The Golden State Warriors sent a clear message Monday in Brooklyn: they are still a dangerous team when Stephen Curry is on the court.
With 27 points from the star point guard and a solid collective performance, Golden State defeated the Brooklyn Nets 120-107 at the Barclays Center, in a game that started uphill but ended under visiting control.
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The start was favorable for the Nets (10-20), led by Spaniard Jordi Fernández.
Brooklyn imposed rhythm from the first quarter and even had a 13-point lead, supported by their defensive intensity and confidence after winning seven of their last ten games.
In December, moreover, the Nets had established themselves as the NBA’s best defense, a statistic that reflected their remarkable improvement after a difficult start to the season.
However, the Warriors (17-16) responded with experience.
They adjusted on defense, took better care of the ball and began to find Curry in favorable situations.
Before halftime, Golden State had already rebounded and went into the locker room with a slight lead, completely changing the narrative of the game.
The third quarter was even and tense, with both teams exchanging baskets and no clear dominator.
Brooklyn stayed in the fight thanks to Michael Porter Jr., who was again the offensive reference with 27 points and nine rebounds, and Russian rookie Egor Dëmin, who signed one of his best performances of the season with 23 units.
Nic Claxton contributed 15 points, while Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney added 13 and 11, respectively.
But in the last period the most recognizable version of Golden State appeared.
Curry took control of the tempo, punished from long distance and opened up space for his teammates.
Jimmy Butler was a key complement with 21 points, providing physicality and leadership in important moments.
In addition, the Warriors’ bench made a difference: Trayce Jackson-Davis scored 11 points, and Gary Payton, Will Richard and De’Anthony Melton contributed 10 apiece, ensuring that the lead was not diluted.
For the Hispanic community that follows the NBA in the United States, this win reinforces the idea that the Warriors remain uncomfortable contenders in the West, capable of winning demanding games away from home.
At the same time, Brooklyn is showing positive signs under Jordi Fernández, with a more structured defense and young players who are beginning to respond in demanding scenarios.
Although the loss cuts short their good momentum, the Nets continue in a process of growth.
Golden State, on the other hand, leaves Brooklyn with more than just a win: confirmation that, with Curry at the helm, it still has a lot to say this season.
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