First a confessions: I was only able to watch the first half of the Warriors game before leaving to meet friends at the de Young Museum. The Keith Haring exhibit also featured a special Friday night events at the museum. It was amazing.
A good word to describe the play of the 2014 Golden Gate Warriors. Even as they faltered a bit, when shots rimmed out and Charlotte put on a show at home shooting over 50percent, you had a feeling things were going to turn around. It took three and a half quarters, but the winning streak climbs to 8 after a close 106-101 victory in North Carolina. What makes this win so artful is the collaboration of so many. Of course there's the super natural play of Stephen Curry who finished with 26 points. But he wasn't the star in his hometown arena tonight. That title goes to a big man. No, not Andrew Bogut, although the Aussie center was his imposing self. When shooting guard, Klay Thompson went cold and could only came up with 17 points it was Marreese Speights who stepped in once again with awe inspiring play scoring 16 of his game high 27 points to start the pivotal fourth quarter. Mo stole the show. "He saved us again," Coach Steve Kerr said. "It's like the fourth time he's saved us. He's just having a terrific season." On twitter, his teammates had nothing but praise for Mo. Curry tweeted: "Just a shot out to @Mospeights16....Buckets!!" Brandon Rush added, "#MoBuckets strikes again."And Bogut also tweeted his praises. "Great win @Charlotte! That boy @Mospeights16!!!#fire. Great way to end my Birthday! " Mo is not alone. Every Warrior is stepping up and having a terrific season, and a great time. Bogut posted a video on instagram.com showing the entire team singing on the plane, laughing, loving life and obviously enjoying the ride.
The beauty of this team is that every player compliments each other and unlike the 49ers who are struggling to find team unity and synchronicity, the Warriors are a sight to behold. They are passing the ball, scoring at will, and most importantly defending. It all equals success. You can see it jumping off the television screen. Even as they surely feel the effects of the long 5 game road trip, the effort is clear and they are all buying into what first year Coach Kerr is selling. The results are undeniable, off to the best start in team history at 13 and 2. Sure, the critics point out, it's still early, but winning is contagious. Like art at the museum, it's easy to see the talent on display with this Warriors team.
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