Explain: Steph Curry's absurd game winning 3 and the rest of the wild ending vs Suns

Explain: Steph Curry's absurd game winning 3 and the rest of the wild ending vs Suns
by @EricApricot
Analysis of the 2024.02.11.PHX-GSW Phoenix Suns at Golden State Warriors game.
In-depth breakdown of the wild ending with great plays and traded leads on both sides, ending in an instant classic Steph Curry game winning shot.
Co-starring Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski. With Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, Jusef Nurkic, and Ted Cruz Jr.
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[@wxyz8947]

Podz is too good as a rookie.

[@iamtheteapot7405]

He is great, I feel like he absorbed all of Dante's powers lol

[@janongski]

​@@iamtheteapot7405I think so too 😂

[@DNOTE831]

Brandin "draymond Green" Podziemski

[@gigidsaint]

​@@DNOTE831calls himself the "mini Draymond" 😊

[@Mdautkreix]

@@iamtheteapot7405damn pods made me forget about Dante. Never would’ve predicted it. 😂😅

[@mat_j]

Podziemski movement is so brillaint that some of his steals look like opposing team just pass the ball to him. This guy is something else

[@daddymike40]

Boy can read plays before it happens..it just like ultra instinct. Lol

[@makelvin]

I know Curry’s last shot was amazing, but we definitely should not overlook Pdziemski’s amazing pass to Steph on that play either. Passing that too directly to Steph and Beal could’ve stole the ball or at least deflect it. Throw the ball too far back and Steph might not be able to catch and end up out of bounds. He has do it just right so Steph can catch the ball without Beal’s interference. This was such a tiny sliver of window to get that just right and he did it. Are you guys sure he is a rookie? 🤔

[@mat_j]

absolutely, I couldn't belive what nonsense were those commentators saying.

[@Dwizart]

@@mat_j Me neither, it was a brilliant pass

[@onepunchbro2858]

Pass was 🍀

[@user-wh4lx9by2o]

“Steph, here, trying to use the power of the force to send peaceful vibes to both sides.” “Steph goes around Nurkic like he’s a traffic cone.” “JK, trying to explain to the ref, through the power of mime…” “…a fake fake handoff.” “He’s going to walk off slowly, real cool, like there’re explosions happening behind him as he walks off into the sunset.” 😅😂🤣

[@johnnyafro6659]

great ha ha

[@Almineus]

These little comments are so LOL for me.😅 On top of the great play by play descriptions.

[@matty7106]

Great analysis Eric, thanks! If you’re ever wondering “am I using the ‘nobody ever got fired for following Steph Curry’ line too much?” The answer is NO. That line is your Freebird. Great win Dub Nation!

[@xvs8675]

Fr its fantastic

[@sgrey9181]

Oh my god, calling Grayson Allen “Ted Cruz jr.” is NASTY wow

[@sendoh7x]

I almost thought that's his name for a sec. Seems too natural

[@talltrini10]

holy shit I didn't realize that's who he meant lololol

[@rickmlara2453]

Cruz has been surprisingly good for the Suns, but he was horrible last night.

[@GalileoYT]

who's that?

[@__redacted__]

I always thought that too. Both also play dirty.

[@user-ru3rq4jv3f]

If only Klay and Wiggs could be consistant like JK, what a team there would be.

[@moneyflow5766]

They both reverted back to trash last night.

[@TirsTireeFired-zi8ss]

They are old, have some respect

[@moneyflow5766]

​@@TirsTireeFired-zi8ss 😂😂😂 Wiggins is 28....just stop the bs

[@user-ro9et1su8g]

It's a weird balance right now if Klay was himself JK's options may not be available Klays slump presented opportunities for Kuminga never question a BLESSING

[@dapi90]

They just got to be crazy aggressive like Kuminga. They got to really want it, and trust me, that hustle will always throw the opposing team into disarray. Always. Look how GPII is always aggressive, and most always lose their shit when guarded by him. They mostly make mistakes. Especially Wiggs. I just need wiggs to be crazy aggressive

[@oldmennewgames]

Always good when dub nation uploads.

[@stevendawson2331]

No disagreement. Great part of my day.

[@napiernygma8075]

if someone told me Brandin Podziemski is a warriors veteran from steph era entering his 11th year into the league i would totally believe him a 20 years old should not be this good at decision making and ball iq

[@daniellee7642]

he was projected to be a knockdown shooter... Brandin at age 27 without an insane shooting slump? spooky times

[@michaelgaytano]

he probes to be a "tiny draymond" and reason why cp3 was not traded is to impart wisdom to BP and other rookies - can't get someone like that from available players in the trade market.

[@tebogomakgabo2136]

That dray to JK lob has been super important for us in late game situations when they double Steph.

