Steph Curry had 13 points, two rebounds, four assists and two steals while shooting 5/16 from the field in his first 23 mintues of playing time. He also made NBA history. Via The Golden State Warriors: "DIMES.

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The team is 14-2 since acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat at the trade deadline and has the NBA's fifth-best offense and second-best defense over that span. Stephen Curry, who had looked ragged and battered as he attempted to drag the Warriors to the postseason,

The Golden State Warriors collectively were the NBA’s least effective free-throw shooters. Then they traded for Jimmy Butler. Now they’re the NBA’s most effective. Since Butler’s team debut Feb. 8, the Warriors pace the pack in free throws (21.

The Golden State Warriors are on a strong NBA run, making them one of the league's most dangerous teams. Jimmy Butler has played a key role in their success but faced criticism for his scoring. In response,