Warriors' NBA Playoff Season Ends with Game 5 Loss to Timberwolves

The Golden State Warriors' 2024-25 NBA season ended after a Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, largely due to Steph Curry's left hamstring injury, which sidelined him for the final four games. Despite a strong start to the season and a pivotal trade acquiring Jimmy Butler, the Warriors struggled without Curry, losing all games he missed in the playoffs. The series highlighted significant offensive struggles, including a historically poor third quarter in Game 4 where the Warriors were outscored 39-17, marking the worst home quarter performance in franchise history. Draymond Green underscored the team's heavy reliance on Curry for scoring, noting the difficulty in reaching 117 points without him. Butler's diminished aggressiveness in Game 4, partly due to illness, compounded the Warriors' difficulties. Ultimately, the Warriors were unable to overcome these challenges, confirming their playoff exit and prompting reflection on the season's highs and lows.