The Warriors delivered a surprise overtime win in Houston on Thursday night, doing it without their absent superstar, Stephen Curry.
In the hours leading up to the game, Curry reached out to Draymond Green with a text message of encouragement. According to Green, Curry’s message was simple: “Keep going.”
With Curry not available, Green stood as Golden State’s remaining marquee name on the floor, and the Warriors found a way to push the game beyond regulation and finish the job in overtime.
Curry’s message, Warriors’ response
The exchange underscored Curry’s continued presence around the team even while sidelined, and it provided a snapshot of the leadership dynamic between Curry and Green as Golden State navigated the night shorthanded.
Thursday’s result gave the Warriors a road overtime victory in Houston, a notable outcome given Curry’s absence and the challenge of closing games away from home.