The Golden State Warriors are on pace to break their very own record of most wins in a single regular NBA season. Led by Stephen Curryās scoring outbursts, theyāve been the best team in the league thus far.
Steve Kerrās side is completely dominating its rivals on both ends of the floor. Even without Kevin Durant or Klay Thompson on the court,this Warriorsā squad reminiscenceof the best years of āThe Dynastyā.
And, according to Draymond Green, one of the reasons behind that success has been Curryās defense. He recently said that, even though people praise him for being the greatest shooter of all time, heās actually become one of the best defenders on the team as well.
Warriors News: Draymond Green Says Stephen Curry Is One Of The Best Defenders On The Team
āNo-one talks about Stephās defense,ā Green said. āThe one thing that has been constant forever is his effort. Heās never not giving effort on that side of the ball. I think he used to reach a lot⦠You just see him continue to take steps. Now? Heās one of the best defenders we have on our team now. Itās beautiful to watch. When heās giving the type of effort that he gives on that side of the floor, everyone else has to follow.ā
Itās Championship Or Bust For The Warriors, Says Klay Thompson
The Warriors havenāt even reached their peak yet. Klay Thompson and James Wiseman havenāt made their season debut so theyāre only expected to get better. Thatās why Thompson thinks itās time to win another ring:
āWe are now the type of team where itās championship or bust,ā Thompson told the media. āAnd thatās a really cool position to be in. Not a lot of players get to experience that. Weāre 15-2. Thatās a great indicator. And our defense, which is top-three in the league, as well as our offense. And Iām not back yet. Think about that. Really think about that. Iām really more motivated than ever. I want a championship so bad. More than anything.ā
Itās still too early to tell but the Warriors are on pace to win 74 games this season and while that seems unlikely or unsustainable, theyāve already shown what theyāre capable of when theyāre at their best.





