Just when you think the Golden State Warriors are getting back into their grove, something happens. They lost Jonathan Kuminga last game, and is going to be out for three weeks. He looked good and provided the offense they needed. But as soon as he’s out, boom! The Sacramento Kings smacked the Warriors. The ‘Beam Team’ dominated Golden State 129-99, proving they could win without their leading scorer, De’Aaron Fox.

It was a one-sided affair from the start, with Sacramento taking a commanding 75-51 lead at halftime. The Warriors couldn’t catch up after that, and by the end of the game, plenty of fans were already heading for the exits at Chase Center. Malik Monk stepped up big time with 26 points and 12 assists, while Domantas Sabonis put up 22 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists. Even without Fox, the Kings’ offense was clicking on all cylinders. Stephen Curry, who had rested the night before against the Grizzlies, scored 26 points and grabbed seven rebounds but couldn’t carry the Warriors.

With almost nine minutes left in the fourth quarter, Warriors fans began to leave as the Kings led 111-79. Sacramento stretched their lead to a whopping 39 points before the game ended. At that point, it was clear the Warriors weren’t going to make a comeback, and fans had seen enough.

The Kings fans started “light the beam” chants at Chase Center. What an embarrassment for the Warriors! Dub Nation wouldn’t take this lightly and was frustrated.

Dub Nation frustrated with the Warriors management as Kings fans enrage them with chants

One fan wrote, “Light the beam chants in Chase?!?!? Embarrassing @warriors smh“. It’s not just about losing a game, it’s the way the loss unfolded and how it felt like a direct slap in the face to Dub Nation. The Kings came into the Warriors’ house and dominated from start to finish.

As if the defeat wasn’t tough enough, the “Light the beam” chants from Kings fans started echoing throughout Chase Center, and that’s where the frustration really set in.

“Some ‘Light The Beam’ chants in Chase Center. Kings gonna win their fourth straight in blowout fashion, improving to 17-19.” wrote another fan. For Sacramento, this wasn’t just another win; it was a statement. The Kings’ win wasn’t a fluke either. This marked their fourth consecutive victory, signaling their upward trajectory after a tough start to the season. Firing Mike Brown seems to be working well for the Kings.

Another netizen called out Joe Lacob. “Kings fans chanting “Light the beam” in Steph’s home. This is absolutely embarrassing. Lacob, you will pay for this,“ they wrote. Joe Lacob, known for his ambitious vision and high standards, finds himself in the crosshairs of frustrated fans. The Warriors’ core is aging, their bench lacks spark, and games like this leave fans questioning the direction of the franchise.

Allowing rival fans to take over the arena is symbolic of deeper cracks in the Warriors’ armor.

A Warriors fan tried to undermine the Kings’ victory. “Light the beam” in a regular season game is shameless *crying emoji*”. Sacramento has every reason to celebrate. This win wasn’t just about the scoreboard; it was a declaration. To the Warriors fans, the chant is a harsh reminder of how the tide is shifting.

One more fan had an extreme idea. They tweeted, “The only way this course self correct itself! Steph himself would have to request a trade to put FIRE under Joe Lacob a**“. The frustration stems from a perceived lack of urgency in addressing glaring issues. The Warriors’ bench has been inconsistent, their defense lacks the same intensity, and their reliance on Curry has reached an unsustainable level. Without significant roster upgrades or strategic adjustments, fans are seeing cracks in the dynasty.

For someone like Lacob, who prides himself on building a “light-years ahead” franchise, the team’s current struggles feel like a disconnect between expectations and reality.