Chapter 354: I am the MVP
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The next night at eight o'clock, the Warriors hosted the Hawks who came all the way from Atlanta.
For the Warriors, the Hawks, just like the Grizzlies, are a tough opponent.
Over the past few seasons, the Hawks' performance in the playoffs has been disappointing compared to their regular season record, but their well-balanced lineup has consistently secured them a spot in the playoffs, making them a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference.
They caused great trouble for the Warriors in this game.
Yesterday, Zhang Yu's reprimand made the Warriors players not dare to take it lightly anymore. They started the game with full force, determined to show their attitude in front of Zhang Yu.
But the impact of relaxing during the All-Star weekend will not completely disappear after just one day, and they just had a tough battle with the Grizzlies yesterday. Their physical condition has not fully recovered, and their performance is even worse.
So, although the morale of the Warriors' generals is very high, their shooting efficiency is colder than the previous game, and the Hawks' defense is also at an above-average level in the league. They have a bunch of explosive athletes who are willing to exert their physical abilities to defend, making the Warriors' shooting even worse.
Worse still, both Curry and Butler lost their touch from the last game.
Just like how girls have to go through difficult days every month, shooters also encounter a very tough period from time to time, and their shooting turns extremely off-target.
The only difference between a super shooter and a regular shooter is that the super shooter has a very long cycle of feeling cold, while the regular shooter may only perform well for a few games before having a bad game.
Unfortunately, Curry was completely off his game tonight.
In just the first half, Curry was 1 for 6 from beyond the three-point line, with a dismal shooting percentage of 16.7%. He couldn't hit the broad side of a barn.
In fact, for Curry, the presence of a defense doesn't scare him that much. He has never been just a pure shooter, and even if his three-point shot is not accurate, he can still show his value on the offensive end through driving and organizing.
But Hawks coach Larry Drew did not give him that opportunity. The old-school coach promptly adopted a strategy of collapsing the defense in the paint when the Warriors' shooters were struggling collectively. They heavily guarded the restricted area, preventing Curry from penetrating into the paint. Butler, known for his ability to attack the rim and create damage, was also contained and could only resort to shooting from mid-range.
In the face of such a disadvantageous situation, Zhang Yu had to change the pre-match game plan. Instead of relying on the Warriors' offensive system of both opening up space and utilizing clever changes in pick-and-roll, he decided to focus on strengthening the defense. Defense and counterattacks were given unprecedented emphasis, with all offensive plays starting from defense and all scoring ending with fast breaks. The objective was to not give up any ground and to secure victory by capitalizing on chaos.
This is also a move of helplessness. The shooting touch of the Warriors' players is cold, and it is very difficult to play in a positional battle. They can only avoid confrontation and complete the offense before the Hawks' defense is set.
This strategy by Zhang Yu also had an effect. The Hawks' main strategy is team offense. Joe Johnson, Jeff Teague, Josh Smith, and Marvin Williams are all talented players who have good teamwork and integrate offense and defense. However, under the tight defense system of the Warriors, it is difficult for them to demonstrate their teamwork, and fast breaks are also hard to generate.
Especially when the Warriors' players have poor shooting and focus most of their attention on defense, it becomes even more difficult for the Hawks to initiate their offense, resulting in a sharp decline in efficiency. Only the "Hawk King" Joe Johnson, with his exquisite skills, supports the Hawks' offense.
The Warriors also rely on successful defense, whether it's steals, blocks, or disruptions of shots, to constantly convert live-ball turnovers and generate opportunities for fast breaks, challenging the Hawks' basket.
However, the Hawks' defense is also formidable, with Josh Smith, Marvin Williams, and other strong men not afraid of playing fast. Although the Warriors' counterattack is sharp, without the threat of a trailing three-pointer, they cannot easily break through the Hawks' restricted area and can only rely on force and skill to attack the basket.
Both sides played in this muddy-like pace throughout the second half, with the Warriors relying on defense, counterattacks, and slow and steady scoring to barely hold onto the lead.
However, the efficiency of converting offense is ultimately not as stable as scoring in positional warfare. The Warriors have already exerted their extreme defensive capabilities, causing a large number of mistakes by the Hawks, but they have always trailed the Hawks by 5-10 points in the face of the prepared Hawks.
