The Warriors are NBA giants, and after Kevin Durant left the team, the Golden State Army failed to return to the Finals again. Klay Thompson suffered consecutive major injuries, stephen Curry and Drummond Green, two core players, also suffered frequent injuries, and the Warriors gradually lost their former glory.
The warriors of the past had a small lineup of five
However, this season's Warriors have achieved a strong rise. Since last season's play-offs, the Golden State has finished No. 1 in the league in the regular season. However, as Curry suffered another injury late in the regular season, the Warriors experienced a fluctuating record. In the end, the Warriors advanced to the playoffs as no. 3 in the West.
Warriors Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson
6 Data Alliance No. 1! The Warriors advanced to the semifinals and won 2 big news, and Golden State is really going to win the championship?
The Warriors advanced to the semifinals
The Warriors' first-round opponent in the playoffs was the Nuggets, led by former MVP Nikola Jokic. Curry made a comeback from injury in the playoffs and was in a heroic state. With a 3-1 lead, the Warriors played the G5 game at home against Denver. In that game, the Warriors, at one point behind by 10 points, launched a crazy counterattack in the final quarter and narrowly won 102-98. In the end, the Warriors eliminated their opponents by a large margin of 4-1 and advanced to the semifinals.
The Warriors advanced to the semifinals
The Warriors also became the first team in the Western Division to reach the second round, with the Golden State's semifinal opponent being the winner of the Grizzlies and Timberwolves series. Advancing to the second round earlier than other Western Conference teams has given the Warriors plenty of time to rest, adjust and prepare. The Warriors have already seized the lead in the semifinals.
The Warriors are no. 1 in the league in six stats
It is worth mentioning that so far in the playoffs, the Warriors have ranked 1st in the league with 6 statistics.
Statistics show that the Warriors' offensive efficiency is as high as 121.5, the first in the league. The Warriors averaged 122 points per game, the league's number one. The Warriors shot 53.1 percent from the field, the league's no. 1 shot.
The Warriors are ranked No. 1 in the league in six stats
The Warriors' three-point shooting percentage was 42.3 percent, the league's no. 1. The Warriors averaged 15.8 three-pointers per game, topping the league. The Warriors averaged 28.8 assists per game, the league's number one.
From the above data, it can be seen that the Warriors are the most prominent offensive team in the league and the most powerful offensive firepower. At the same time, the Warriors are also the team with the best shooting ability in the outside. Moreover, the Warriors are also the most cooperative team in the league. That means the Warriors have the league's top offense and are extremely good at chemistry.
Warriors' new version of "Death Five"
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Jordan Poole, Andrew Wiggins, and Drummond Green have become the Warriors' new version of the "Death Five." The "New Death Five" not only maintains a huge advantage on the offensive end, but also has a strong offensive ability and a good defensive ability. The Warriors are constantly improving their immediate combat power on the playoff stage.
The Warriors received 2 great news
It is worth mentioning that the Warriors also received 2 big news while advancing to the semifinals. No. 1, Klay Thompson performed well in the playoffs. Statistics show that Klay Thompson played in the first round of the playoffs in 5 games, averaged 34.4 minutes per game, had 22.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists, shooting 50.5%, shooting 45.8% from three-point range and shooting 83.3% from the free throw line.
Clay Thompson is in hot form in the playoffs
Klay Thompson's performance on the offensive end is gradually returning to the top. Clay Thompson has made a comeback from injury this season, but his regular season performance has seen major ups and downs. Still, under strong defensive pressure in the playoffs, Klay Thompson re-established himself. Klay Thompson is still the best scorer and top pitcher in the league.
As another absolute offensive strength of the Warriors in addition to the core Curry, Klay Thompson's hot state is a big plus for the Golden State. After all, Klay Thompson is the Warriors' number two scorer. Klay Thompson's excellent athletic form is a strong guarantee that the Warriors can go further in the playoffs.
Curry, Clay Thompson and Poole
Second, Kerr's playoff wins rose to 9th in NBA history. After eliminating the Nuggets, Warriors coach Steve Kerr managed 81 playoff wins in his tenure, surpassing George Carr and Lenny Wilkens to equal KC Jones (81 wins) and rise to no. 9 in league history.
Cole's playoff wins rose to 9th all-time
The number of playoff wins rose to 9th all-time, a testament to Kerr's coaching ability. Being able to achieve the above achievements can greatly motivate Kerr to continue to improve the team's record and launch an impact towards higher goals. For the Warriors, this is another piece of great news.
Is Golden State really going to win?
With the main rotation players staying healthy, the Warriors showed great offensive ability. At the same time, the Warriors' new five small run-in success also increased the golden state army's upper limit on both offensive and defensive ends. With Curry back in the starting lineup and a highlight, and Klay Thompson in full swing in the playoffs, the Warriors had a great opportunity to impact the championship.
Warriors crowd
Warriors, are they really going to win the championship this season?