But that wasn't the Warriors after four games of the Western Conference finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The shot helped inspire the Golden State Warriors to give Curry the green light to take more crazy shots. But the seven games between the Warriors and Thunder were already the platonic ideal of an NBA playoff series. Photo: European Pressphoto AgencyIn this magical season, as they ripped the hearts out of opponents and stole them from unsuspecting basketball fans, the Golden State Warriors were able to weaponize joy. ENLARGE A joyful Stephen Curry reacts after scoring late in the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game 7 at Oracle Arena.

Source: Wall Street Journal May 31, 2016 06:28 UTC