Golden State Warriors Are Bringing the Heat Early This Season!
The Warriors are off to a blazing start this season, and they just sent a loud message by taking down the reigning champs on their own turf. Yep, you heard it right! Golden State is now rocking a 7-1 record after a nail-biting 118-112 win over the Celtics at TD Garden.
Curry’s Crystal Ball Moment
Flashback to media day in September, and Steph Curry was already dropping hints about what was to come. He said his squad was in a spot to be “relevant early” and ready to compete. Fast forward eight games, and here we are! The Warriors are now neck-and-neck with the Thunder and Suns, sharing the top spot in the Western Conference. Their offense? Third-best in the league. Defense? Second-best. And their net rating? A whopping plus-15.5 per 100 possessions. Talk about making a statement!
WEDNESDAY’S FINAL SCORES
Steph Curry stuffs the stat sheet in Boston to lift the @warriors to their 5th consecutive win and a 5-0 start on the road!
Buddy Hield: 16 PTS, 6 REB, 4 3PM
Jayson Tatum: 32 PTS, 5 3PM
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Steph’s Cautious Optimism
Despite the hot start, Curry’s not ready to pop the champagne just yet. “We havenโt done anything yet,” he reminded everyone in Boston. A good team wins the games they’re supposed to, steals a few on the road, and defends their home court. And while they’ve ticked those boxes so far, Steph knows there’s a long road ahead. With 27 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists, and 4 steals in just 34 minutes, he’s clearly leading by example. In my opinion, Curry’s humility and leadership are what keep this team grounded and hungry.
New Faces, Same Goals
The Warriors have some fresh blood this season, and Buddy Hield is stepping up big time as a key contributor on offense. He’s filling in for Klay Thompson, and so far, it’s clicking. But even with this new dynamic, Curry isn’t convinced they’ve found the magic formula for a championship run. “Until proven otherwise, thatโs how we have to play,” he said. It’s like he’s saying, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch,” but in basketball terms.
Celtics’ Struggle with Physicality
On the flip side, the Celtics had their hands full dealing with the Warriors’ physical play. They shot 19-for-54 from beyond the arc but coughed up 12 turnovers. Coach Joe Mazzulla admitted, “Theyโre physical, so they force you to fight for your space.” It took Boston a while to adjust, and by then, it was too late. Speaking of trades, did you catch that wild Curry rumor?
Steve Kerr couldn’t help but reminisce about their 2022 Finals victory over the Celtics, noting how their physicality dictated the game’s pace. “The last five minutes, I thought our defense really showed up,” Kerr said, highlighting crucial plays by Gary Payton II and Kevon Looney. It’s like a well-oiled machine when they connect the dots on both ends of the floor.
So, what’s next for these Warriors? Can they keep this momentum rolling all season long? Or will they hit a bump in the road? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: this team is one to watch!
