Stephen Curry has etched his name deeper into NBA history, becoming the first Golden State Warriors player to notch 700 career games with at least 20 points. The milestone came in a dominant 132-108 victory over the Sacramento Kings, solidifying the Warriors’ push in the Western Conference standings.
Curry’s 20-point performance also tied him with the legendary Michael Jordan for the most 20+ point games by a guard after turning 35. His brilliance was complemented by a stellar team effort, with Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody combining for 43 points, while Buddy Hield contributed 22.
The win propelled the Warriors past the Kings into ninth place in the Western Conference, boosting their playoff aspirations.
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Meanwhile, Western Conference leaders Oklahoma City Thunder showed no signs of slowing down after the All-Star break, thrashing the Utah Jazz 130-107 in Salt Lake City. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 21 points, while Chet Holmgren added 20, securing Thunder’s eighth win in their last nine games.
In the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers delivered a statement victory, dismantling the New York Knicks 142-106 to reinforce their dominance. Despite the heavy loss, the Knicks remain one of the top teams, having won 46 of their 56 games this season.
Elsewhere, the Milwaukee Bucks battled past the Washington Wizards 104-101, with Brook Lopez contributing 18 points and nine rebounds. The Miami Heat ended their four-game losing streak with a 120-111 triumph over the Toronto Raptors, while the Detroit Pistons secured a 125-110 win against the San Antonio Spurs.
Other results saw the Dallas Mavericks outlast the New Orleans Pelicans 111-103, and the Houston Rockets stun the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-115.
Curry’s historic night has once again reminded the world why he remains one of the greatest scorers of all time. With the Warriors heating up, could this be the spark they need for a deep playoff run?
