3 most impactful players in the NBA Conference Finals

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MAY 03: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors embrace against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 03, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images) /

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MAY 18: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors fights for the ball against Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

Most impactful players in NBA Conference Finals: Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors

Luka Doncic and the Mavericks know how it feels to let a lead slip away. In the first two games of the series, Dallas struggled to stop Stephen Curry and the Warriors in the second half.

Golden State’s All-Star guard has scored more than 20 points in each of the three games of this series. His four three-pointers per game average has helped the Warriors climb out of uncomfortable situations, too.

Making plays without the ball is also a talent of Curry. Creating good looks for open teammates has given the Warriors an edge on offense. Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole have made the most of their point guard’s 5.9 assists per game. Explosive shooting has kept the Mavericks winless during the series.

Hoisting the Larry O’Brien trophy will be a special moment for the players who have dedicated their season to winning a championship. Four teams are left in the playoff bracket, and it will be up to these players to make a lasting impact on their squads.

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