And until the last moment, the Warriors players couldn't find their shooting touch and naturally couldn't surpass the score. Although Curry hit a long-range three-pointer with 18 seconds left in the game, it was just a glimmer of hope. The Warriors were still trailing the Hawks by 4 points. Moreover, Joe Johnson turned around and successfully single-handedly beat Butler, making a stable long shot, completely killing the game.
In the end, the Hawks defeated the Warriors with a narrow margin of 95:89, playing the role of "giant killer".
After the defeat, the Warriors' players were very frustrated. They caused a total of 25 turnovers for the Hawks throughout the game, including 14 steals and 8 blocks. It can be said that they achieved the ultimate in defense.
However, the Warriors still lost the game because they made only 8 out of 40 three-point attempts, shooting at a dismal 20% accuracy. It was an incredibly poor performance from beyond the arc, with Curry making only 2 out of 11 attempts, Thompson making 1 out of 5 attempts, Green missing all 3 attempts, Leonard missing all 4 attempts, and Yao Ming making only 1 out of 3 attempts. Only Butler and Danny Green had somewhat decent shooting numbers, but even they only made 2 out of 5 attempts and 2 out of 4 attempts respectively, which didn't contribute much to the overall team's performance.
Throughout the game, Curry made 10 out of 25 field goal attempts, 2 out of 11 three-point attempts, and all 6 free throws. He scored 28 points, provided 6 assists, grabbed 4 rebounds, made 3 steals, and committed 3 turnovers. His efficiency was low, and his performance was very poor.
Except for him, only Butler and Klay scored 14 and 12 points respectively, and the rest of the players did not reach double figures, performing poorly.
On the other hand, the Hawks had a balanced attack, although their offensive efficiency was not high, their shooting remained at a normal level. Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Josh Smith scored 14 points, Jeff Teague scored 15 points, Marvin Williams scored 14 points, and Pachulia scored 12 points. All five starters scored in double figures, helping the team secure this valuable victory.
After the game, the Warriors players anxiously waited in the locker room for Zhang Yu, who was being interviewed. Curry had already finished his interview and returned to the locker room.
He told his teammates that Zhang Yu was praising everyone's positive performance in front of the media, saying that tonight's defense was the best in all the games of this season, and he was very satisfied with the players' performance tonight. Losing was just an accident.
However, this only creates a sense of impending disaster for the players. They are well aware that no matter how poorly the team plays or how devastating the losses are, Zhang Yu never publicly criticizes the players' performance in front of the media. In fact, the worse the team performs, the more he praises them. However, this often means that he will unleash his anger in the locker room.
Especially after being scolded yesterday, they lost the game today, and in such a regrettable way. This has made everyone feel uneasy.
Pa da.
Quickly, the door of the changing room was pushed open, and under the nervous gaze of everyone, Zhang Yu stepped in, with a relaxed expression. He even remembered to gently close the door behind him before coming to the front of the crowd.
He blinked his eyes and looked around in the silence of the locker room. Suddenly, he smiled:
"Why are you all looking at me? We finally finished back-to-back matches, and we can have a good rest tomorrow. Why does everyone seem unhappy?"
"Hoo..."
Warrior players all heaved a sigh of relief. Zhang Yu's words indicated that he wasn't angry, and they had finally escaped a disaster. Everyone's expressions relaxed.
"However," Zhang Yu still wore a smile on his face, but he dragged out his tone, "I am very dissatisfied with your shooting today. For the next month, after regular training ends, we will have an additional half hour of shooting practice as a group - even on game days!"
Upon hearing the words, the faces of the crowd, which had just relaxed, displayed a look of bitterness again.
Although half an hour of shooting training seems not much, it is an additional practice after completing all the training, which is particularly exhausting and will continue for a month. It can be considered as a rather heavy punishment.
This is the point where Zhang Yu's smile gradually fades:
"To be honest, I am very satisfied with your defense tonight. I can see that you have taken what I said yesterday to heart. No one is slacking off in the game, which is great. However, your shooting tonight is really terrible, to the point of being unbearable. I understand that you may miss shots, even Michael Jordan has off nights, but it shouldn't be to this extent. So, practice your shooting well, and don't play games like this again - especially not in front of our home fans!"
Everyone responded in unison:
“yes，sir！”
……
On March 2nd, the rested Warriors arrived in Philadelphia to face the 76ers in an away game.
