Thrilling Final Battle
In the last showdown of the season between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers, the Warriors emerged victorious with a commanding 134-120 win. Their incredible performance included sinking a remarkable 26 three-pointers, leaving the Lakers helpless on the court. This single-game achievement not only marks three new historic milestones in the league but also deals the Lakers their most embarrassing defeat in franchise history.
Historic Shooting Display
According to ESPN Stats & Info, the Warriors’ three-point shooting was exceptional, with 26 made shots out of 41 attempts, boasting an impressive 63.4% shooting accuracy. This performance establishes the Warriors as the team with the highest three-point shooting percentage in a single game in NBA history, surpassing 40 attempts. Such instances of a team attempting over 40 three-pointers in a game have occurred over 3400 times in league history.
Unprecedented Feat
Furthermore, the Warriors became the first team ever to make at least 25 three-pointers in a game while maintaining a shooting accuracy of 60%. Leading the charge, Stephen Curry contributed the most with 6 made three-pointers, followed by Klay Thompson and Draymond Green with 5 each, and Andrew Wiggins and Brandin Podziemski with 3 each. Gary Payton II added 2, while Chris Paul and Jonathan Kuminga contributed 1 each.
Dominant Defense
In addition to their offensive prowess, the Warriors showcased their defensive capabilities by tallying a total of 12 blocks, with Andrew Wiggins accounting for 3 of them. This achievement makes the Warriors the first team in NBA history to record at least 12 blocks in a single game while also making at least 25 three-pointers.
Lakers’ Humbling Defeat
The Lakers endured a humiliating defeat as they struggled to contain the Warriors’ offensive onslaught, surrendering a record-breaking 26 three-pointers in a single game. With this loss, the Lakers now hold the unwanted distinction of allowing the most three-pointers made by an opponent in franchise history. Currently, the Lakers hold the 9th spot in the Western Conference with a record of 45 wins and 35 losses, trailing the 10th-placed Warriors by just 0.5 games with a record of 44 wins and 35 losses. The Sacramento Kings, sitting at 8th place with a record of 45 wins and 34 losses, also maintain a 0.5-game lead over the Lakers.
Conclusion
The Warriors’ historic performance against the Lakers not only highlights their offensive prowess but also underscores their dominance on both ends of the court. As they continue their quest for success, the Lakers are left to regroup and strategize for the challenges ahead in the remainder of the season. (Lvbet)
