Steve Kerr: Warriors can be a ‘real contender’

Steve Kerr stated that the Golden State Warriors can be a real contender following their 138-87 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday. The victory marked Golden State's eighth consecutive win, capping an undefeated six-game homestand to improve to 8-3 on the season. Kerr highlighted the team's depth and two-way potential to achieve top-10 rankings in both offense and defense.

Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski each scored 25 points, while Yaxel Lendeborg contributed 23 points. On the injury front, Brandon Williams exited with a hamstring issue and will undergo an MRI. Kerr stressed that Golden State must focus on ball security and transition defense as they prepare to visit the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.