[@herbmoreira-brown5700]

Finally we are getting a small peak at how smart it was to not make a player trade and to just wait until your veteran players heal up and return to duty. By not trading Gary Payton II, ANDREW WIGGINS nor Moses Moody we see how the best trade is sometimes the trade you do not make. Now if we can get a win against the Utah Jazz on Monday, February 12, 2024 and increase and solidified our 1/2 game lead on the Jazz. Life is Good!

[@ntheweird]

"Ted Cruz Jr" lol

[@serghiniiliass2525]

Eric = 🐐

[@denniszenanywhere]

Thanks for the upload. But please next time, also include non-calls like the way Durant held Kuminga's hand which he also dragged down that made Kuminga miss the dunk.

[@jferrante831]

Needed an ultra long celebration audit on this one! The bench was amazing on this shot. JK just laid down on the ground haha

[@williamblake7386]

It's much easier to win if Dray makes these layups.

[@allstar4065]

3:35 he’s doing his job

[@AIsecretpodcast]

this reviews are even better than the real game

[@lighthousemaccabee8133]

I gotta say it these refs were terrible and one sided at the end...I have seen at least four fouls at the the last 3 or 4 minutes that phx has committed but they called that tick tack foul at the end of the game to give phx another chance to win.....This league has to stop the one sided calls

[@treysniper]

yeah and with .7 seconds that does not get called against ANY OTHER team in the league, the league just hates 30

[@ThorGodofThunder420]

Booker committed 7 fouls from my count. He was called for 3.

[@darylfindley7551]

The worst was Steph getting wacked in his shooting arm just after his 3 pt shot (which he made) and no call, while Booker was getting ft's by intentionally and repeatedly throwing himself into defenders who were retreating with arms up and still only making marginal incidental contact. The double standard against one of the biggest revenue making stars in the league is just bizarre.

[@tommypv2]

You’re why I like and understand bball more than ever! 💯

[@hoanhpham3895]

HA! I'm just here to confirm i heard "ted cruz jr" right 😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-mp3pf2ir2p]

It's crazy how Nurkic got literally allowed by the refs to do everything Green and everyone honestly gets a tech for the whole game. Also Booker falling on everyone after a tough shot. This was a televised one-sided steetball pickup game and the Warriors still catched a dub 💀

[@ImAviex]

It's crazy how the Warriors literally made their franchise off of illegal screens but when other teams do it to them, Warrior fans are like, "You dare use my own spells against me, Potter?" I'm all for Phoenix slander but GS fans complaining about refs or illegal screens rings a little hollow 🥴

[@user-mp3pf2ir2p]

@@ImAviex everyone does moving screens dude. That talking point is tired and stupid. This year is clear the refs are set to not let Warriors play easily. And you eating that up because of a stupid talking point.

[@imran-yl7td]

The only thing better than a Steph's game winner shot is a DubHQ video after Steph's game winning shot

[@rylbhadcomntz7660]

That was an insane game! Steph saved the day but damn Booker was clutch too!

[@charleswright9696]

Ted Cruz jr was killing me!! Hhahahaha 🤣🤣🤣 Appropriate, but kills me!!

[@RCMartin08]

Nice breakdown

[@gloriaquinonezsimisterra1334]

I LOVE the way you do your videos and the narrative is so entertaining. Thank you, thank you, thank you ♥

[@MeteoriteClash]

So much fun listing to your takes of the plays - also I am learning quite a lot that was previously hidden in plain sight. Awesome

[@rmack9226]

Draymond 3x better than current Lebron.

[@mikejarman9036]

facts

[@pablobreezy1451]

The soundtrack is therapeutic

[@LouieSankey]

Dre had a great game.

[@Goosenaut]

Anyone else hear the sneaky Jaws theme when Podz is lurking to take that charge at 5:26 ?

[@ivelinivanov3414]

Bro, that was epic explanation! I really needed that breakdown of the last play!

[@JusRue2950]

Love this channel

[@philiproyo525]

underrated channel

[@GregoryBaker]

They gave KD the block on JK, but it was all hand.

[@moneyflow5766]

No, it wasn't. Stop being such a homer. It was a clean block

[@GregoryBaker]

@@moneyflow5766 If you didn’t see the double replay during the jump ball when it happened on live TV last night, it’s available on all NBA channel highlights of this game. Let me know if you need the video title and minute mark. All left hand.

[@treysniper]

@@moneyflow5766there’s literally zoomed in pictures with his hand all over JK’s hand stop lying to yourself 😂

[@moneyflow5766]

@treysniper hand is part of the ball,learn the game kid.

