Imai boldly stated he’d prefer to defeat the Dodgers, who boast some of baseball’s most elite talent from Japan, rather than join them (TV Asahi)
That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:
#1 The talk of a MLB lock out is heating up here in the dead of winter. The Collective Bargaining Agreement between the players and owners expires Dec 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET when the contract comes up.
#2 The players have made it pretty clear their not going for a salary cap which the owners are dead set on if they don’t get a salary cap the 2027 season could see a work stoppage.
#3 It’s been said that if the cap is the only answer baseball is in trouble. Does that spell the possibility that the 2027 could be wiped out?
#4 The San Francisco Giants speaking on cutting back on spending money the Giants will not sign Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to which sources say due to financial considerations and a preference for more modestly priced short term deals. The Giants might start going in the direction of other clubs who will use younger players and when a player is established they could go packing.
#5 Turning to the NBA. The Golden State Warriors have united the Curry brothers as the Warriors signed veteran guard Seth Curry for the rest of the 2024-25 season on Monday. Seth was at the Warriors training camp but got waived because of the team’s financial restraints.
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
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LaTerraza Mexican Restaurant at 1027 2nd Street in Old Sacramento give them a call at 916-440-0874.
Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III, right, drives to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens during the first half of an NBA basketball game in San Francisco, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
By Michael Villanueva
SAN FRANCISCO – On a cool Saturday evening in San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors faced the New Orleans Pelicans at 5:30 p.m. inside Chase Center for Filipino Heritage Night. The game marks the teams’ second clash this season, with Golden State winning the previous 124-106 on November 17 at New Orleans. In the game, Warriors guard Moses Moody scored 32 points to lead his team on the road.
This also marked the return of former Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney. Looney was drafted by Golden State in 2015 and spent a decade as a fierce rebounder and versatile defender, winning championships in 2017, 2018, and 2022 while filling any role coach Steve Kerr asked of him. This summer, he agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with the New Orleans Pelicans. During his time in the Bay, the Warriors paid him tributes through video and warm welcomes from former teammates.
Golden State had to play the game without Stephen Curry. The Warriors have an offensive rating of 118.2 with him on the court and 105.2 without him. The team is prepared to play a few games without him. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr had this to say about the situation. “Its a good opportunity for us to forge an identity without him… but this year were not playing well with and without him. So we have a chance to show the league what we can do with and without him.”
Quinten Post made the Warriors’ first three-pointer of the game, putting them on the board. However, that would be their only shot from beyond the arc throughout the first quarter. The long-range problems continued into the second half, with Golden State hitting only 2-for-22 from three in the first half, for a cold 9.1%. Despite their terrible outside shooting, the Warriors remained competitive by attacking in transition and creating scoring opportunities with cuts in the paint.
A major momentum shift happened midway through the second quarter when Micah Peavy of New Orleans committed a common foul on Jimmy Butler III that was reviewed and raised to a flagrant 1. Butler made the free throws, and the action shifted momentum back to Golden State. The Warriors then completed the half strongly, going 8-for-9 at the line to reclaim control.
Golden State led 42-38 at halftime, combining their defensive effort with improved ball movement to reach a rhythm late in the half. Through two quarters, the Warriors had 25 rebounds and 11 assists, led by standout performances from Gary Payton II (12 points, 5 rebounds) and Jimmy Butler III (11 points, six rebounds, five assists).
New Orleans struggled from deep as well, matching Golden State’s 9.1% outside shooting with a 1-for-11 performance from three. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 6 points and 3 rebounds, but he received two personal fouls, limiting the impact he had.
Both teams returned from halftime with renewed energy, especially from beyond the arc. After a sluggish first half, the Warriors eventually found their shooting rhythm in the third quarter, hitting five three-pointers to spark the offense. Brandin Podziemski had a stunning stretch in the quarter, scoring ten points, while Jimmy Butler III continued his stellar performance with eight points. Golden State’s ball movement also improved significantly, with the team racking up ten assists in the third quarter as backdoor cuts and fast passes regularly broke down the Pelicans’ defense.
New Orleans answered with a surge of its own. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 11 points in the third quarter, attacking downhill and forcing the Warriors to adjust defensively. Jeremiah Fears contributed a crucial 8 points, allowing New Orleans to keep up during the back-and-forth momentum swings.
As the game approached the final five minutes of regulation, the intensity only grew. With both teams trading baskets and defensive stops, the score drew closer and eventually tied at 87-87.
