The Golden State Warriors emerged victorious in Game 5 of their series against the Sacramento Kings with a 123-116 win, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. The Warriors were led by Stephen Curry, who scored 31 points, while Draymond Green, in his return to Sacramento, contributed 21 points and seven assists.
The Warriors, known for their strong road game, have now won an NBA-record 28 straight playoff series on the road. Despite a late push by the Kings, the Warriors held on for the win.
Golden State Warriors Aim for Series Win in Game 6
With the series now leaning in their favor, the Golden State Warriors will look to close out the series at home in Game 6. If the Warriors win, it will mark their first series win of the 2022 NBA playoffs.
The Kings, however, will not go down without a fight. In Game 5, De’Aaron Fox played through a broken index finger but still managed to score 24 points for the Kings.
Kevon Looney, a standout player for the Warriors, had a remarkable game with 22 rebounds. Meanwhile, Andrew Wiggins and Klay Thompson each contributed 20+ points.
Golden State Warriors’ Strong Record Against Western Conference Teams
Under the leadership of coach Steve Kerr, the Golden State Warriors have won an impressive 19 straight playoff series against Western Conference teams since the 2014-2015 NBA season. This record is a testament to the Warriors’ dominance in the league and their consistency in the playoffs.
The Kings will be hoping to break the Warriors’ record and force a Game 7 in the series. The Warriors, on the other hand, will be looking to wrap up the series and advance to the next round of the playoffs.
So, the Golden State Warriors have taken a 3-2 lead in the series after defeating the Sacramento Kings in Game 5. The Warriors will look to close out the series at home in Game 6, while the Kings will be aiming to extend the series to a Game 7. The Warriors’ strong playoff record on the road and against Western Conference teams gives them a solid advantage, but anything can happen in the playoffs, and the Kings will be looking to defy the odds and come out on top.
