Curry’s smart timeout call nearly costs Warriors.
1. Introduction
In Game 4 of the series between the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings, the Warriors won 126-125, tying the Western Conference first-round series at 2-2. However, the Warriors game almost slipped away from the Warriors when Steph Curry made a crucial blunder.
Stephen Curry’s Game-Winning Shot Leads Warriors to Tie the Series
2. The Blunder by Steph Curry
With 40 seconds left in the game, Curry was trapped and called for a timeout, but the Warriors had already used all of their timeouts. As a result, the Kings were awarded a technical foul and made a 3-pointer, bringing them within one point of the Warriors.
3. Golden State Warriors' Comeback
The Kings had a chance to win the game in the final seconds, but the Warriors' defense held strong. After Curry's missed shot, the Warriors threw a late double-team at De'Aaron Fox, the Kings' star player, to prevent him from making the game-winning shot.
4. Fox's Performance and Green's Defense
Fox had an incredible game, scoring 38 points on 14-of-31 shooting. However, Warriors forward Draymond Green was able to slow him down in the second half, holding him to 2-of-7 shooting as the primary defender. Green's defense was a major factor in the Warriors' victory.
5. The Importance of Floor Spacing
After NBA Game 2 of the series, the Warriors realized they needed better floor spacing. They made this adjustment in Game 3, which they won, and continued it in Game 4. This allowed the team to play with more guards and shooters, giving them more options on offense.
6. Green's New Role
Green came off the bench in Game 4, marking the first time in the Steve Kerr era that he had done so. This allowed the Warriors play to split up Green and Kevon Looney's minutes and improve their floor spacing. Green was happy to accept this new role, which helped the team win.
7. Conclusion
Despite Curry's blunder, the Warriors were able to come back and win the game. Green's defense on Fox and the team's improved floor spacing were key factors in the victory.
