Golden State Warriors fans have been on a wild ride. The team started hot, going 6-0 in preseason. Then, they stumbled, dropping as low as 12th in the West. A blockbuster trade for Jimmy Butler then turned things around, with the team going 16-3 after his arrival. But now, as the regular season enters crucial stage, doubts are creeping in again.<\/p>
Losing Klay Thompson was a big blow. Many expected the offense to suffer. But Stephen Curry, Buddy Hield, and Andrew Wiggins stepped up. The Warriors started strong, winning 12 of their first 15 games.<\/p>
Then came trouble. Curry had a slump, injuries hit, and Hield struggled with consistency. The team went 3-9 in December, dropping their win percentage to .500, and things looked rough.<\/p>
However, the trade deadline changed the season. Jimmy Butler joined<\/a>, and the Warriors found new life. His arrival helped Curry to be his vintage best. Hield became a key player off the bench. Draymond Green stepped up on defense and DPOY odds<\/a>. The Warriors went 16-3 after the trade and climbed to 6th in the West. A playoff push looked certain.<\/p> Also Read: “Still Helping the Heat Win Games”- Fans Brutally Roast Jimmy Butler for Poor Show Against Heat in Return to Miami<\/a><\/strong><\/p> Then, Curry went down. A pelvic contusion kept him out for two games. Without him, the Warriors’ offense crumbled.<\/p> Against the Miami Heat, the problems were glaring. The team shot just 39.8%<\/a> from the field and committed 12 turnovers. Miami, despite 15 turnovers, shot 55.8%. From three, the difference was even worse. Golden State hit just 9 of 38 attempts, while the Heat, led by Tyler Herro, went 17-for-25.<\/p> So, was it just an off day for the Dubs’ offense? Warriors’ Offense Is Worst in the League Without Curry<\/h2>
Turns out, it wasn’t.<\/p>