Steph Curry almost secured his 11th career triple-double as the Golden State Warriors cruised to a 139-104 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener. Three years ago, Curry had a triple-double in a season opener, and he came close to doing it again on Wednesday night at the Moda Center but failed.
The Warriors got off to a terrible start by missing their first eight shots. But Steph Curry’s leadership salvaged the win as he told the fans to lock in before the game. Curry fell just one rebound short of a triple-double, exiting after 25 minutes as the Warriors dominated the second and third quarters.
When he made his first 3-pointer in the third, the Warriors never looked back. From the second quarter on, they beat the Blazers 118-83. He finished with 17 points, 10 assists, and 9 rebounds, just one rebound shy of reaching that milestone. It was still an impressive performance, though.
Warriors thrash trail Blazers in season-opening blowout
The Golden State Warriors kicked off their season with a resounding 139-104 thrashing of the Portland Trail Blazers. Team leader Steph Curry stepped up, helping his teammates through a tough first quarter. When he finally made his first three-pointer in the third quarter, they never looked back.
Curry concluded the game with a robust performance, scoring 17 points in just 25 minutes. Buddy Hield also shined in his debut, leading the team with 22 points, while Andrew Wiggins contributed 20 points to secure the win. The team showcased their depth and shooting skill, making 20 out of 48 three-point attempts.
This impressive start to the season sets a high standard for the Warriors, who are excited about their prospects despite concerns about Klay Thompson’s absence.
