Rookie VJ Edgecombe Leads 76ers to Blowout Over Sidelined Curry
Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors February 3 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers extended their winning streak to five games on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with a dominant 113-94 victory over the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. The contest was heavily influenced by the absence of Stephen Curry, who was ruled out just before tip-off as he continues to manage right patellofemoral pain syndrome, commonly known as “runner’s knee.” Philadelphia rookie VJ Edgecombe capitalized on the depleted Warriors lineup, delivering a game-high 25 points along with seven rebounds and seven assists. The 76ers showcased superior depth and physicality, out-rebounding the Warriors 55-34 and effectively neutralizing Golden State’s offense in the second half.+1
The Warriors initially found rhythm from the perimeter, hitting eight 3-pointers in the first quarter to hold a slim 32-31 lead. However, the momentum shifted as Philadelphia’s interior presence, led by veteran center Andre Drummond, began to overwhelm a smaller Golden State rotation. Subbing for the resting Joel Embiid, Drummond recorded a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds, helping the 76ers build a 58-57 halftime advantage. The second half saw the Warriors’ shooting go cold, as they struggled to find scoring options without Curry or the injured Jonathan Kuminga. Philadelphia pulled away with a decisive 26-16 run in the third quarter, fueled by the aggressive play of Edgecombe and Kelly Oubre Jr., who finished with 15 points.+1
A historic statistical anomaly defined the Warriors’ offensive struggles, as the team was awarded just two free-throw attempts during the entire 48 minutes—both taken by Buddy Hield. This marked only the ninth time in NBA history that a team attempted two or fewer foul shots in a game, reflecting a Golden State attack that settled for outside jumpers rather than attacking the paint. The Golden State Warriors finished the game shooting 19-of-48 from three-point range but turned the ball over 20 times, leading to 15 easy points for the visitors. Role players Gui Santos and Pat Spencer led the scoring for the Warriors with 13 points each, but the lack of star power was evident as the team fell to their third consecutive home loss.+1
With this win, the 76ers (29-21) continue to surge up the Eastern Conference standings as they head toward the NBA trade deadline. For the Warriors (27-24), the focus remains on the health of their 37-year-old superstar, who is currently listed as day-to-day. Head coach Steve Kerr emphasized after the game that the team is being “ultra-cautious” with Curry’s knee irritation to prevent a more significant injury before the All-Star break. The Warriors will attempt to bounce back when they face the New York Knicks later this week, while the 76ers continue their West Coast swing with a high-profile matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers.