In the final stretch, Golden State took control because of brilliant offensive execution, aggressive rebounding, and accurate ball movement. Podziemski made his third three-pointer to increase the lead, and the Pelicans battled to keep up with the Warriors’ tempo. Several Warriors players finished with double-digit figures, featuring Draymond Green, who had nine rebounds and four assists, earning his only points in the final 40 seconds on a technical foul. New Orleans’ Jeremiah Fears was removed with 40 seconds left after receiving two technical fouls; he finished with 16 points, six rebounds, and two assists.
Golden State held on for a 104-96 victory, improving their record and showcasing the depth and adaptability that would be needed in Curry’s absence. The Warriors are now 11-10 for the season.
Golden State’s Jimmy Butler led the way with 24 points, ten assists, and eight rebounds, while Gary Payton II added 19 points and 11 rebounds, giving them each a double-double.
After the game, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said this regarding the team’s early problems from deep: “If you take care of the ball, get shot on goal, it just sets the game up.. it didn’t feel that rhythmic, but it felt clean, we weren’t turning it over, the shots will start going in. We got a really good shooting team.”
Golden State held on for a 104-96 win and will now focus on its next game. The Warriors return home to face the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 2025 NBA Champions, on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 8:00 PM on NBC/Peacock.
LeBron James (left) and Bronny James (right) watch a game this season. LeBron is out with a sciatic nerve on his right side and has missed all 13 Lakers games this season but could be returning soon according to reports as he’s been rehabbing in the G League (AP file photo)
NBA podcast Charlie O:
#1 Sciatica on his right side is keeping LeBron James out of the game for the Los Angeles Lakers he’s missed 13 games so far?
#2 Willie Green former New Orleans Pelicans head coach was fired Nov 15 following a 2-10 start to the season, marking the first coaching change of the 2025-26 campaign?
#3 Stephen Curry scored 49 points and delivered the win for the Golden State Warriors 109-108 win over the San Antonio Spurs Friday?
#4 With LaMelo Ball upgraded to “probable” for his return from an injury, he’ll be back with the Charlotte Hornets and he and the Hornets will face the Toronto Raptors Mon Nov 17?
#5 Ex NBA player Patrick Beverley facing assault after his recent arrest, Beverly found his sister with a man in the middle of the night and was concerned. Beverly was accused of felony assault.
Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder (17) takes a shot over the Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (4) in the first half at Golden One Center in Sacramento on Wed Nov 5, 2025 (AP News photo)
Sacramento Kings podcast Jeremiah Salmonson:
#1 How did Russell Westbrook contribute to the Kings’ win in terms of points, rebounds and assists?
#2 Westbrook was key in Kings in scoring with 23 points to help lead the Kings to victory.
#3 With the Warriors missing stars Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green, which rookie for Golden State stepped into a starting role and what was his point total?
#4 DeMar DeRozan led in scoring for the Kings with 25 points talk about how important his offense was?
#5 No doubt with DeRozan, Westbrook, and Nique Clifford the top three scorers for Sacramento their contribution made all the difference in this win.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
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Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) makes a three point shot against the Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (4) in the first half at Golden One Center in Sacramento (AP News photo)
Kings crack the code late and close out the Warriors 121 to 116
By Mauricio Segura
There is a particular kind of poise that shows up only when a seven point cushion shrinks into a one possession fight. The Sacramento Kings lived on that edge all night and survived the Golden State Warriors’ last push, 121-116, by answering every swing with something cleaner, calmer, and more deliberate in the final minutes.
Golden State opened with verve. Moses Moody streaked in for the first bucket, then the Warriors spread the floor and sprinted to a 32-20 advantage late in the first after Buddy Hield knifed backdoor for a layup. Sacramento prevented a full on avalanche by leaning on veteran traits.
DeMar DeRozan’s soft mid range touch and Russell Westbrook’s straight line drives steadied the group while the Kings trimmed their early turnovers. Malik Monk’s step back three, Raynaud’s trips to the line, and a handful of timely stops kept the game within reach. By halftime, Sacramento had taken the Warriors’ best burst and trailed only 62-57, which felt like a win given the way the quarter had tilted.
The third quarter became the hinge. DeRozan’s free throws to begin the half cut it to 62-59, Clifford’s wing three turned it into a one possession game, and Westbrook’s pair at 9:22 brought the scoreboard to 66 all. Sacramento even nudged in front when Clifford split at the line for 67-66, but Moody fired back with a 27 footer for 69-67.
