The other half of the back to back nightmare tips off tonight, as the Raptors try to regroup against the Golden State Warriors.
The Toronto Raptors return from a disappointing night in Cleveland to face another beastly team. While Golden State isn’t off to the insane start they enjoyed last season (24 straight wins before dropping a game to the Bucks!), they can’t help but be better. Kevin Durant is in their house.
The Warriors lead the NBA in team scoring with an average of 116.4 points per game [PPG]. Durant is their leading scorer at 27.7 PPG, with a skinny point guard named Stephen Curry a half-point behind. Klay Thompson is having difficulty finding the bottom of the basket so far, shooting 31.9% from deep. Yet he’s averaging 18.8 PPG…rough life, being a Warrior.
They allow an average of 108.2 opposition points, which is tied for 24th. Clearly, coach Steve Kerr is content playing frequent “last basket wins” shootouts.
The Warriors’ positionless alignment is best exemplified by their sort-of forward (he played center last year), Draymond Green, who leads the team in rebounds – and assists.
3 Keys to Victory for Toronto
3 lesser Warriors
Nov 1, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) celebrates after hitting a shot during the third quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports
Conclusion & Final Score
Last night’s result in Cleveland was the worst of all possible worlds for the Raptors. They lost a close game, which meant our big guns played a ton of minutes. The Warriors practiced in Toronto. I wonder who’s more ready?
Golden State 107 – Toronto 101
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