Stephen Curry shared a hilarious reaction during the fourth quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 130-120 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Gary Payton II, at 11:22 minutes, went up for a dunk but came up just short on his first attempt. However, he managed to regain possession mid-air and put the ball back in while falling to the ground.
Curry, who was on the bench, let out a visible sigh of relief as soon as the ball dropped through the net. This showed how on edge he was during the shot and sparked a light-hearted moment. The moment quickly went viral, with fans debating whether the shot was legal. Rapper Jack Harlow, who was sitting beside Curry, couldn’t contain his laughter at the chaotic sequence.
The video went viral, and fans reacted on social media. One fan wrote, “The balance to land and shoot off that one leg was actually pretty impressive. Took a bump in the air and everything.”
Another fan wrote, “Gary Payton II legacy game.”
While some fans debated whether the shot was legal or not, one person wrote, “Wait, that’s legal?” While another commented, “Is that not an up-and-down?”
The point will be counted since the ball seemingly touched the rim, and since Gary Payton II caught the ball, it will also count as an offensive rebound.
Warriors Secure Ten Wins in Eleven Games
The Warriors secured their 10th win in 11 games with a 130-120 victory against Portland. Gary Payton II and Buddy Hield helped lead the Warriors to the win.
Payton II scored a personal best, while Hield, who had been in a slump, found his rhythm. Together, they combined for 46 total points. Their impact was undeniable, with the Warriors outscoring Portland by 14 points when Payton was on the floor and by 16 when Hield checked in.
Despite a strong start by the Blazers, who built an early 7-0 lead, the Warriors quickly responded. Rookie center Quinten Post made an immediate impact, hitting two early shots and making key defensive plays. Golden State led 35-27 after the first quarter, extending their lead to double digits at the start of the second.
Portland put up a fight throughout the game, but they never seemed to regain control. The Warriors’ depth proved to be the difference in the game, securing another crucial win as they continued their late-season push.
