The Golden State Warriors dedicated their home game against the Atlanta Hawks to their late assistant coach, Dejan Milojevic.
Their players wore black shirts with the Serbian word “Brate” (“brother” in English) and unveiled a jersey patch featuring the coach’s initials in a heart, worn for the remainder of the season.
Steph Curry, leading the team with 25 points, paid a heartfelt tribute after the win, emphasizing that the victory was dedicated to “Deki.” Milojevic suffered a heart attack at a team dinner, leading to the postponement of the Warriors’ next two games.
“It was tough. Been a very long week for everybody in the organization,” Curry said.
“Understanding how we wanted to play, honor, tribute, and celebrate what he meant to our family. Having his family here, you know, giving them this reception from our fans.
“It’s tough looking over at his chair. You know Deki would love nothing more than to see us go out there compete and have fun as best we can.”
Curry standing out again
Curry, marking his 920th career game, surpassed Serge Ibaka and Robert Reid, showcasing his status as one of the greatest modern-day players.
Despite the win against the Hawks, the Warriors still face challenges, trailing three wins behind the 10th-placed Utah Jazz with a 19-22 season record marked by injuries and inconsistencies.
The team now prepares to face the Sacramento Kings, aiming to build on the momentum gained against Atlanta. Curry has been a standout performer this season, averaging 26.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game with impressive shooting percentages.
