Spurs ambush Warriors in first quarter of first game since Steph Curry injury
The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter of their NBA Cup game, establishing an 18-0 run and a 38-15 lead. This marked the Warriors' worst start in the play-by-play era, occurring in their first game without injured star Steph Curry.
Why it matters
This article highlights a significant early-game performance in an NBA Cup match, particularly notable due to the Warriors' poor showing in the absence of their key player, Steph Curry, and the Spurs' dominant start.
Maybe not the start the Golden State Warriors hoped for in their first game without Steph Curry , but probably the one that was most likely.
The San Antonio Spurs raced out on a team record 18-0 run to begin Friday's NBA Cup Group C game, the Dubs' worst start in the play-by-play era. Golden State was held scoreless over the first six minutes until a Gui Santos layup finally got them on the board. Their previous worst start came on Jan. 28, 2005 against the Seattle SuperSonics.
The Spurs' big run out the gates was sparked by Stephon Castle, who leads the game with 13 points, two assists and a rebound and is a perfect 3-of-3 from long range. Victor Wembanyama has four points, three rebounds and three assists as San Antonio has built a 38-15 lead through the first quarter.
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