Golden State Warriors’ High-Octane Start Sets Tone for the Season

In a stellar opening to the NBA season, the Golden State Warriors outperformed the Portland Trail Blazers, delivering a 139-104 victory on Wednesday night. Spearheading the Warriors’ charge was Stephen Curry, who showcased his all-round prowess with 17 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds, before taking a well-deserved rest in the final quarter.

Buddy Hield’s Impact Off the Bench

Buddy Hield, a seasoned Warrior, made a significant impact, contributing 22 points from the bench. His performance was instrumental in compensating for the Warriors’ absence from the playoffs last year. Despite the Trail Blazers leading by nine points in the initial quarter, the Warriors managed to seize control, finishing the first half with a 12-point lead at 62-50.

Curry Rains Three-Pointers, Warriors Extend Lead

Curry opened the second half with a three-pointer, setting the tone for a dominating performance that saw the Warriors lead by as many as 37 points. The Trail Blazers’ resistance was led by Scoot Henderson, who contributed 22 points off the bench, yet it was not enough to challenge the Warriors’ supremacy.

Blazers’ Shaedon Sharpe Sidelined

Shaedon Sharpe, a key player for the Blazers, had to sit out the game due to a shoulder injury. In the backdrop, former Blazers head coach, Terry Stotts, now an assistant coach under Steve Kerr at the Warriors, acknowledged the crowd during a tribute to him in the opening quarter.

Kerr Highlights Stotts’ Contribution

Kerr highlighted Stotts’ contribution to the Warriors’ early success, saying, “We’re definitely more organized this year, I think, than we’ve been in the past. Terry has been a huge part of that. He’s added so much to our staff and given us some different stuff that we’re excited about.”

Draymond Green’s Early Season Technical

In a contentious moment, Draymond Green earned his first technical of the season after a heated exchange with the referees over a foul call. Curry, fresh off a gold medal win at the Paris Olympics this summer, moved ahead of Clyde Drexler into the 38th spot on the NBA’s all-time career list with seven assists in the first quarter alone.

Looking Forward: Upcoming Games

The Trail Blazers will continue their three-game homestand against the Pelicans on Friday, while the Warriors are set to visit the Jazz on the same day. As the season progresses, the Warriors’ opening performance sets an exciting precedent for what’s to come.