Supporters react to fresh Stephen Curry meme during Game 5 between Warriors and Timberwolves
Locked and Loaded: The Golden State Warriors' Battle for Survival in Game 5
The Golden State Warriors are pulling out all the stops to keep their playoff dream alive against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But without the legendary Stephen Curry, they're faced with a formidable challenge.
During Game 5 on Wednesday, Curry could only watch from the sidelines as the Timberwolves expanded their lead in the first half. The enlarged margin turned him into an instant internet sensation.
Rolling with the Memes: The Stephen Curry Phenomenon in Game 5 vs. Timberwolves
In the early stages of Game 5, Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle dropped a monster three-pointer. The camera swung over to Stephen Curry seated on the Warriors bench, shaking his head, powerless to do anything but watch.
At the break, the Wolves had a commanding 62-47 lead over the Warriors. By the third quarter, their lead swelled to as much as 18 points.
Wade's Two-Word Razor as Jimmy Butler Feels the Heat in Warriors' Game 5 Defeat
Meanwhile, Dwyane Wade couldn't resist throwing some shade at Jimmy Butler during the game. Meanwhile, Charles Barkley expressed doubts about theWarriors' aging trio's ability to compete in the Western Conference. Steve Kerr acknowledged that the team might have had a shot at victory, had Curry been in the lineup.
Deemed unfit to take the court, Curry underwent an evaluation by the Warriors on Wednesday morning. The team confirmed that he was making steady progress in his recovery from a hamstring strain. However, he still wasn't ready to return to action. Saturday's evaluation would provide a clearer picture of his potential participation in a potential Game 6. But with the Timberwolves now leading the series, the chances of a sixth game seem slim.
Brandon Podziemski led the Warriors' scoring charge with 19 points, while Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green chipped in with 12 and 10 points respectively. Julius Randle paced the Timberwolves with 19 points, Rudy Gobert added 15 points, and Mike Conley scored 14.
Sadly, the Warriors' season came to an end with Game 5's loss. Curry's hamstring strain proved to be the decisive factor in their postseason exit. Despite his promising progress, the team's early elimination means Curry won't be returning this season. His recovery will continue for the next campaign.
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The Warriors' playoff dream hangs in the balance, with Stephen Curry watching from the sidelines as they fight to stay alive in the NBA playoffs against the Timberwolves. Regardless of his progress, the Warriors' exit from the postseason seems imminent without the basketball superstar.
