How is Stephen Curry doing this? It’s not something many wonder at this point. The Chef, even at 37, is enjoying one of the best scoring sprees of his career. Against the Lakers, he led from the front with 37 points but did find some difficulty in shooting. So he made amends, nailing seven triples with 36 points in the Warriors’ pivotal win against the Nuggets today. But he isn’t the only guy succeeding.

Like a true pioneer, the Baby Face Assassin has been at the center of nourishing the Warriors for all these years. During the back-to-backs, sophomore Brandin Podziemski, in particular, looks to be finding his groove playing beside Curry. He’s shot 50% from beyond the arc and is thriving as the starting guard besides Curry.

But Draymond Green is familiar with seeing this. “I mean Steph’s success attracts attention for everybody. It’s always been that way,” he said after the game. He commends Podziemski for utilizing the space Curry draws, and shooting the ball with “confidence”. The same was true for Klay Thompson, who became one of the greatest shooters playing with Stephen Curry.

Even the newest arrival, Jimmy Butler finds his job to be “easy” when playing with the two-time MVP. But there have been players who couldn’t adapt to the ways of the Warriors. In short, they couldn’t hack playing with a system around Curry. So did he fall short in creating a thriving environment? Not according to Green.

“So I think we all benefit from Steph. It’s not just BP. Everybody whose played with Steph over the last I can speak for 13 years has benefitted. And if you couldn’t benefit it’s your fault, it ain’t Steph Curry’s fault,” he said about his longest-tenured teammate.

And it’s understandable. For any young player, being by Stephen Curry ensures quality looks because of the attention he draws. The likes of Podziemski and Kuminga have all thrived when playing with the four-time champion. Of course, he isn’t alone responsible. The Warriors’ heavy ball movement system gives every player the opportunity.

It’s never just about raw talent, but how you adapt and respond. And when it comes to Brandin Podziemski, he’s been a textbook example of growth through perseverance. He didn’t burst onto the scene from Day 1, but he kept grinding, found his rhythm, and now he’s thriving—right alongside one of the most gravity-defying players in NBA history.

Playing next to Stephen Curry comes with obvious perks: more space, easier looks, and a masterclass in offensive movement every night. But that doesn’t mean it’s always seamless. Sometimes styles just don’t sync up right away—not out of anyone’s fault, just growing pains.

But here’s the thing: Curry’s game is built to elevate others. Even on his “quiet” nights, his mere presence warps defenses. That gravitational pull is what gives guys like Podziemski the runway to shine—and now that he’s figured it out, he’s become a real scoring threat.

The chemistry between the two is developing into something special. Podz is not just surviving next to Curry—he’s starting to thrive, and that speaks volumes about his work ethic and the blueprint Curry lays down for those around him.

Draymond Green turns into Klay Thompson?

Playing back-to-backs is never easy. And with how crucial the final few games are in the West, it makes it all the more exhausting. Even Draymond Green, a man with an infinite motor, felt drained after two marquee matchups. First, it was guarding Luka Doncic, then it was Nikola Jokic, two players who require immense energy to guard.

So the usually lively Green could barely focus during the post-game press conference. However, he took an unusual route to express it. It may have been just a year since Klay Thompson left the Warriors. And although Green was a hugely supportive at the time, he took a playful shot at his former teammate. “I’m sorry I’m giving y’all the lowest energy ever. I’m exhausted. I sound like Klay Thompson up here,” he told the reporters.

Thompson isn’t out of energy after games. However, his demeanor is far different from how Draymond Green conducts himself. The Splash Brother is a man of few words and appears to have a low tolerance when talking to the media. On the other hand, Green even hosts a podcast, so he is elaborate during press conferences.

Just not after playing two key games on back-to-back nights. Not only traveling, but the veteran forward is responsible for holding down the Warriors defense. But a relentless attack from the Joker takes a huge physical toll. As great of a defender Green is in the post, Jokic’s size and physicality take out the most no matter how good the defense is.

Add the Warriors have played three games in four days, and his fatigue is well justified.