Friday, June 10, 2016

2016 NBA Finals: Game 4 Golden State Warriors @ Cleveland Cavaliers Q-by-Q Reaction


Q4:

GSW 108 CLE 97

Champions find ways to win on the road, especially when they got blown out in the last game. The Warriors showed championship grit in the 2nd half as Curry came alive and helped spark the team to this victory. But the overall defense and the competitiveness of Draymond Green were also factors. It's a tough loss for the Cavs and Kyrie Irving, who's found the touch the last two games. The city of Cleveland is just one loss away from yet another heartbreaking chapter in their sports culture and lore. Stay tuned for the full recap.

Q3:

GSW 79 CLE 77

It is safe to say that the Splash Bros have arrived in this quarter and in the 2016 NBA Finals. Both Curry and Thompson finally get on that 20 point mark to give the Warriors' offense a spark. Anderson Varejao, the former Cav, is getting some quality minutes and he has given the Dubs some 2nd chance opportunities for them to get back in the game and claim the lead. Kyrie Irving continues to shine for the Cavs though. He's carrying the team on his back with his 27 point performance as the Cavs are still within striking distance.


Q2:

GSW 50 CLE 55

Another 1st half ends with Golden State hanging around against the Cavs. Kyrie Irving is having another efficient game, but the rebounding of the Cavs have stepped up since the series shifted to Cleveland. There's still a lot of game to go. Onto the halftime report.

Q1:

GSW 29 CLE 28

Last game, the Cavaliers opened up the flood gates offensively over the Warriors. This start for the Warriors is the kind of bounceback performance they needed. Both teams are neck and neck. Steph Curry got to an early groove to jumpstart the Dubs. Tristan Thompson's rebounding is giving the Cavs a lot of 2nd chance opportunities. Close game to start, but more beneficial for the Warriors as they didn't get anything going in the first quarter in game 3.

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