks | Forward | 6’8″ | 183 lb | 29 | Winthrop |
| 26 | Ryan Rollins | Guard | 6’3″ | 180 lb | 23 | Toledo |
| 31 | Mike Muscala | Center | 6’10” | 240 lb | 33 | Bucknell |
| 33 | Landry Shamet | Guard | 6’4″ | 190 lb | 27 | Wichita State |
| 34 | Eugene Omoruyi | Forward | 6’6″ | 235 lb | 27 | Oregon |
| 35 | Patrick Baldwin Jr. | Forward | 6’9″ | 220 lb | 22 | Milwaukee |
Golden State Warriors
| No. | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | College/From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Gary Payton II | Guard | 6’2″ | 195 lb | 32 | Oregon State |
| 00 | Jonathan Kuminga | Forward | 6’7″ | 225 lb | 22 | Congo |
| 1 | Kyle Anderson | Forward-Guard | 6’9″ | 230 lb | 31 | UCLA |
| 2 | Brandin Podziemski | Guard | 6’5″ | 205 lb | 21 | Santa Clara |
| 4 | Moses Moody | Guard | 6’6″ | 211 lb | 22 | Arkansas |
| 7 | Buddy Hield | Guard | 6’4″ | 220 lb | 32 | Oklahoma |
| 8 | Anthony Lamb | Forward | 6’6″ | 227 lb | 27 | Vermont |
| 10 | Ty Jerome | Guard | 6’5″ | 195 lb | 27 | Virginia |
| 11 | Andrew Wiggins | Forward | 6’7″ | 197 lb | 29 | Kansas |
| 13 | Lester Quinones | Guard | 6’5″ | 208 lb | 24 | Memphis |
| 20 | Patrick Baldwin Jr. | Forward | 6’9″ | 220 lb | 22 | Milwaukee |
| 22 | Draymond Green | Forward | 6’6″ | 230 lb | 34 | Michigan State |
| 23 | Trayce Jackson-Davis | Forward | 6’9″ | 245 lb | 24 | Indiana |
| 30 | Stephen Curry | Guard | 6’2″ | 185 lb | 36 | Davidson |
| 33 | James Wiseman | Center | 7’0″ | 240 lb | 24 | Memphis |
| 35 | Kevon Looney | Center | 6’9″ | 222 lb | 29 | UCLA |
| 40 | Harrison Barnes | Forward | 6’8″ | 225 lb | 32 | North Carolina |
| 55 | Quindarry Weatherspoon | Guard | 6’3″ | 205 lb | 28 | Mississippi State |
Points
Jordan Poole’s return to Chase Center as a visitor ended in defeat as the Washington Wizards fell 122-114 against the Golden State Warriors. Poole scored 31 points for Washington while hitting eight 3-pointers, grabbing five rebounds and blocking two shots – an outstanding performance by any measure! Warriors guard Steph Curry added 26 before injuring his left ankle late in the fourth quarter; Dennis Schroder contributed 20 of his own – giving them six players scoring in double figures!
The game got off to a fast start as both teams traded blows in the opening quarter. However, Golden State began pulling away with help from an impressive second quarter led by Klay Thompson’s five of seven 3-point attempts being converted. His performance contributed greatly towards Golden State building a comfortable 58-48 lead at half time while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Isaiah Joe both contributed 13 points each in this period.
Both teams remained close throughout the third quarter before Golden State made a sudden surge to take control. Steph Curry helped spearhead this comeback by hitting three 3-pointers during that period while Andrew Wiggins and Klay Thompson scored key baskets that gave Golden State a 71-64 edge entering the fourth.
Final quarter was an intense contest as both teams battled hard for victory. Washington led briefly when Corey Kispert scored to put them ahead before Kyle Kuzma tied it with his 3-pointer before Wiggins sealed their win with another big 3-pointer that secured their 21-22 mark this season.
Assists
The Golden State Warriors are one of the league’s premier teams when it comes to assists. They rank second with 17.1 assists per game and boast three players who average more than 10 per game on an average basis. Meanwhile, Washington Wizards struggle mightily to generate points off turnovers, ranking worst among NBA teams when it comes to turnovers while ranking fourth for points off turnovers in terms of points off turnovers.
Tonight, the Warriors hope to complete a regular season sweep against the Wizards and Steph Curry has led his team in this regard, averaging 24.3 points, 6.8 assists, and 3.0 rebounds this month. Meanwhile, Jordan Poole has been one of the team’s bright spots this year despite their struggle in scoring points.
