On the very first possession of the game, the two sides engaged in fierce physical contact.
Durant was sent sprawling by Jokic's screen, showing just how determined and forceful Jokic had been.
Kerr was already tensely standing on the sideline during the very first possession. In that last attack, he had seen something even more dangerous than a determined Jokic.
That was Link's desire to score!
He had come right out and drilled a quick three-pointer. That was not Link's usual style, yet he had done exactly that today.
It showed that Link was desperately eager to score today!
A Link with an overwhelming desire to score? Just thinking about it sent a chill down Kerr's spine.
Hopefully, Durant could withstand the pressure today.
After Link, Curry quickly answered with a three-pointer of his own from beyond the arc.
That basket made the cheers inside Oracle Arena grow even louder.
Curry spat out his mouthguard and looked extremely relaxed.
Winning the previous game had multiplied Curry's confidence. He had proven that he and Durant were capable of competing with Link.
But Curry's relaxed expression quickly vanished.
Because Link's response came far faster than Curry had imagined!
Curry had barely gotten back on defense when he saw Link already charging across half court with the ball!
The Warriors' entire defensive line instantly descended into panic. None of them had expected Link's offensive onslaught to be this ferocious today.
Durant spread his arms and faced Link once again. Link suddenly paused, then made a crossover to the right.
Link's movement was smooth and fluid, but Durant's defense was no joke either.
He reacted immediately and slid over again. This time, there was no screen to stop him!
However, Link had barely completed the crossover before quickly spinning to the right again!
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