The Golden State Warriors had something to prove all right: Oh yes, they plan to stay on top in these playoffs despite a disappointing finish to the regular season. Kevin Durant helped the defending champions get defensive in a hurry, finishing with 24 points, eight rebounds and seven assists and the Warriors returned to their old dominant selves at playoff time to beat the cold-shooting San Antonio Spurs 113-92 on Saturday (Sunday in Manila). Rudy Gay led the Spurs with 15 points off the bench as leading scorer LaMarcus Aldridge was limited to 14 points on 5-for-12 shooting. Warriors: The Warriors had 32 assists on 44 field goals, 23 of those assists on 33 made baskets through the third. “When he’s ready, he’s ready but he’s making progress, which is a good sign,” Kerr said.

Source: Philippine Star April 15, 2018 03:45 UTC