The tug of war carried on until Monk and the Kings finally carved out daylight. Monk attacked for 79-76 with 4:55 left, then Sacramento layered in defense at the rim, including two important swats from Post that changed the temperature of the period. When the horn sounded, the Kings had authored a 92-85 lead and the building felt different.
Predictably, Golden State charged. Moody buried another deep ball at 9:39 of the fourth, and his and one at 7:34 trimmed it to 100-98. DeRozan answered from 12 feet, Podziemski replied from mid range, and Richard splashed a transition three at 6:45 to give the Warriors a 103-102 edge.
Sacramento held its nerve. Westbrook slashed for a go ahead layup to make it 104-103 Kings, and after a brief exchange that included a technical free throw for Moody to tie it, Dennis Schröder seized control of the closing script.
Schröder rose into a rhythm three from the left slot at 5:34 for 107-104. Westbrook crashed and tipped in a miss at 5:09 for 109-104. Schröder then stepped into another long ball at 4:31, 112-104, and a third at 3:27 for 115-104.
That trio of makes put real stress on the Warriors’ defense and bought Sacramento the cushion that would matter at the end. Golden State still had life, with Richard’s late three at 2:43 cutting it to 115-109 and Podziemski’s deep make at 0:57 trimming it further to 117-114, but the Kings closed like a team that has learned from painful finishes.
With 17 seconds left, Moody’s foul put Schröder on the line, and he calmly dropped both for 119-114. DeRozan added four perfect free throws inside the last seven seconds to place the final stitch.
The Warriors’ young core was excellent. Richard poured in 30, including the last second layup, and kept finding seams for timely threes and cuts. Moody stacked 28 with a full menu of attacks, pull ups, and catch and shoot threes, plus a technical free throw that briefly leveled the fourth.
Jonathan Kuminga showed force at the rim and touch from deep, and Brandin Podziemski’s feel as a connector popped in real time with nine assists and the late 29 foot strike that made it a one shot game.
Sacramento countered with collective maturity. DeRozan’s 25 came with well chosen shots and late game composure. Westbrook shifted tempo on command, piled up rebounds in traffic, and reached double digit assists, including the find that freed Schröder for one of his fourth quarter threes.
Monk’s burst in the third gave the Kings the separation they would need later. Post’s rim protection in the middle quarters tilted possessions in subtle ways, and Clifford’s steals and cuts kept Golden State honest. Most of all, Schröder’s shot diet in the final six minutes, pull up threes taken in rhythm and free throws made without a hint of doubt, translated poise into points.
Strip away the noise and the film says something simple. The Kings bent without breaking in the first, won the opening six minutes out of halftime, and executed with clarity when the clock turned heavy. Against a rival that fired real shots, Sacramento’s veterans measured the moment and made just enough of them.
Costa Rican-born Mauricio Segura has been covering sports in the Bay Area since 2001 for a variety of magazines and newspapers, as well as his own publication, Golden Bay Times.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) looks to pass the ball against the Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (left) and guard Tim Hardaway Jr who defend in the first half at Ball Arena in Denver on Mon Nov 3, 2025 (AP News photo)
By Barbara Mason
The Sacramento Kings (2-5) hung around all night as they faced the Denver Nuggets (4-2). They got to within two points in the first half but were unable to take the lead for the entire game in the 130-124 loss.
Every starter for the Kings finished in double figures with Russell Westbrook finishing with the team high of 25. Denver’s Nikola Jokic had the game high of 34 points with 14 assists. Sacramento put up a good fight but was unable to contain Jokic and they were simply outplayed all night long. The Joker finished with 34 points and 14 rebounds. The Nuggets have now beat the Kings six straight times.
Monday night the Kings lost to the Nuggets finishing off a lengthy road trip and head back to Sacramento and their home court at Golden 1 Arena. After a great win over the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday night, the Kings were happy to get their first road trip in the books.
It has been grueling and has resulted in a string of losses for the Kings. Monday night the Kings faced another tough opponent as they faced Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Jamal Murray and company. Not a three-point shooting team the Kings they tried to force the long shots and they faced the task of containing Jokic it was not an easy assignment.
Game recap: After the first12 minutes of play the Denver Nuggets had a 39-30 lead. The Kings got a bit of a handle on the game in the second quarter. With 4 1/2 minutes left in the first half the Kings trailed by two points 54-52.
