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Curry Scores 44 Points to Power Warriors Past Timberwolves
Golden State earns its second straight win after an 0-3 start, with Curry delivering a season-high performance and the team closing out a tight road contest.
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Curry's Shooting Display
Stephen Curry reached 44 points in the 119-114 win, marking the 46th time he has scored 40 or more since turning 30. The Warriors coaching staff used high-screen actions to pull Rudy Gobert away from the paint, creating space that Curry exploited with six shots in the first seven minutes and 10 more in the second quarter. He reached 23 points on 8-of-16 shooting by halftime, including five three-pointers, one from 31 feet.
Lead Management and Closing
Golden State built a lead of as many as 24 points before Minnesota forced turnovers and threatened late. Curry responded by making all seven of his free throws in the final eight minutes to finish 16-of-16 from the line. He also passed the 30-minute mark for the first time this season after diving for a loose ball in the third quarter.
Road Trip Success and Next Steps
The win completed a 2-1 road trip for the Warriors, who had opened the season with three straight losses including a 12-point collapse in their home opener. The team returns home for a six-game homestand that begins against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.
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