After defeating the Thunder, the 76ers returned to Philadelphia and took a full two days to rest and prepare for the game against the Warriors, patiently awaiting the challenge.
But this extra day off did not bring victory to the 76ers, their gameplay is somewhat similar to the Hawks, emphasizing team offense and giving their all on the defensive end. They are a defense-oriented team with scoring spread out, lacking a superstar who can make the difference.
However, this game did not require a superstar to make the final blow. The Warriors were stronger than the 76ers on both offense and defense. They took the lead from the start and constantly suppressed the Celtics throughout the game. They ultimately defeated their opponents with a score of 114:105, achieving victory and a successful start to their six-game road trip.
After the whole game, Curry scored a double-double with 27 points, 12 assists, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, and 3 turnovers. The Philadelphia 76ers coach, Doug Collins, made targeted defensive arrangements against him. Curry adjusted his personal offensive role accordingly, mainly focusing on attracting defensive attention and using his passing skills to drive his teammates.
After the match, Zhang Yu said in an interview:
"Stephen showed his organizational ability as a top-level point guard in this game. Without his passing, it would have been difficult for us to maintain our offensive performance against the strong defense of the 76ers. He is the MVP of this game and also the MVP of the Warriors this season. He deserves an MVP trophy!"
Subsequently, the journalist interviewed Curry, asking for his opinion on Zhang Yu's statement. Without hesitation, Curry said:
"There is an MVP for every season, so why can't it be me this season? Derrick's award last year deeply inspired me, and I've done everything I can on the court to help the team. We are ranked first in the league, so I am the MVP!"
Journalists were all surprised when the usually humble Curry boldly declared his desire to win the MVP title in front of the media. It was a rare sight.
But what they didn't know was that it wasn't Curry's intention to make such a statement. He does wish to win the MVP, but given his humble nature, he would rather conquer fans and the media with his performance and naturally be elected, instead of proclaiming it in front of the media.
But both Zhang Yu and Jeff Austin have talked to Curry and explained the importance of publicity and campaigning, all for his own benefit of winning the award. Therefore, Curry had no choice but to agree and make bold statements in front of the media, personally campaigning for the MVP votes.
And in this way, the popularity of the Warriors and Curry has once again risen to a new level, becoming the center of attention. Everyone is curious to see what achievements the Warriors can make this year and whether Curry will win the MVP. Of course, the performance of the Warriors in the upcoming games is also being closely watched.
So, with the spirit of striking while the iron is hot, Zhang Yu raised the butcher knife in his hand and looked towards the Warriors' next opponents - Raptors, Wizards, and Cavaliers.
……
On March 4th, after a day of rest, the Warriors arrived in Toronto to face the Raptors.
In the face of this weak team from the Eastern Conference, the Warriors showed no mercy and achieved a big victory with a score of 124:100. Curry's performance was also very impressive, scoring 35 points, 7 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, and 2 turnovers. He scored 12 points in the second half of the third quarter.
At that time, Curry only scored 23 points and the Raptors were trailing by 17 points. Even without his effort, the Warriors could easily win the game and their starters could have rested in the third quarter. However, Zhang Yu called a timeout, giving Curry unlimited shooting rights. Curry then scored 12 points, and finally achieved a satisfactory victory.
In the post-match interview, Zhang Yu once again praised Curry.
"Tonight we were able to win the game, and Stephen was the biggest contributor. He may be the most explosive scorer in the league, scoring 18 points in the third quarter alone, with 12 points in just 6 minutes, which helped us establish the winning advantage in one go."
On March 5th, the Warriors will fly to Washington to challenge the Wizards on the road back-to-back.
Although they have picked the top draft pick, Wall is still in the learning process, and the Wizards' record is even worse than the Raptors', ranking second to last in the East, making them a true pushover.
However, due to the back-to-back games, the Warriors' performance has fluctuated. The first half of the game against the Wizards was competitive, but it provided Curry with an opportunity to shine. He had an outstanding performance, scoring 41 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals, leading the team to a 126-115 victory over the opponent.
Although there was no three-pointer in this game, the defense of the Wizards was awful, with no resistance. The Warriors also showed leniency on the defensive end. Both teams engaged in a high-scoring battle, but in reality, the intensity of the game was quite low, with the Warriors being in control throughout.
After the game, Zhang Yusheng praised Curry:
"This is why we are able to be the number one team in the league. Stephen always steps up when the team needs him, and his performance perfectly embodies what an MVP is!"
