Steph’s 60 Spoiled by Hawks

02/05/2024 Steph’s 60 Spoiled by Hawks

By: Jeff Yoder

Steph Curry’s 60-Point Game Adds to NBA Scoring Surge, But Warriors Still Stumbling

The NBA’s individual scoring performances continues to blitz the record books. Following four 60-point performances at the end of January, Steph Curry opened February with a 60-ball on Saturday in Atlanta. The Warriors’ marksman shot 22-for-38 and knocked down ten 3s for the 24th time in his career. Curry continues to redefine how basketball is played, and Saturday’s contest was made even more interesting by the long-range guard on the other side of the ball. Hawks’ guard Trae Young had 35 points and shot 7-for-11 from deep, delivering fans a ridiculous 17 triples from just that duo. It was truly a game where two guys could fire from anywhere on the court.

 

Most Games With 10+ 3s (NBA History)

Stephen Curry: 24 Games

Klay Thompson: 9 Games

Damian Lillard: 5 Games

Zach LaVine: 3 Games

James Harden: 3 Games

 

Unfortunately for Curry and the Warriors, the Hawks pulled away in overtime (141-134, OT). Golden State is just 21-25 and currently out of the playoff picture in the West.

 

Watch: Curry Drops 60, But Warriors Fall to Hawks

 

Other NBA Highlights

 

Lakers Snap Knicks’ Streak : LeBron James loves MSG. The Lakers snapped the Knicks’ nine-game win streak Saturday night in New York thanks to 24 from ‘Bron. The Lakers are back above .500 (26-25) while the Knicks’ January run pushed them past the 76ers for No. 4 in the East. (Lakers def. Knicks, 113-105)

 

Beal Shreds His Old Team: Bradley Beal took his turn in the Suns’ rotational game of ‘hot-hand’ Sunday against the Wizards. Beal dropped 43 against his old team. He went 15-for-21 (71%) and 4-for-5 from deep. (Suns def. Wizards, 140-112)

 

Dueling 40s From Giannis & Luka : The Bucks and Mavericks played a wild game on Saturday that featured star players taking turns for runs. Dallas won the first quarter 44-20. Milwaukee won the second quarter 40-21. Giannis Antetokounmpo (48-10-6) and Luka Doncic (40-11-9) each put up a 40-piece in quite a spectacle. (Bucks def. Mavs, 129-117)

 

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