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Warriors Snap Losing Streak Despite Green's Ejection

12/21/2025

Summary

Warriors Snap Streak

The Golden State Warriors ended a three-game losing streak with a 119-116 victory over the Phoenix Suns on December 16, 2023.
Draymond Green was ejected in the second quarter after receiving two technical fouls, which head coach Steve Kerr criticized as unfair.
Kerr noted that Dillon Brooks was not ejected for hitting Stephen Curry in a previous game, expressing frustration with the referees.
Despite Green's absence, Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 53 points, helping the Warriors improve to 14-15 and retain the eighth seed in the Western Conference.

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Kerr Critiques Brooks

Steve Kerr criticized Dillon Brooks after the Golden State Warriors' 119-116 win over the Suns for dirty plays, including a recent flagrant foul on Stephen Curry.
Kerr noted a prior incident in which Brooks injured Gary Payton II.
Brooks scored 22 points but had limited impact as the Warriors played with increased physicality against him.
The Warriors will face Brooks again this season.

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Historical Context

The NBA has faced ongoing scrutiny over officiating standards, notably after the controversial ejection of players like Kobe Bryant in 2006. This issue echoes past concerns, including the 2007 scandal involving referee Tim Donaghy, who pled guilty to match-fixing. As of 2023, frustrations with officiating persist, impacting player dynamics and team strategies, highlighting the league's struggle for fairness.

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Warriors Snap Streak

The Golden State Warriors ended a three-game losing streak with a 119-116 victory over the Phoenix Suns on December 16, 2023.
Draymond Green was ejected in the second quarter after receiving two technical fouls, which head coach Steve Kerr criticized as unfair.
Kerr noted that Dillon Brooks was not ejected for hitting Stephen Curry in a previous game, expressing frustration with the referees.
Despite Green's absence, Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 53 points, helping the Warriors improve to 14-15 and retain the eighth seed in the Western Conference.

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