Washington Wizards vs Golden State Warriors (Image via Getty)
The Golden State Warriors play the Washington Wizards at Chase Center on March 27, 2026. Golden State comes in at 35-38 and sits 10th in the Western Conference, still in the play-in race.
Washington is 17-55 and 13th in the East, with little momentum.Both teams are dealing with several injuries. Golden State is missing key names but still has a working rotation. Washington is thinner, especially at guard and wing, which affects how they can run their offense and defend.
Golden State Warriors injury report and expected rotation (March 27, 2026)
Golden State is still without several core players and has adjusted its lineup.
OUT:
• Stephen Curry – knee (season rehab) • Jimmy Butler – season-ending knee injury • Moses Moody – season-ending knee injury • Seth Curry – adductor • Al Horford – calf • Quinten Post – foot • Malevy Leons – illness
ACTIVE / AVAILABLE:
• Brandin Podziemski – main scorer and ball-handler • Jonathan Kuminga – starting forward • Draymond Green – coming off the bench • De’Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II, Buddy Hield, Gui Santos, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Lester QuiñonesPodziemski and Kuminga handle most of the scoring, with Melton and Payton II supporting on both ends.
Washington Wizards injury report and roster availability (March 27, 2026)
Washington is missing several key players and has a short rotation.
OUT:
• Anthony Davis – finger • Trae Young – quadriceps • D’Angelo Russell – not with team • Cam Whitmore – season-ending shoulder injury • Kyshawn George – elbow
QUESTIONABLE:
• Alex Sarr – toe (target return March 27) • Tristan Vukcevic – back • Tre Johnson – foot • Bilal Coulibaly – heelThe Wizards rely on Bilal Coulibaly, Will Riley, Bub Carrington, Anthony Gill, and Jamir Watkins for minutes.
Depth is still an issue even if some questionable players are cleared.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington WizardsHead-to-head record and recent results
Golden State has had the edge in this matchup. • March 16, 2026: Warriors 125, Wizards 117 • Last three seasons: Warriors 4-0 vs Wizards • All-time: Warriors 125 wins, Wizards 86The recent trend favors Golden State.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington WizardsTeam stats comparison (2025-26 season)
Offensive production
| Team | Points per game | Rank | 3-pt makes | 3-pt% | Key offensive pieces |
| Warriors | 115.0 | 19th | 15.9 | ~37–38% | Podziemski (13.1 ppg), Melton, Kuminga |
| Wizards | 112.8 | 25th | 13.1 | 35.9% | Sarr (16.5 ppg), Riley, Carrington |
Golden State takes more threes and shoots better. Washington scores more inside through Sarr and Carrington.
Rebounding and defense
| Team | Rebounds per game | Opp. RPG | Net RPG | Points allowed | Rank (Defense) |
| Warriors | 42.6 | 44.5 | -1.9 | 114.8 | 12th |
| Wizards | 42.4 | 48.0 | -5.6 | 123.9 | 29th |
Washington gives up more points and loses the rebounding battle often.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Scoring margin and efficiency
• Warriors: +16 differential; Podziemski averages 13.1 points and 5.2 rebounds • Wizards: -801 differential; outscored by 11.1 points per game; Sarr averages 16.5 points and 7.4 rebounds
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Game outlook and expectations (March 27, 2026)
Golden State will rely on shooting, pace, and Kuminga inside. Even without Curry and Butler, the system holds.Washington depends on Sarr in the paint and limited ball-handling from Carrington and Riley. Even if some players return, scoring depth is limited.The Warriors are about 14.5-point favorites based on current form and roster availability.Also read: Is Stephen Curry playing tonight vs the Washingto Wizards? Latest update on the Golden State Warriors star’s injury report (March 27, 2026)This game favors Golden State. The Warriors still have a stable group with Podziemski, Kuminga, and Green. Washington is missing several key players, including Anthony Davis and Trae Young, and continues to struggle on defense.
