The Golden State Warriors look to extend their NBA record start to the season with a win over the Indiana Pacers Tuesday night. The Warriors have started the season with 22 straight wins and the Pacers represent one of their toughest challenges yet. The Pacers are 12-7, but have lost two straight games after rattling off six wins in a row. So who will pick up the win tonight? Here's our preview and prediction.
Game Info:
When: 7 p.m. EST
Where: Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana
National TV: NBATV
Spread: Warriors By 6
What's At Stake:
The Warriors are looking to win their 27th straight game dating back to last season. That will match the 2012-13 Miami Heat for the second longest streak in NBA history. A win will also give the team 13 straight road wins to start the season, the most in NBA history. The Pacers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak. This game won't make or break anyone season, but with the Warriors undefeated still, it carries added weight.
What They're Saying About The Indiana Pacers:
Remembering When Paul George Shut Down Stephen Curry
Paul George Finding Comfort In New Role
Pacers To See How They Measure Up
What They're Saying About The Golden State Warriors:
8 Things That Have Happened Since The Warriors Have Lost
Three Is A Magic Number For The Warriors
Curry Wants To Be Better Than Jordan
Key To The Game:
We're going to be treated to a wonderful matchup, featuring Paul George against Stephen Curry. Both players are putting up great stats this season and are among the best players in the league right now. Curry is dropping 32.4 points per game, 5.8 assists per game and 4.9 rebounds per game. He's shooting a blistering 53.2 percent from the field and 47.2 from beyond the arc. George is averaging 27.6 points per game, 4.2 assists and 8.2 rebounds per game. He's hitting 45 percent from the field and from three. George is a great defender and can limit Curry, something few players in the league can do. George has played more power forward this season, so he might not be guard Curry often. Curry against George is a great matchup and one that will have a big impact on the game.
Prediction: Warriors Win 110-105
There's plenty of scoring in this one, but the Warriors hold on for a narrow win to extend their winning streak. Three-pointers are plentiful, but the Warriors shot just slightly better than the Warriors. Draymond Green has a strong performance in the win, posting a double-double and nearly recording a triple-double.
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