How is Stephen Curry the Only Warrior With 20+ Points this Season? Dubs Legend Chris Mullin Pinpoints Glaring Issues

Less than a week after a shocking defeat, the Golden State Warriors found themselves hosting the Cleveland Cavaliers. Just like the previous encounter, Stephen Curry unleashed an impressive performance. However, the Warriors faced their fair share of challenges, which became increasingly apparent as the game unfolded. The visiting Cavaliers outperformed the Warriors, securing a 118-110 victory.

This marked the first time since 2009 that Cleveland had swept the Warriors in their two-game season series. Despite Stephen Curry reaching 22,000 career points during the game, his and the Warriors’ scoring woes turned them into the architects of their downfall.

Warriors legend points at Stephen Curry and the Warriors’ struggles

Chris Mullin was on NBC Sports, addressing the Warriors game against the Cavs. While the light was on Stephen Curry being the only Warriors to cruise past 20 points this season, the legend had plenty of concerns. Mullin said, “The Warriors do not have a lot of players that can beat their individual defenders,” highlighting the use of enhanced ball movement, off-court movement, timely screens, and efficient post-usage to break defenses. Even though Mullin claims their chemistry is growing, he showcases troubles regarding the teams that are not only taller but also more athletic than the dub nation.

Furthermore, Mullin claims that the Warriors need to find their rhythm in a fast-paced offense. They need to hunt for the open floor, through outlet passes on defensive rebounds. Additionally, he suggests that tinkering with the lineups and their approach can help them get in their optimum shape in some time; given their IQ and experience.

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Turnovers cost the Warriors the game

Despite the Warriors only converting 37 of their 90 shots, their focus remained unwavering throughout the game. The Cavaliers, despite shooting better, stayed close by landing 37 out of 86 shots. Adding to the Warriors’ strengths, they dominated the boards on both ends of the court. They outnumbered the Cavs in both defensive and offensive rebounds.

However, the inability to control the ball ultimately cost the Warriors the game. In return, the Cavs capitalized on every opportunity, scoring 32 points off forced turnovers, marking a season high for them. Notably, the Cavaliers also achieved a season high in steals, with Darius Garland leading the charge with 5 steals. Furthermore, the Cavs had three players with multiple steals recorded by their name. On the other hand, GSW recorded only 5 steals as a unit.

While the Warriors committed a total of 20 turnovers, the Cavs lost possession only 10 times. Among the Warriors, four players tallied at least 3 turnovers, with Stephen Curry turning the ball over 4 times, the highest among the team.

The early void created by these elements haunted the Warriors throughout the game. Furthermore, it also restricted them in marking a comeback. By the half, the Cavs dominated in points off turnovers. They outscored the Warriors 15-0 in the realm.

As a result, the disparity weighed heavily on the Warriors, especially as they pushed for a comeback in the fourth quarter. Although the Cavs turned the ball over thrice in the fourth, they effectively prevented the Warriors from capitalizing on those opportunities. Moreover, the visitors scored 11 points off the Warriors’ 6 turnovers, maintaining a consistent advantage.

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Additionally, the Warriors faced a setback at the free-throw line. The visiting team made 13 more trips to the charity stripe than the hosts did. In return, they resulted in an 8-point advantage for the Cavs.

What do you make of Chris Mullin’s statement? Do the Warriors players need to step up and help their star?