Warriors win 6 out of Last 7; Defeat Raptors 120-105

Liam O'Connor,

March 1st 2024

( Warriors Guards Stephen Curry and Chris Paul)

Today, the Golden State Warriors played the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena and beat them with a final score of 120-105. The Warriors were lead in scoring by Superstar Stephen Curry who had 25 pts, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in only 30 minutes. The game was close for the entire first half, but the Warriors outscored the Raptors 32-19 in the Third quarter and took control for the rest of the game. The Warriors have now won 8 straight games on the road and 13 out of their last 16 games overall. They are looking like a good playoff contender at just the right time. Here is some points that we can take away from the game.

Stephen Curry is looking more like himself again, draining seven shots from beyond the arc.

Joining Curry in the spotlight was Jonathan Kuminga, who contributed 24 points and six rebounds, igniting the Warriors' dominance in the third quarter and ultimately securing the win in the second half of a grueling back-to-back schedule.

The Warriors faced adversity as they were delayed on the tarmac in New York, arriving in Canada only hours before tip-off. Despite this setback, they persevered. Missing key players like Andrew Wiggins and Brandin Podziemski due to personal reasons and injuries respectively, Golden State showcased their depth.

Klay Thompson, returning to the starting lineup, chipped in 14 points with four 3-pointers, while Moses Moody, filling in for Wiggins, added 17 points, maintaining the Warriors' impressive record of 6-1 in games started by Moody.

Chris Paul also made his presence felt with 13 points, five rebounds, and two steals, contributing to the Warriors' well-rounded effort.

Reflecting on the game, Curry's resurgence in long-range shooting stood out as a beacon of hope for the team. After enduring a slump in his 3-point shooting, Curry regained his form, sinking 15 3-pointers in his last two games. This resurgence bodes well for the Warriors as they approach the crucial stretch of the season.

The Warriors' sluggish start, attributed to their late arrival in Toronto, posed a challenge, but they overcame it with resilience, a trait that all championship teams have. Despite initial struggles, players like Thompson found their rhythm as the game progressed, raising questions about the lineup dynamics and Thompson's role as a starter versus coming off the bench.

The Warriors play next on Sunday where they will face the Boston Celtics who currently hold the best record in the league at 47-12. They will play at TD Bank Stadium in Boston, and look to continue their hot win streak against one the leagues best teams.