The three-point sensei was in full action once again and fans are expecting the 2023-24 season to be his most dominant. Stephen Curry did not fail to impress fans at the Chase Center against the Los Angeles Lakers. Things are going to get very competitive this season, especially because teams in the Western Conference have become so much more powerful.
The 4x NBA Champion had the Lakers scrambling during one play while he drove to the basket. However, he faked a euro step and passed the ball to Chris Paul, who stood behind him. Paul waited for Curry to gather his steps and find an open spot before passing the ball back to him. The Golden State Warriors veteran was left open for the three-point shot and nailed a no-look dagger. This left fans impressed as they took to social media.
He does that so effortlessly 👌
— Callie (@CalliePhakathi) October 14, 2023
Steph about to set records this year.🏀🏀😳
— Jimmy Hexdrix (@Lr4James) October 14, 2023
One fan said, “Steph [is] about to set records this year.” Another fan said, “He does that so effortlessly.” However, they also took time to appreciate the chemistry CP3 has already developed with Stephen Curry and other players. A major contribution to this beautiful no-look three-pointer was Paul’s elite basketball IQ and playmaking abilities. He was acquired from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole. Not everybody appreciated the trade but he’s certainly proving them wrong.
Stephen Curry and the Warriors bag their second win against the Lakers
The Warriors stole another easy victory against the Lakers on Friday night. Dub Nation had their first game against the Lakers during the preseason opener, which they won. Coming into Game 2, the Lakers had a major advantage by having LeBron James and Anthony Davis present on the court. James was ruled out for their initial meeting for load management. LA had the opportunity to make use of the Warriors’ lack of size. The players who currently work at the center position are primarily forwards.
However, the Warriors worked their offense beautifully to win the game 129-125. Stephen Curry had 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists backed by 10 points from Gary Payton II and 15 points from Moses Moody. Rookie Brandin Podziemski had an incredible game as well recording 10 points and 10 assists. And it seems like Jonathan Kuminga is on the brink of having a breakout season as well. He scored 24 points in Game 1 and 26 points in his recent appearance against the Lakers.
James and Davis recorded a combined total of 25 points. Taurean Prince stood out offensively as he led the Lakers in scoring with 17 points. Austin Reaves has been maintaining a rhythm since the 2023 FIBA World Cup. He finished with 16 points in the game. And the Lakers’ underrated star, Christian Wood recorded 13 points and 7 rebounds. Chances are Wood will elevate the Lakers from the bench once the regular season starts.