For the Warriors, the Hawks, just like the Grizzlies, are a tough opponent.
Over the past few seasons, the Hawks' performance in the playoffs has been disappointing compared to their regular season record, but their well-balanced lineup has consistently secured them a spot in the playoffs, making them a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference.
They caused great trouble for the Warriors in this game.
Yesterday, Zhang Yu's reprimand made the Warriors players not dare to take it lightly anymore. They started the game with full force, determined to show their attitude in front of Zhang Yu.
But the impact of relaxing during the All-Star weekend will not completely disappear after just one day, and they just had a tough battle with the Grizzlies yesterday. Their physical condition has not fully recovered, and their performance is even worse.
So, although the morale of the Warriors' generals is very high, their shooting efficiency is colder than the previous game, and the Hawks' defense is also at an above-average level in the league. They have a bunch of explosive athletes who are willing to exert their physical abilities to defend, making the Warriors' shooting even worse.
Worse still, both Curry and Butler lost their touch from the last game.
Just like how girls have to go through difficult days every month, shooters also encounter a very tough period from time to time, and their shooting turns extremely off-target.
The only difference between a super shooter and a regular shooter is that the super shooter has a very long cycle of feeling cold, while the regular shooter may only perform well for a few games before having a bad game.
Unfortunately, Curry was completely off his game tonight.
In just the first half, Curry was 1 for 6 from beyond the three-point line, with a dismal shooting percentage of 16.7%. He couldn't hit the broad side of a barn.
In fact, for Curry, the presence of a defense doesn't scare him that much. He has never been just a pure shooter, and even if his three-point shot is not accurate, he can still show his value on the offensive end through driving and organizing.
But Hawks coach Larry Drew did not give him that opportunity. The old-school coach promptly adopted a strategy of collapsing the defense in the paint when the Warriors' shooters were struggling collectively. They heavily guarded the restricted area, preventing Curry from penetrating into the paint. Butler, known for his ability to attack the rim and create damage, was also contained and could only resort to shooting from mid-range.
In the face of such a disadvantageous situation, Zhang Yu had to change the pre-match game plan. Instead of relying on the Warriors' offensive system of both opening up space and utilizing clever changes in pick-and-roll, he decided to focus on strengthening the defense. Defense and counterattacks were given unprecedented emphasis, with all offensive plays starting from defense and all scoring ending with fast breaks. The objective was to not give up any ground and to secure victory by capitalizing on chaos.
This is also a move of helplessness. The shooting touch of the Warriors' players is cold, and it is very difficult to play in a positional battle. They can only avoid confrontation and complete the offense before the Hawks' defense is set.
This strategy by Zhang Yu also had an effect. The Hawks' main strategy is team offense. Joe Johnson, Jeff Teague, Josh Smith, and Marvin Williams are all talented players who have good teamwork and integrate offense and defense. However, under the tight defense system of the Warriors, it is difficult for them to demonstrate their teamwork, and fast breaks are also hard to generate.
Especially when the Warriors' players have poor shooting and focus most of their attention on defense, it becomes even more difficult for the Hawks to initiate their offense, resulting in a sharp decline in efficiency. Only the "Hawk King" Joe Johnson, with his exquisite skills, supports the Hawks' offense.
The Warriors also rely on successful defense, whether it's steals, blocks, or disruptions of shots, to constantly convert live-ball turnovers and generate opportunities for fast breaks, challenging the Hawks' basket.
However, the Hawks' defense is also formidable, with Josh Smith, Marvin Williams, and other strong men not afraid of playing fast. Although the Warriors' counterattack is sharp, without the threat of a trailing three-pointer, they cannot easily break through the Hawks' restricted area and can only rely on force and skill to attack the basket.
Both sides played in this muddy-like pace throughout the second half, with the Warriors relying on defense, counterattacks, and slow and steady scoring to barely hold onto the lead.
However, the efficiency of converting offense is ultimately not as stable as scoring in positional warfare. The Warriors have already exerted their extreme defensive capabilities, causing a large number of mistakes by the Hawks, but they have always trailed the Hawks by 5-10 points in the face of the prepared Hawks.
