Golden State Warriors Point Guard Stephen Curry has turned back the clock over the last three games. At 37, he is playing as well as he ever has. Curry has averaged a whopping 41.7 points per game over his last three games. His streak began with 52 points against the Memphis Grizzlies and continued against the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets in back-to-back contests.
Curry has looked like a completely different player since the Golden State Warriors traded for Jimmy Butler in February. If Curry can maintain his level of play, it will be the highest-scoring month of his illustrious career. Curry is 11th in the league in points per game and is shooting up the NBA MVP race. Will the future Hall of Famer maintain his level of play as the Golden State Warriors seek to end the season on a high note?
Golden State Warriors Season Summary
The Warriors are the hottest team in the league winning five straight games. This hot streak has them as the No. 5 seed in a crowded Western Conference. Golden State is 20-2 when Butler and Curry are in the lineup together. Golden State’s offense is 18th in points scored, 25th in field goal percentage, and 15th in three-point percentage. The offense has improved since Butler arrived, but it is still a mediocre unit.
Golden State’s calling card has been its defense this season. They are eighth in points allowed, 13th in opposing field goal percentage, and 21st in opposing three-point percentage. Butler is one of the league’s best defenders and Draymond Green is now the favorite to be named the Defensive Player of the Year.
Final Thoughts
Golden State has five games left in the regular season. They must continue playing well to escape the NBA Play-In Tournament. The Warriors have been sent home in that format before, and with a veteran-laden team, resting before the NBA Playoffs begin is paramount.
Before the Butler trade, the Golden State Warriors had no championship aspirations. Now, they are a true threat in the Western Conference. The team’s playoff aspirations hinge upon whether Curry could continue playing at such a high level. If he can continue doing so a fifth career championship could be on the horizon.
