Stephen Curry’s 36-point performance, including pivotal plays in the final quarter, led the Golden State Warriors to a much-needed 121-115 win over the Orlando Magic during Tuesday’s NBA action, ending their three-game losing streak.
Curry’s exceptional contribution in the fourth quarter, where he scored or assisted on 13 consecutive points, was instrumental in securing the victory. “Steph was amazing,” remarked Warriors coach Steve Kerr. “He’s a remarkable player, and he really stepped up when we needed him most.”
“Steph was amazing,” coach Steve Kerr said. “But Steph is always amazing. Even when he doesn’t score 36 points, just the attention he draws defensively, what he does to an opposing defense, the way he opens up the floor, he’s a remarkable player. He really got himself going on a night when we needed it.”
Jonathan Kuminga added 19 points, while Klay Thompson contributed 15 points, helping the Warriors to their first victory in their current seven-game homestand. “This was a good win for us,” stated guard Chris Paul, emphasizing the challenge of winning in the league and acknowledging Orlando’s strength as a young and well-coached team.
“It was huge,” Paul said. “We’ve been struggling to get wins. It’s hard to win in this league. That team is a young team, well coached. They’ve been playing hard all season long, so this was a good win for us.”
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Paolo Banchero led with 27 points and 12 rebounds for Orlando, and Franz Wagner contributed 25 points. This loss marks Orlando’s second defeat in their four-game road trip.
Curry’s impact was evident in the third quarter with two 3-pointers, and key assists that gave the Warriors a lead. However, Orlando managed to close the gap when Curry rested. Upon his return, Curry swiftly regained control, scoring crucial points and assisting teammates Thompson and Kuminga to extend the lead.
“They have an elite shotmaker and Hall of Fame player in Steph Curry,” Mosley said. “That’s what we got.”
The game’s first half ended with excitement as Curry’s four-point play was answered by Gary Harris’ buzzer-beater three-pointer for Orlando, tying the game.
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The Warriors, currently without suspended forward Draymond Green, improved their record to 9-9 in his absence. Kerr mentioned that while he’s been in touch with Green, there’s no set date for his return. Gary Payton II went down with an injury without an update on a timetable for return.
Looking ahead, the Magic will face the Sacramento Kings, and the Warriors will host the Denver Nuggets in their next games.
