Introduction
Stephen Curry put on a show on Saturday night. He scored 41 points as the Golden State Warriors beat the Orlando Magic 126-119 in overtime. Overtime is extra time played when a game is tied at the end of four quarters. The win was the Warriors’ seventh in a row. Golden State started the season 0-3, but now it is one of the hottest teams in the NBA.
What Happened
The Warriors won 126-119 at Chase Center in San Francisco on November 7. Curry scored a three-point play with 1:38 left in overtime to put Golden State ahead. A three-point play is when a player scores a basket and is fouled, then makes the free throw. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg made a key three-pointer in overtime and finished with 23 points and eight rebounds. Draymond Green had a season-high 13 assists for the Warriors. Franz Wagner led Orlando with 30 points and 11 assists. Tristan da Silva and Wendell Carter Jr. each scored 19 points for the Magic. Jamal Cain’s putback with two seconds left in the fourth quarter sent the game to overtime. A putback is when a player scores right after grabbing a missed shot.
Why People Are Talking About It
People are talking about this game because of Stephen Curry. The 38-year-old star is in his 18th season, and he is still playing at a very high level. This was his second 40-point game of the season. It was also his fourth game in the last five with at least 30 points. Curry also became the seventh player ever with 26,000 points, 5,000 rebounds, and 6,000 assists. Fans are also excited about the Warriors’ turnaround. Golden State started 0-3 and now has its longest winning streak since March. The Magic fell to 2-7, and they have lost four games in a row on the Warriors’ home floor.
What Happens Next
The Warriors will host the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. They will try to make it eight wins in a row. The Magic will play at Sacramento on Tuesday night. Orlando needs a win to turn its season around. Both teams play again soon, so fans will see if the Warriors can keep this run going.
Final Thoughts
Stephen Curry showed once again why he is one of the best players of his time. He made the big plays when the game was on the line. The Warriors’ young players also stepped up, which is a good sign for the team. The Magic fought hard all night, but they could not stop Curry in overtime.
Sources: ESPN
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