If we are being honest, the game between the Brooklyn Nets and the Golden State Warriors last night was a mismatch on paper, with the defending NBA champions playing without superstar Stephen Curry, teammates Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins. The mismatch on paper turned into a reality quickly, as Brooklyn led by an astonishing 29 points at the end of the first quarter and put up a team-record 91 points in the first half, good for third-best in NBA history.
Brooklyn also matched a team record with nine players in double figures, knocking down 21 three-pointers along the way. Kevin Durant led the way with 23 points.
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Durant discussed the focus and preparation of the team and being mindful of not overlooking the team despite the injuries.
“Yeah, I mean, it’s the Warriors,” Durant said. “You always respect them no matter who is on the floor. They have a championship system, championship players. Even though Steph, Klay, Wiggins are out, those guys had a next-up mentality. Just come out there and play so you can’t take them lightly, and I think we did a good job of staying focused to start.”
Brooklyn hosts Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks Friday night at Barclays Center.
