- Stephen Curry exploded for 52 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists to lead Golden State past Memphis
- The Warriors’ point guard became the first player in NBA history to record 50+ points, 10+ three-pointers, and 5 steals in a single game
- Golden State overtook Memphis in the Western Conference standings, moving into fifth place with a 44-31 record
Key Takeaways:
Stephen Curry continues to stack superlatives next to his name and played a fundamental role in the Golden State Warriors’ 134:125 road win over the Memphis Grizzlies last night. The legendary point guard posted an astounding stat line of 52 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, powering his team to victory. He was followed by Jimmy Butler III, who added 27 points, while Draymond Green notched his first triple-double (13/10/12) of the season. For the Grizzlies, Ja Morant poured in 36 points, but it proved insufficient for the home side.
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With his performance, Curry also rewrote the record books, becoming the first player in NBA history to score more than 50 points in a game while also hitting 10 or more three-pointers—12 in his case—and recording 5 steals.
With only a few regular-season games remaining, the battle for playoff positions in the Western Conference is more intense than ever. Thanks to this win, Golden State leapfrogs Memphis into fifth place with a 44-31 record, leaving the Grizzlies just behind at 44-32.