Warriors defeat Mavs 119-113, but Steph Curry’s injury remains a major concern
On Saturday night, the Golden State Warriors upset the Dallas Mavericks 119-113 to go to 27-26 overall. Even though the Dubs won, their chances of making the playoffs remain in jeopardy as they wait to hear Steph Curry’s diagnosis.
Late in the third quarter, his left knee crumbled when Curry attempted to impede a Mavericks player speeding toward him. He started to walk with a perceptible limp. There were early worries that Curry had hurt his MCL, which would likely keep him out of action for at least a few weeks, with a distinct focus on his outside knee.
Early on, the Warriors attacked the Mavericks, who were missing star Luka Doni, and looked poised to build a double-digit lead quickly. The Warriors opened up a 40-23 advantage in the first quarter while the Mavs committed seven turnovers and shot 17 of 25 from the field.
JaMychal Green and Draymond were both surprisingly effective in the first half, scoring 11 points each. Draymond made all three of his field goal attempts. Dub Nation was in good shape.
The third quarter ended with Golden State leading by 16 points, but Curry’s injury knocked down the Chase Center’s energy. Dallas progressively reduced the Warriors’ lead while Steph was in the locker room, closing the gap to six points in the closing seconds.
Spencer Dinwiddie, a Mavs guard, missed an open mid-range jump shot, and each side committed a turnover on the ensuing possessions, which left too much time on the clock for a comeback.
In 25 minutes of play, Curry finished with a Warriors-best 21 points, six rebounds, and seven assists. In the end, Draymond had 17 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists. Five additional Dubs scored in the double digits. On the opposite side, the Mavericks were led by Dinwiddie (25 points) and Tim Hardaway Jr. (22 points).
On Monday, the Warriors will play host to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but DUb Nation is anxiously awaiting news regarding Curry.
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