And until the last moment, the Warriors players couldn't find their shooting touch and naturally couldn't surpass the score. Although Curry hit a long-range three-pointer with 18 seconds left in the game, it was just a glimmer of hope. The Warriors were still trailing the Hawks by 4 points. Moreover, Joe Johnson turned around and successfully single-handedly beat Butler, making a stable long shot, completely killing the game.
In the end, the Hawks defeated the Warriors with a narrow margin of 95:89, playing the role of "giant killer".
After the defeat, the Warriors' players were very frustrated. They caused a total of 25 turnovers for the Hawks throughout the game, including 14 steals and 8 blocks. It can be said that they achieved the ultimate in defense.
However, the Warriors still lost the game because they made only 8 out of 40 three-point attempts, shooting at a dismal 20% accuracy. It was an incredibly poor performance from beyond the arc, with Curry making only 2 out of 11 attempts, Thompson making 1 out of 5 attempts, Green missing all 3 attempts, Leonard missing all 4 attempts, and Yao Ming making only 1 out of 3 attempts. Only Butler and Danny Green had somewhat decent shooting numbers, but even they only made 2 out of 5 attempts and 2 out of 4 attempts respectively, which didn't contribute much to the overall team's performance.
Throughout the game, Curry made 10 out of 25 field goal attempts, 2 out of 11 three-point attempts, and all 6 free throws. He scored 28 points, provided 6 assists, grabbed 4 rebounds, made 3 steals, and committed 3 turnovers. His efficiency was low, and his performance was very poor.
Except for him, only Butler and Klay scored 14 and 12 points respectively, and the rest of the players did not reach double figures, performing poorly.
On the other hand, the Hawks had a balanced attack, although their offensive efficiency was not high, their shooting remained at a normal level. Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Josh Smith scored 14 points, Jeff Teague scored 15 points, Marvin Williams scored 14 points, and Pachulia scored 12 points. All five starters scored in double figures, helping the team secure this valuable victory.
After the game, the Warriors players anxiously waited in the locker room for Zhang Yu, who was being interviewed. Curry had already finished his interview and returned to the locker room.
He told his teammates that Zhang Yu was praising everyone's positive performance in front of the media, saying that tonight's defense was the best in all the games of this season, and he was very satisfied with the players' performance tonight. Losing was just an accident.
However, this only creates a sense of impending disaster for the players. They are well aware that no matter how poorly the team plays or how devastating the losses are, Zhang Yu never publicly criticizes the players' performance in front of the media. In fact, the worse the team performs, the more he praises them. However, this often means that he will unleash his anger in the locker room.
Especially after being scolded yesterday, they lost the game today, and in such a regrettable way. This has made everyone feel uneasy.
Pa da.
Quickly, the door of the changing room was pushed open, and under the nervous gaze of everyone, Zhang Yu stepped in, with a relaxed expression. He even remembered to gently close the door behind him before coming to the front of the crowd.
He blinked his eyes and looked around in the silence of the locker room. Suddenly, he smiled:
"Why are you all looking at me? We finally finished back-to-back matches, and we can have a good rest tomorrow. Why does everyone seem unhappy?"
"Hoo..."
Warrior players all heaved a sigh of relief. Zhang Yu's words indicated that he wasn't angry, and they had finally escaped a disaster. Everyone's expressions relaxed.
"However," Zhang Yu still wore a smile on his face, but he dragged out his tone, "I am very dissatisfied with your shooting today. For the next month, after regular training ends, we will have an additional half hour of shooting practice as a group - even on game days!"
Upon hearing the words, the faces of the crowd, which had just relaxed, displayed a look of bitterness again.
Although half an hour of shooting training seems not much, it is an additional practice after completing all the training, which is particularly exhausting and will continue for a month. It can be considered as a rather heavy punishment.
This is the point where Zhang Yu's smile gradually fades:
"To be honest, I am very satisfied with your defense tonight. I can see that you have taken what I said yesterday to heart. No one is slacking off in the game, which is great. However, your shooting tonight is really terrible, to the point of being unbearable. I understand that you may miss shots, even Michael Jordan has off nights, but it shouldn't be to this extent. So, practice your shooting well, and don't play games like this again - especially not in front of our home fans!"
Everyone responded in unison:
“yes，sir！”
……
On March 2nd, the rested Warriors arrived in Philadelphia to face the 76ers in an away game.
After defeating the Thunder, the 76ers returned to Philadelphia and took a full two days to rest and prepare for the game against the Warriors, patiently awaiting the challenge.
