In an NBA Cup group match that ended today, the Warriors lost to the Nuggets 104 to 129. After the game, head coach Cole accepted interviews with the media.

When asked about Kuminga, Moody and Podger, Cole said that when the game was unsatisfactory, a fire must be ignited in his heart.

Kuminga, Moody and Pojie all played poorly today. Kuminga played 26 minutes and 50 seconds, made 3 of 10 shots, 0 of 2 three-pointers, and scored 6 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. Moody played 19 minutes and 17 seconds, made 1 of 9 shots, 0 of 6 three-pointers, and scored 2 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. Poji played 24 minutes and 39 seconds, made 3 of 10 shots, 1 of 4 three-pointers, and scored 7 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists.