The team has had the tendency to play to the level of their competition (for better or worse...) And that's why we play the game. I'm not holding my breath, but there is always a chance.
I remember a number of years back when we broke the LONG losing streak vs UOP which was televised on NBC Bay Area. Harden and Payne were both out, but we somehow pulled it out.
Wilson gets the lion’s share of credit for the win with his second half performance but there were several others who played big roles. Omer kept us on the game in the first half with his offense. Franklin played consistently in his minutes giving the starters some precious rest. Niko was really tough defensively and in the boards. And the defense, especially Fegbemi, really gave the Beach fits (except for the guy who, like many before, had his career game!)
I know these guys like to preach ‘next man up’ BUT when you are going through warmups snd 3 three starters in street clothes it has to weigh on you - I think that led to the first half funk.