Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast GSW/HOU Game 7; IND/CLE Game 1; DEN/OKC Outlook
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May 5, 2025 Stephen Curry adds to his legacy with a remarkable Game 7 performance, leading the Warriors against the Rockets. Meanwhile, the Pacers' surprising 30 percent shooting advantage raises questions about the Cavaliers' future. The showdown between MVP candidates Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic looms, with discussions on strategic matchups and player impacts. Key performances and coaching decisions will be pivotal in determining outcomes as both the Indiana-Cleveland and Denver-Oklahoma City series unfold.
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Stephen Curry's Legendary Stamina
- Stephen Curry displayed incredible stamina, outplaying younger players who were visibly fatigued and cramping.
- His energy and hustle, including steals and rebounding, turned the tide for Golden State.
Buddy Hield Defeats Houston's Zone
- Houston's zone defense struggled because Buddy Hield emerged as an unlikely sharpshooter against it.
- Warriors adapted by creating shots for Hield, who shot them out of the zone, rather than relying on Curry initially.
Houston's Offensive Struggles Exposed
- The Rockets' horrible offensive shooting, especially limiting themselves to 18 total three-pointers, led to their downfall.
- Golden State's defense, especially contesting 15 shots by Draymond Green, shut down Houston's efficiency inside and outside.