How did Warriors season end versus Suns?

The key result: Warriors eliminated in play-in

The Warriors’ season ended with a play-in loss to the Phoenix Suns, a matchup that set the stage for the rest of the postseason bracket. Phoenix won decisively, 111–96.

Who drove the outcome

Jalen Green scored 36 points for the Suns, and Devin Booker added 20. The storylines around the game also include late-game fireworks involving players from both teams—specifically, Devin Booker and Draymond Green were ejected in the final minutes.

Stephen Curry struggled in this game and finished with 17 points on 4-of-16 shooting. That combined with Phoenix’s ability to limit Golden State’s offense is reflected in the broader game narrative: the Suns “locked down” Curry and ensured Golden State’s season could not extend.

Why the win is important for Phoenix

Phoenix’s victory punched their ticket into the playoffs, and with the win they also earned a first-round opponent—set up as the Thunder in the available material.

Why the loss is important for Golden State

Golden State’s elimination immediately shifts the focus from postseason basketball to offseason questions. Multiple available items emphasize uncertainty around:

• Steve Kerr’s coaching future
• the Warriors’ “end of era” framing involving Curry and Green
• the team’s offseason planning and roster decisions after going home earlier than expected

What the game changed

• Phoenix advanced into the playoffs.
• Golden State was eliminated.
• The ejections and Curry’s shooting struggles added urgency to the offseason questions that followed.