Golden State’s 2025-26 campaign ends without a playoff berth, a fitting cap on a year marked by injuries and inconsistent results. The Warriors finished 37-45, placing 10th in the Western Conference.
Green logged 36 minutes, contributing five points on 2-for-4 shooting, six assists, two rebounds, and one steal before leaving the floor early. The basketball-forcing forward’s night included the ejection that punctuated the contest.
Booker also left the game after being ejected, denying any postgame interaction between the teams. The abrupt exits underscored the high emotions of a decisive Play-In clash.
In his remarks to reporters after the game, Green acknowledged the injury-riddled season, saying the team had “been hit with more injuries this season than anything I’ve ever seen” and that they must accept the result and move forward, giving credit to Phoenix and noting their late-effort commitment.
With Golden State out of the playoffs, the Suns advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder, while the Warriors’ season concludes without the opportunity to defend their championship aspirations. Green’s message to the Suns and the broader league reflected a veteran mindset about resilience and accountability.
