Warriors Fall to Knicks in Tight Matchup

Golden State suffers narrow defeat at Madison Square Garden

Mar. 15, 2026 at 12:12am

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The Golden State Warriors (32-33) fell to the New York Knicks (42-25) in a close game at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. The Warriors struggled offensively, shooting just 41.9% from the field and 37% from three-point range. Despite a strong effort from LJ Cryer, who scored 17 points, the Warriors couldn't overcome the Knicks' balanced attack led by Jalen Brunson's 28 points and 8 assists.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the Warriors, who are fighting to stay in the playoff picture in the Western Conference. The Knicks, on the other hand, solidify their position in the East with this home win over a tough opponent.

The details

The Warriors kept the game close, but the Knicks' hot shooting from three-point range (18-of-36) and strong free throw shooting (15-of-19) proved to be the difference. Golden State was outrebounded 64-49 and committed 14 turnovers, which the Knicks were able to convert into 12 points off turnovers.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY.
  • The Warriors faced the Bulls in their previous game, losing 130-124.

The players

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' starting point guard, who scored 28 points and dished out 8 assists in the win.

LJ Cryer

The Warriors' reserve guard, who led the team with 17 points on 57.1% shooting.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to close out games against tough opponents like the Knicks. This was a missed opportunity, but we'll learn from it and come back stronger.”

— Steve Kerr, Head Coach, Golden State Warriors (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The Warriors will look to bounce back in their next game against the Celtics on March 18th, while the Knicks will host the Bucks on March 20th.

The takeaway

This loss highlights the Warriors' struggles on the road against top Eastern Conference teams, an area they'll need to improve if they hope to make a deep playoff run. The Knicks, meanwhile, continue to prove they are a force to be reckoned with in the East.