The Golden State Warriors were in a favorable position entering Friday’s game, having had two off days in between home games, before facing a Memphis Grizzlies squad that was without two-time All-Star Ja Morant. And as they’ve consistently done so far in this young NBA season, they capitalized on the opportunity, cruising to a comfortable 123-118 win that wasn’t nearly as close as the final score, and taking over first place in group play of the Emirates NBA Cup, where they now have a 2-0 record.
Golden State kicked things off with a new starting lineup, with Lindy Waters III not only re-entering the rotation, but making the starting five in place of the injured De’Anthony Melton.