In a commanding performance, the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Portland Trail Blazers, securing a 119-97 victory on Tuesday night in San Francisco. Key contributions came from Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry, who played pivotal roles in this match.
Butler and Curry Shine for the Warriors
Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 16 points, supported by his six rebounds and five assists. Stephen Curry, despite a challenging shooting night with only seven points on 2-for-9 shooting, excelled in playmaking, dishing out 11 assists. This marked the 148th time in his career that he achieved double-digit assists.
Noteworthy Performances
- De’Anthony Melton excelled with a season-high 23 points off the bench. This performance marked his fifth double-digit game in six outings and his second game of 20 points this season.
- Gui Santos made a strong defensive impact, recording a career-high four steals.
- For the Trail Blazers, Shaedon Sharpe scored 19 points, while Caleb Love added 17 points and seven assists.
The Blazers were at a disadvantage, missing their leading scorer, Deni Avdija, who averages 26.1 points per game due to lower back soreness. They faced the Warriors after a loss to the New York Knicks, ending a five-game winning streak.
Game Highlights
The Warriors established dominance early in the match, leading by 26 points at halftime, which was their largest advantage of the season. They started strong, shooting 14 of 22 from the field, including 8 for 15 from beyond the arc, to secure a 38-22 lead at the end of the first quarter. A notable moment occurred when Moses Moody hit a three-pointer, surpassing current general manager Mike Dunleavy for 12th place in franchise history with a total of 364 three-pointers.
Upcoming Matches
- The Trail Blazers will host the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night.
- The Warriors will face the New York Knicks at home on the same night.
This victory marks an essential turnaround for the Warriors, especially following their previous loss to the Hawks, which ended a three-game home winning streak.
