For the first time all series, the Golden State Warriors looked like themselves in Game 4 of the 2015 NBA Finals. With the kind of dominant 21-point win most people were expecting all series long, the Dubs tied the series 2-2 Thursday night and stole home-court advantage back from the Cleveland Cavaliers.
But before Warriors fans breath a massive sigh of relief and start planning their championship parade, let’s not forget there’s still a pivotal Game 5 to be played. And as great as it’ll be to head back home, the Dubs aren’t out of the woods just yet.
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Still, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic heading back to Oracle Arena. The Cavs looked worn down in Game 4, the Dubs finally had a respectable shooting night and Cleveland will now have to win at least one more time in the NBA’s toughest road environment if they want to steal away a championship.
As the Warriors look to take a 3-2 Finals lead and prove that they’re back in control after the Cavs shocked the world early on, here’s a look at five hatches that need to be battened down heading into Sunday night’s Game 5.
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