This ray of hope was extinguished by the Nuggets pushing their lead back out to 12, 68-56 with just under two minutes left to play. As the clock ran out, each team had scored 33 points in the second quarter and Denver had taken a 72-63 lead into the locker room. Sacramento had played hard and matched the Nuggets for much of the quarter but were unable climb over the top.
Jokic finished the first half with 18 points, three rebounds and six assists. Gordon had 15 points and five rebounds. The Denver bench had a cumulative 18 points. Three starters for Sacramento had double digits.
Russell Westbrook finished with the half high of 16 points and five rebounds. Domantas Sabonis was flirting with a double double hitting 11 points and rebounds. DeMar DeRozan had 15 points and three rebounds.
Zach LaVine had a quiet first half and the team would need more from him in the second half. Sacramento had seven turnovers in the half. From the field the two teams were shooting at 50% but the Nuggets were having more success from beyond the arc.
Sacramento while not a three-point shooting team had 32 points in the paint to the Nuggets 24. The Kings were certainly able to keep pace with the Nuggets for much of the first half but had not been able to take the lead.
The third quarter did not get off to a great start for the Kings. Three plus minutes into the third quarter the Nuggets had extended their lead to 84-69. Minutes later the Kings had cut the Nugget’s 15 point lead to ten 84-74.
The Kings were getting stops but not turning those stops into points. Every time Sacramento made a move, the Nuggets had the answer maintaining a double digit lead throughout the quarter.
The Kings had been unable to contain Jokic who finished the quarter having shot for 25 points with 11 assists. After three quarters every player for Sacramento was in double digits with Russell Westbrook leading the way with 20 points eight rebounds and five assists. The high-scoring Nuggets led after three quarters 104-93.
Several minutes into the fourth quarter the Kings had cut the Nugget lead to six points 108-102. The Sacramento starters came back into the game early in the fourth quarter looking to cut the Denver six-point lead even further.
There was a lot of time left in this game and Denver was forced to put their starters back in early as well. Sacramento was hanging around but could not make a dent in the score as Jokic continued to soar and there was no stopping him. Denver won their fourth game of the season.
The Kings put up a fight but really struggled with trying to contain Jokic. Every starter for the Kings finished with double digits. Westbrook had a double double and the team high with 26 points and 12 rebounds.
Sabonis also had a double double with 13 points and 16 rebounds. They both played hard all night. DeRozan finished with 19 points and Dennis Schroeder with 18. LaVine had 15 points and off the bench Keon Ellis had a nice game with 15 points.
The Kings will now head home to Golden 1 Arena and get ready for another tough matchup with Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors Wednesday night. Tipoff for that game is scheduled for 7:00 PM.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
San Francisco Unicorns Hassan Khan takes a swing in cricket action back on Jul 25, 2024 (photo by ESPN)
Ready for Professional Cricket?
That’s Amaury News and Commentary
By Amaury Pi-González
Are we Saturated with professional Sports teams in the Bay Area?
Yes, No? Prepare for Professional Cricket, which is coming to the Oakland Coliseum. World-class cricket is coming to the Oakland Coliseum. The San Francisco Unicorns were announced as one of the six teams participating in the league’s inaugural season in 2025. Games will be held on June 12, 14, and 15 at the Oakland Coliseum, and tickets will start at $30.
–The Golden State Valkyries: A new WNBA team owned by Golden State Warriors Joe Lacob and Peter Guber. They are an American professional basketball team based in San Francisco’s Chase Center. The Valkyries compete in the Women’s National Basketball Association as a member of the Western Conference. They recently began play in the 2025 season. Fact: The Valkyries already had more attendance in their inaugural game, 18,064, a sellout, than the Oakland A’s, playing in exile in Sacramento, who have yet to sell out one (1) game this season at Sutter Health Park.
–The Town FC is an American professional soccer team in Moraga, California. It is the San Jose Earthquakes reserve team and participates in MLS Next Pro, a minor league.
The Oakland Roots Sports Club is an American professional soccer club based in Oakland, California. It is a member of the Western Conference and competes in the USL Championship.
–The Bay Football Club, an American professional soccer team based in the San Francisco Bay Area that competes in the National Women’s Soccer League. The team began play in the NWSL as an expansion team in the 2024 season.
Not satisfied with enough Soccer yet? …There is more!
