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Warriors Rally to Stun Suns in Emotional Victory
Coach Steve Kerr says win felt like 'championship' amid tough stretch for team
Feb. 6, 2026 at 8:31pm
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The Golden State Warriors overcame the absence of stars Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler to pull off a dramatic 101-97 comeback win over the Phoenix Suns. In an emotional postgame interview, head coach Steve Kerr expressed how the victory lifted the team's spirits during a difficult stretch marked by injuries and off-court challenges.
Why it matters
The Warriors' win over the Suns, a top Western Conference contender, showcases the team's resilience and ability to rally together in the face of adversity. This type of gutsy performance could provide a much-needed boost to the Warriors' season and playoff hopes.
The details
Down key players Curry and Butler, the Warriors leaned on their defense to erase a double-digit deficit and pull off the upset win over the Suns. The team's emotional locker room celebration after the game underscored just how much the victory meant to the players and coaching staff.
- The game took place on February 6, 2026.
The players
Steve Kerr
Head coach of the Golden State Warriors.
Steph Curry
Star point guard for the Golden State Warriors who was sidelined with an injury.
Jimmy Butler
Star forward for the Golden State Warriors who suffered a season-ending injury.
What they’re saying
“Felt like we won the championship. Just the emotion of everything over the last two days. Losing three of our guys who were beloved in the locker room. Jimmy's season-ending injury, Steph being out. Everything has just been tough this last week or ten days, whatever it is since Jimmy's been out. It felt like a great team win where everybody just fought and competed and stayed with it. Beautiful thing to watch.”
— Steve Kerr, Head Coach
What’s next
The Warriors will look to build on this emotional victory as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference.
The takeaway
The Warriors' gutsy comeback win over the Suns, despite key injuries, showcases the team's resilience and ability to rally together in the face of adversity - a quality that could prove crucial as they navigate the remainder of the season.
