The Golden State Warriors (0-1) hosted the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Golden State needed to tie the series before heading East for Games 3 and 4. Boston hoped to take a commanding 2-0 series lead before heading home. The Warriors outscored the Celtics 35-14 in the third quarter to seize control of the game and tie the series at 1 game apiece, 107-88.
Stephen Curry led all scorers with 29 points on 9-for-21 shooting. Jordan Poole scored 17 points on 6-for-14 shooting in 23 minutes off the bench.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 28 points on 8-for-19 shooting. Jaylen Brown scored 17 points on 5-for-17 shooting.
Here are 3 observations from the Warriors’ win.