Do the Warriors Really Stand a Chance?

 As I mentioned in a post (What Does the NBA Regular Season Record Mean for the Warriors?) the Warriors seem to have hit the falling point of their magical journey this season. Being down 3-2 in a series with the up-and-coming OKC Thunder, it will be tough to be playing on June 2nd against the Eastern Conference Champions. 

However, let's remember how great this team really is. Achieving the greatest regular season record in NBA history is definitely something to be proud about and they still do stand a chance. Teams who have been down 3-1 at one point in a playoff series have a 9-223 record of winning the round. That does mean the Warriors stand a chance and a little more motivating would be the fact that the Houston Rockets pulled that off in last year's playoffs against the Clippers. 

It does seem like the Thunder have found their mojo now and are my pick to win the series and face the Clevland Cavaliers. The Thunder were one of the most dominant teams in the West, boasting NBA superstars Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant. During the regular season, it seemed like they couldn't coexist, primarily Westbrook with his questionable decision making and tunnel vision. Durant had been the main scorer in Oklahoma City until recently with Westbrook, but it seems now that they are working together in perfect harmony. 

The 1-2 punch of KD and Westbrook is at it's best in the Playoffs this year

Another issue Golden State is facing is the lack of superstar play. Curry was the unanimous MVP and while he is still putting up big numbers, he doesn't look at all like himself. Draymond Green isn't producing much either, but Klay Thompson seems like the only guy who is playing well now.

The Cavaliers steam-rolled past the Eastern Conference

The pivotal game 6 is on Saturday at 6:00 P.M on TNT and is a must watch. Let's remember the last time these teams met in the regular season was when Steph hit one of the greatest game-winners in NBA history and it was one of the best games of the regular season in NBA history as well. But with the Warriors losing all of their away games at Chesapeake Energy Arena, my moneys on the Thunder to seal the deal and head to the NBA finals for the first time since 2012.