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Warriors: 3 stats that describe Stephen Curry’s game perfectly

By James Siegle

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CLEVELAND, OH – JUNE 6: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Three of the 2018 NBA Finals on June 6, 2018 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OH – JUNE 6: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Three of the 2018 NBA Finals on June 6, 2018 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High-volume scoring

In the NBA, nothing beats a Stephen Curry scoring burst. Regardless of the opponent, these streaks are beautiful and highlight-worthy. The Warriors frequent national television … and this began before Durant arrived.

America loves its Warriors, much thanks to Steph and his scoring explosions.

In 2017-18, huge games happened early and often. Steph scored 30 or more points in 33.3 percent of regular season appearances (ESPN).  This scoring output is exceptional, obviously. Curry also proved himself capable of even bigger-time performances.

He netted 35 or more points in 13.7 percent of regular season games. Anytime this 35 mark is attained, the scorer is indisputably feeling it.

To complement these huge games, Steph validated his volume with consistency. Curry dropped at least 20 points in 84.3 percent of games last year (ESPN). This speaks to one of the NBA’s most difficult accomplishments … greatness on the nightly.

A handful of NBA players can produce huge games when left unguarded. Overcoming countless defensive schemes against different squads and their best stoppers? This is an entirely new level.

Steph’s dominance didn’t end with the regular season. Despite injuries, Curry played quite well in the playoffs. He scored 27 or more points in 60 percent of his postseason appearances (ESPN). Steph also topped 30 points twice in four Finals games.

His play propelled Golden State to abruptly sweep the Cavs.

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