“Can we all agree Bronny is better?” is the main criticism directed at Steph Curry after he only managed two points in a 51-point defeat.
Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors endured a brutal 144-93 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night, marking their worst defeat of the season. The Warriors struggled from the outset, falling behind 37-15 by the end of the first quarter, and never recovered. Curry, who is usually the team’s primary scorer, had an off night, finishing with just two points in 21 minutes of play. He missed all seven of his field goal attempts, including six 3-pointers, and contributed three rebounds and one assist. His performance resulted in a dismal box +/- of -41.
The Grizzlies continued to dominate throughout the game, at one point holding a 57-point lead, and never trailed. As a result, Curry and the Warriors faced harsh criticism on NBA Twitter. Some fans humorously mocked Curry, comparing his struggles to those of LeBron James’ son, Bronny James. Others referenced his recent performances, with one fan comparing him to a past version of Kevin Garnett. The criticism grew louder, with fans pointing out the severity of his off-night, with some even suggesting he should retire soon.
Despite Curry’s struggles, the loss highlights the Warriors’ ongoing struggles, as this was their 12th loss of the season, with nine of those coming in their last 11 games.