Even after their poor start, the Washington Wizards still stand a good chance at reaching the playoffs this year. Their roster features talented young players that are progressing quickly; plus, their depth will prove helpful should injuries arise during playoff play-offs.
Jordan Poole led the Washington Wizards with 38 points in their loss to the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on Saturday. It marked his first matchup against his former team since being traded away, and Poole made an impressionful performance against them in his return game.
Washington Wizards led most of the second half, but Golden State pulled ahead late with an unexpected run. Stephen Curry scored 26 points before leaving with an ankle injury during a late collision between himself and Jordan Poole under the basket; after this exchange he lay motionless before finally returning to his bench seat.
Rebounds
The Golden State Warriors have won two out of their past three games and will look to extend that streak when they take on the Washington Wizards on Sunday. Their last meeting between these teams saw them prevail by an impressive margin of 13 points – led by Stephen Curry with 24 points and six assists against his former team, plus Jordan Poole scoring 38 total points in their win.
The Wizards have struggled this season and currently sit on a seven-game losing streak. Yet despite this slump, they remain competitive for playoff spots and hope to improve upon their current record. In their most recent loss against the Warriors they were held to 49 points which is less than what is typically scored during games of their season; with such a potent defensive unit at their disposal they may exploit any weaknesses within the Wizards defense and cause further upsets.
Both teams struggled in the opening quarter, shooting under 40% from the field. Nonetheless, the Wizards managed to edge out their Warriors rivals in the second period due to Jordan Poole’s stellar play in scoring 15 points in that period for their side – giving them a lead of 60-53 at halftime.
In the third quarter, the Warriors began to find their stride. Draymond Green made his return to starting lineup count; his presence helped propel them toward taking an 89-87 lead into the fourth.
After being threatened by the Wizards in the first half, the Warriors quickly pulled ahead in the fourth quarter to claim victory 122-114 with Andrew Wiggins hitting an important 3-point shot en route to 31 points and 11 rebounds on a team performance that included a 13-4 run late.
Field Goal Percentage
The Warriors were able to control both the paint and ball to earn an easy win against the Wizards in an exciting contest that featured high-level performances from both teams, especially Bradley Beal who showed his range as a scorer with mid-range jumpers and 3-pointers scoring efficiently throughout this game.
Klay Thompson had an off shooting night but still led his team in three-pointer attempts with seven attempted threes and six successful free-throw attempts, showing off his versatility on the court.
Both teams struggled with making shots in the opening quarter, with the Wizards leading 29-25 at quarter’s end. Klay Thompson finally started scoring during the second period; showing impressive range as both sides exchanged leads throughout.
The third quarter saw both teams fight hard for an advantage. The Warriors edged ahead 89-87 heading into the fourth, holding off Wizards until Andrew Wiggins hit a 3-pointer with just under one minute remaining that gave the Warriors a 10-point advantage.
The Warriors employed a 10-man rotation for this matchup. Moses Moody started in place of Jordan Poole who had to drop out due to illness; and Bilal Coulibaly missed as well, so rookie Jaden McDaniels played extensive minutes.
Three-Point Shooting
Before the game had even started, Jordan Poole became a focal point among fans and former teammates alike. The Warriors reserve forward scored 10 points in the opening quarter; by halftime he had 23 on 7-of-13 shooting with five threes; his efficiency helped the Warriors maintain their offensive rhythm.
The outcome of a game hinged on which teams could locate open shooters and take advantage of defensive weaknesses to create fast-paced, high-scoring contests that kept fans guessing and excited.
Both teams possess talented, multifaceted players. Stephen Curry and Bradley Beal of the Warriors provide powerful scoring, while Rui Hachimura and Montrezl Harrell of the Wizards serve as versatile playmakers who create scoring opportunities for teammates; ultimately, whichever side can best utilise its bench will have an edge in competition.
In the fourth quarter, Stephen Curry led an 11-2 run that put away the game for good and ended their 10-game losing streak against one of the worst teams in NBA. That win put their record at 20-4 when leading through three quarters and also snapped their 10-game losing streak against them.
On Tuesday, the Golden State Warriors have an opportunity to extend their winning streak against the Washington Wizards. Although favored to win by double digits, due to recent struggles by Washington at home, beating them will not be easy for Golden State. They must take care in managing possession and limit turnovers in order to secure victory; otherwise they risk falling further out of playoff contention and becoming vulnerable once more. All rights are reserved by 2025 STATS LLC and Associated Press and remain solely reserved by them.
