While Detroit has undoubtedly taken strides this season, it slipped in some key areas on Thursday. The Pistons turned the ball over 14 times for what would become 25 Warriors points. They allowed 15 offensive rebounds, and Golden State outscored them 21-6 in second-chance points.

After two straight disastrous showings against the Kings and Heat, the Warriors’ effort was in question for the first time all year. Head coach Steve Kerr called it a “crisis of confidence.” He needed to see more “competitive spirit.