Golden City Football Club (GCFC) co-founders have announced plans to bring professional soccer to the Bay Area—the Golden City Football Club. San Francisco’s iconic Kezar Stadium is getting a major facelift thanks to a new $10 million public-private investment partnership. Mayor Daniel Lurie and (Soccer in Spanish=Fútbol in Portuguese=Futebol) Bay Area franchises in other Sports. –The San Francisco Giants, the San José Giants, and the Oakland Ballers are professional baseball teams in the Major and Minor Leagues.
–The Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association were recently eliminated (minus Curry) during the playoffs.
–The NFL San Francisco 49ers, who play in Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, just signed quarterback Brock Purdy to a five-year, $265 million extension. Purdy is looking for his first Super Bowl ring. Legendary Hall of Fame QB Joe Montana led the 49ers to four (4) Super Bowl titles. Joe Montana, as the 49ers Quarterback, earned an estimated $25 million during his professional football career.
–San José Earthquakes of the MLS (Major League Soccer)USA.
–The NHL San José Sharks just signed a lease to stay at SAP Center until 2050, and the mayor of San José promised many arena improvements.
Q: Are there enough fans and money to support all these sports teams in the Bay Area?
A: Think of this: Most of the wealthiest Californians reside in the Bay Area and amassed their fortunes thanks to the tech industry. With 342,400 millionaires and 756 people worth more than $100 million, the region ranked as the second wealthiest region in the world, just behind New York City. Apr 16, 2025 Adiós Atléticos. It’s too bad for the Oakland Athletics, who left this wonderful, rich area loaded with sports action for Sacramento and are still seeking additional funds for their Las Vegas stadium project. They aim to raise to $550 million from investors. The new stadium, valued at $1.75 billion, is financed through private investment, public funding, and bank loans.
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
San Francisco Giants Heliot Ramos slugs a go ahead RBI single against the Sacramento A’s in the bottom of the eighth inning at Oracle Park in San Francisco on Sun May 18, 2025 (AP News photo)
Headline Sports podcast Bruce MacGowan:
#1 San Francisco Giants came back down 2-1 with their 13th comeback of the season to sweep and defeat the Sacramento A’s 3-2 on Sunday. The Giants are now tied for the most comeback wins in MLB.
#2 San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy who signed a $265 million five year contract becomes the eighth highest paid quarterback in the NFL. Question is will Purdy get the protection from his offensive line or will he be running for his life. Also the 49ers have been scheduled for five prime time games despite struggling and losing their last four games in a row in 2024.
#3 Golden State Warriors will regroup after their rough post season losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves and losing their start player Stephen Curry due to a hamstring injury. The Warriors are still trying to decide Jonathan Kuminga’s role for next season and will he be back?
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (red jacket) with arms outstretched is in disagreement with a play out on the floor against the Minnesota Timberwolves during game 4 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals at the Target Center in Minneapolis on Tue May 15, 2025 (AP News photo)
Golden State Warriors podcast David Zizmor Tue May 15, 2025
#1 David, taking a look at Golden State heading to Minnesota for game 5 down two games 3-1 in the Western Conference semifinals talk about some of the preparation they will need to get back into this series on Wednesday night at the Target Center?
#2 The other big question for game 5 is will Stephen Curry be ready to return coming off that hamstring injury and how demanding will it be for him to win game 5 and get the Warriors at least with striking distance at the Timberwolves?
#3 Game 5 is up on Wednesday night in Minnesota. The Timberwolves have homecourt they have Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle who have had a great series although game 4 was close one more win by Minnesota could end Golden State’s season?
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Antony Edwards (5) takes a shot against the Golden State Warriors Trayce Jackson-Davis (32) in game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Mon May 12, 2025
NBA Playoffs/Golden State Warriors podcast Mon May 12, 2025:
#1 Is age starting to creep up over experience. The Golden State Warriors just a few championship years back were younger and could back up the swagger. This post season the younger team the Minnesota Timberwolves have the edge as they got by the Warriors on Monday night in game four 117-110.
#2 The Timberwolves Anthony Edwards had 30 points for his second game in row scoring at least 30 points.
# 3 Julius Randle was also a tough customer to shut down scoring 31 points and leading the Timberwolves in scoring. Randle has been key in this series.
#4 It’s pretty evident without Curry in the line up the Warriors are missing his offense and that’s been the part that has been missing to get over the hump.
#5 Timberwolves take a 3-1 series lead back to Minnesota and with Edwards and Randle being that one two punch they could end this series at the Target Center in Minneapolis and get ready for the third round. The Warriors best chances is if they can get Curry back and he’s got to be lights out coming of that hamstring injury for game 5 on Wednesday night.
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