Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors There will be a Game 7
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May 3, 2025 The hosts discuss the disappointing Game 6 and how fatigue may have affected the Warriors' performance. They explore strategic adjustments needed to tackle the Rockets' zone defense, including targeting gaps and improving shooting. As Game 7 approaches, they highlight key player dynamics, emphasizing the importance of aggressive gameplay and veteran leadership. The conversation also focuses on potential lineup changes and the critical contributions of players like Kaminga and Looney for achieving playoff success.
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Fatigue and Depth Hurt Warriors
- The Warriors are fatigued and their key players have been overworked, impacting their performance significantly.
- The lack of secondary scoring and rotation depth forces the team to rely heavily on Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler.
Zone Defense Limits Warriors' Offense
- Houston's zone defense forces Warriors' non-Steph starters to make tough outside shots, which they mostly miss.
- The Warriors struggle to attack inside the zone, showing a lack of aggressiveness and penetration that could break the defense.
Use Kaminga Aggressively in Game 7
- The Warriors should consider giving Jonathan Kaminga more aggressive offensive opportunities in Game 7.
- They need him to focus on scoring, drawing fouls, and taking decisive action instead of being passive.