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Curry Scores 46 as Warriors Edge Spurs After Kerr Shakes Up Starters

Steve Kerr's lineup change prioritized spacing to unlock Curry's third‑quarter surge.

Stephen Curry recorded his 73rd match with 40-plus points.
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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 24: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket shooting over Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter of NBA In-Season Tournament game at Chase Center on November 24, 2023 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Golden State won 125-120 in San Antonio, snapping a six-game road skid to move to 7-6 as the Spurs absorbed their first home loss to fall to 8-3.
  • Stephen Curry scored 46 points with 22 in the third quarter, flipping a 16-point deficit and logging his 73rd career 40-point game.
  • Kerr inserted Moses Moody and rookie Will Richard into the starting five to improve spacing; Moody scored 19 and Jimmy Butler added 28 with five threes.
  • Victor Wembanyama tallied 31 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists, and Stephon Castle posted 23-10-10 for the first twin triple-doubles by Spurs teammates.
  • San Antonio's 20 turnovers (eight by Wembanyama) and a 32-of-36 to 14-of-16 free-throw disparity favored the Warriors; Jonathan Kuminga left with knee soreness and the teams meet again Friday.