Stephen Curry delivered yet another stunning performance as the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 121-119. The highlight of the night was Curry's extraordinary 56-foot running halftime-beating heave near the Magic half-court logo, a shot that left fans and teammates in awe. Despite not practicing such shots, Curry's instinctive gameplay proved decisive in the Warriors' victory, marking yet another memorable moment in his illustrious career.
In the early stages of the game, the Nets surged ahead with a commanding 27-5 lead. However, the Warriors, energized by the recent addition of Jimmy Butler, showcased their resilience. Since Butler joined the team on February 8, Curry has been revitalized, averaging 30.3 points on impressive 51-44-90 shooting splits. With Butler in the lineup, the Warriors have secured a striking 10-1 record, boosting their overall standing to 35-28.
Curry's exceptional performance was instrumental in overcoming a significant deficit, as the Warriors achieved their second comeback from a 20-point disadvantage with Butler on the court. During a five-game East Coast trip, Curry averaged 34.8 points and 7.8 assists while making an astounding 32 three-pointers. The Warriors concluded this trip with an impressive 4-1 record, with their only loss occurring in Philadelphia when Butler was sidelined due to back spasms.
Curry's fans made their presence known throughout the East Coast trip, witnessing his remarkable feats firsthand. In one of his standout performances, Curry scored 40 points and hit seven three-pointers to help Golden State erase a 22-point deficit against the Nets. His hot hand continued to guide the Warriors through a series of challenging games.
Before Butler's arrival, the Warriors had a dismal record of 1-10 when trailing by 20 or more points. However, with Butler's influence and Curry's brilliance, the team has seen a dramatic turnaround. Curry's recent accomplishments include a record-breaking performance against the Magic, where he exploded for 56 points and drained 12 three-pointers.
Curry remains on track to extend his record for the most three-pointers made in a career, currently standing just 11 away from reaching the monumental milestone of 4,000. His repertoire includes jaw-dropping shots such as a turnaround three-pointer from 38 feet between two Nets defenders that effortlessly found the bottom of the net.
Reflecting on his incredible halftime shot, Curry remarked:
"That one, it's not in the practice routine." – Stephen Curry
He further explained:
"But you have an idea of where you are on the court and as weird as it might sound, it was kind of a rhythm shot because you don't really have any other thought other than just try to get it off." – Stephen Curry
The shot surprised even Curry himself:
"It did surprise me though. That's why I just ran to the locker room." – Stephen Curry
Draymond Green also expressed his admiration for Curry's abilities:
"I just think the degree of difficulty is so crazy." – Draymond Green
Green likened watching Curry to experiencing an extraordinary performance:
"It's like you went and watch a Cirque du Soleil or something. It is not your typical show you're going to watch. It's a whole bunch of different acrobatics that go into it." – Draymond Green
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