But this extra day off did not bring victory to the 76ers, their gameplay is somewhat similar to the Hawks, emphasizing team offense and giving their all on the defensive end. They are a defense-oriented team with scoring spread out, lacking a superstar who can make the difference.
However, this game did not require a superstar to make the final blow. The Warriors were stronger than the 76ers on both offense and defense. They took the lead from the start and constantly suppressed the Celtics throughout the game. They ultimately defeated their opponents with a score of 114:105, achieving victory and a successful start to their six-game road trip.
After the whole game, Curry scored a double-double with 27 points, 12 assists, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, and 3 turnovers. The Philadelphia 76ers coach, Doug Collins, made targeted defensive arrangements against him. Curry adjusted his personal offensive role accordingly, mainly focusing on attracting defensive attention and using his passing skills to drive his teammates.
After the match, Zhang Yu said in an interview:
"Stephen showed his organizational ability as a top-level point guard in this game. Without his passing, it would have been difficult for us to maintain our offensive performance against the strong defense of the 76ers. He is the MVP of this game and also the MVP of the Warriors this season. He deserves an MVP trophy!"
Subsequently, the journalist interviewed Curry, asking for his opinion on Zhang Yu's statement. Without hesitation, Curry said:
"There is an MVP for every season, so why can't it be me this season? Derrick's award last year deeply inspired me, and I've done everything I can on the court to help the team. We are ranked first in the league, so I am the MVP!"
Journalists were all surprised when the usually humble Curry boldly declared his desire to win the MVP title in front of the media. It was a rare sight.
But what they didn't know was that it wasn't Curry's intention to make such a statement. He does wish to win the MVP, but given his humble nature, he would rather conquer fans and the media with his performance and naturally be elected, instead of proclaiming it in front of the media.
But both Zhang Yu and Jeff Austin have talked to Curry and explained the importance of publicity and campaigning, all for his own benefit of winning the award. Therefore, Curry had no choice but to agree and make bold statements in front of the media, personally campaigning for the MVP votes.
And in this way, the popularity of the Warriors and Curry has once again risen to a new level, becoming the center of attention. Everyone is curious to see what achievements the Warriors can make this year and whether Curry will win the MVP. Of course, the performance of the Warriors in the upcoming games is also being closely watched.
So, with the spirit of striking while the iron is hot, Zhang Yu raised the butcher knife in his hand and looked towards the Warriors' next opponents - Raptors, Wizards, and Cavaliers.
……
On March 4th, after a day of rest, the Warriors arrived in Toronto to face the Raptors.
In the face of this weak team from the Eastern Conference, the Warriors showed no mercy and achieved a big victory with a score of 124:100. Curry's performance was also very impressive, scoring 35 points, 7 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, and 2 turnovers. He scored 12 points in the second half of the third quarter.
At that time, Curry only scored 23 points and the Raptors were trailing by 17 points. Even without his effort, the Warriors could easily win the game and their starters could have rested in the third quarter. However, Zhang Yu called a timeout, giving Curry unlimited shooting rights. Curry then scored 12 points, and finally achieved a satisfactory victory.
In the post-match interview, Zhang Yu once again praised Curry.
"Tonight we were able to win the game, and Stephen was the biggest contributor. He may be the most explosive scorer in the league, scoring 18 points in the third quarter alone, with 12 points in just 6 minutes, which helped us establish the winning advantage in one go."
On March 5th, the Warriors will fly to Washington to challenge the Wizards on the road back-to-back.
Although they have picked the top draft pick, Wall is still in the learning process, and the Wizards' record is even worse than the Raptors', ranking second to last in the East, making them a true pushover.
However, due to the back-to-back games, the Warriors' performance has fluctuated. The first half of the game against the Wizards was competitive, but it provided Curry with an opportunity to shine. He had an outstanding performance, scoring 41 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals, leading the team to a 126-115 victory over the opponent.
Although there was no three-pointer in this game, the defense of the Wizards was awful, with no resistance. The Warriors also showed leniency on the defensive end. Both teams engaged in a high-scoring battle, but in reality, the intensity of the game was quite low, with the Warriors being in control throughout.
After the game, Zhang Yusheng praised Curry:
"This is why we are able to be the number one team in the league. Stephen always steps up when the team needs him, and his performance perfectly embodies what an MVP is!"