If you asked NBA fans earlier in the season if they thought the Golden State Warriors would be undefeated against the Dallas Mavericks in the regular season or even had a slim chance of clinching the playoffs they'd probably say 'no'. Well, in the NBA playoffs the unthinkable occurs. After the huge Game 1 upset at Dallas, Baron Davis and his Warriors are putting the heat on the Western conference contenders. Most everyone has the Mavs as the favorites to emerge into the league championship series then go on to play in the Finals.
The game got completely away from them Sunday night and Dirk nor Howard and Terry could ignite a comeback. Again, as with the final stretch of the season, Baron Davis was phenomenal. He damn near completed a triple-double, serving up 33 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists. What's not to like about this guy? He's the man! The critics who voted GS out early should reconsider their judgment...wait and see what happens.
Coach Don Nelson's strategy is working thus far against his former team. I'd like to see him keep up the creative game plans and shock the basketball world if the Warriors can indeed pull off a stunning upset. They're up 1-0, will play one more game at Dallas before heading home for 2. The young squad, full of leapers thrives off energy plays and feeds off the home crowd's reaction. Keep doing what works, GS and good things will happen!
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