The Golden State Warriors faced a harsh reality in their recent playoff exit, losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-110. Their downfall began with Stephen Curry's injury in Game 1, which effectively derailed the team's chances. Without Curry, the Warriors could not maintain their previously high-scoring offense, struggling significantly. The hope of a less Curry-reliant team emerged with the midseason addition of Jimmy Butler. However, the stark contrast in performance with and without Curry underscores his irreplaceable role in the team's dynamics and offensive output.
With Curry healthy, Golden State won the first 15 minutes of the series by 10 points. Without him, they lost the last 225 minutes by a combined 56.
There was reason to hope, however, that the Warriors would be a little less Steph-dependent during this playoff run. The team swung a midseason trade for Jimmy Butler.
Curry still chugs along nicely, even at 37. The Warriors have slowly reinvented themselves around him, hanging on only to Curry, the 35-year-old Draymond Green, and coach Steve Kerr.
Without him, they lost the last 225 minutes by a combined 56. This stark contrast highlights how pivotal Curry has been to the Warriors' success.
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