The over-reliance on Stephen Curry has been a major issue for the Golden State Warriors in recent years, particularly with the 2x MVP in year 17 and nearing 38-years-old.
While Curry is and always will be the central figure in the Warrior system, the bench is starting to give the veteran superstar the opportunity to rest without the concern of the team getting significantly outscored when he's not on the floor.
Warriors are gifting Stephen Curry the chance to rest comfortably
The acquisition of Jimmy Butler last February certainly changed the complexion of the non-Curry minutes, but now Golden State also crucially have D'eAnthony Melton and Al Horford up and running after injury impacted starts to the season.