[@hansolodolo1672]

He hit him all hand the nba is not the end all be all when it comes to bball rules that change shit all the time to generate more cash nba is not real bball that was a foul period. ​@@moneyflow5766

[@hangloosetjt]

Love love love that the dubs have been earning their offense with solid defense and attacking the paint more. It gets Curry better looks, it reduces big runs from opponents, it gets us to the line (not as much last night, but still). Awesome

[@bobbresnahan8397]

The best of some great coverage of this inspiring game.

[@reezymfk8]

Ted Cruz Jr , I'm fucking weak lmao.

[@sushibar777]

The announcer said the pass wasn't great. It actually was. In fact, it was perfect. If it had been a little more inside the defender could have deflected it, winning the game for the Suns. Like a QB who throws the ball where only the receiver has a chance to get it, not the defender, Podziemski did the same. You'd think the color announcer would see that. Podziemski should get a well-earned assist for that pass.

[@pbreese8257]

Been waiting for this one

[@missann1985]

Very entertaining game. Side note: Booker is the real deal.

[@jackoneill8654]

very nearly unstoppable, truly competitive, I like his game so much more than DWade's

[@08C6PaceCar]

I love this channel and the dubs 🎉❤

[@anthonylamont6518]

His face and his temperament necessitated the name change. Good call sir.

[@rbe3913]

Nice one bro 👍🏻

[@jackdavid23]

Kabooom🎉🎉🎉 were up the whole night? Nice to see lots of play in your video...

[@johnnyafro6659]

Great analysis

[@5555emerson]

Thank you.

[@damagejacked]

So you’ve been this funny for how long? This was awesome.

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

I should NOT drink a soda when watching these. "Full support of the Federation of Strawberry Donuts" got me! :D

[@LumenMichaelOne]

That was Greyson Allen? ... I didn't ... until You ... 😄 ... I actually thought Cruz Jr was a G-Leuguer who was filling for someone injured.

[@hchiu9]

Draymond was really clutch in that last full possession for the Suns

[@estimatedeyes]

Ted Cruz Jr was cold af....and I loved it!! 🤣😂

[@MrBigpoh]

Omg he does look like Ted cruz!

[@Peter-ud9bx]

😂😂 So funny. And really interesting, as always.

[@ronjie]

3rd Wait, I missed something. Why are you referring to GAJ as Cruz/Cruise Jr? Also, that was an underrated pass from Podz but another option would’ve been to lob it over to Steph’s side opposite to where Beal was.

[@hikanwoi]

Ted Cruz looks like Grayson Allen

[@dontkillme5332]

thats the best pass for steph, his hands are ready to shot and one turn his feet are set.

[@HiAxl]

@@dontkillme5332turn around shots are so difficult from that distance though.

[@dontkillme5332]

@@HiAxl its curry, that wide and open is warm up for him.

[@sendoh7x]

@@dontkillme5332 it was 25% at best after considering all the odds against him. Honestly GSW was lucky it got in. No disrespect to the chef though

[@Makkari036]

your commentary is so good Man!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@ethanrichey]

Ted Cruz Jr. is crazy 😭🤣

[@andrewrothman1532]

reminds me of the andre game winning turnaround against OKC in 2013

[@kylelogan5013]

11:55 "Booker sees the nightmare unfolding" 😂

[@meirworch2867]

Curry was the best player on the court.

[@randybdis]

Bro set His Feet and Let it RIP!

[@josephtucker7650]

Ted Cruz Jr. ... that's hilarious!

[@drstreetrunner3438]

That shot was insane. It was so great as the losing team, you just shake your head and keep it moving.

[@vengesinner8100]

JK is the future of the Warriors

[@garrymugen486]

I think the Warriors now have adapted to calls not going their way, and not having their spirit break because of it, instead they just come back stronger, "they" have created an even more leveled up Monster with this renewed GSW team and don't even realize it lol. Finals here we come!!

[@darylfindley7551]

I think this has been true during the entire dynasty. I have no idea why the dubs (and Steph in particular) have had so many obvious missed calls over the years, but I think it forced the dubs to play as close to perfect defense as possible, which forced them to become defensive juggernauts year after year. Whether they can keep it up remains an open question as the core ages and slowing athleticism makes perfect defense harder to play (especially when your opponent doesn't have to do the same), but it looks like the youngsters are picking up the baton as the vets are slowing down. If that is true and becomes consistent, the dubs might have another run or two in them before Steph retires.

[@jeffythecreator467]

Podz had a perfect pass

[@anthonylamont6518]

Facts. He put it the ball exactly where the defense couldn’t get to it. Otherwise it would have been stolen.

[@eugeneflynn7435]

It really was, but Podz wasn't sure in the moment. He discusses the pass, and in the throwing motion had to adjust because Beal was coming hard. He mimicked his own release of the pass, and if you go back to watch the replay you can see his jerky reaction as the ball leaves his hands. To me it looks like at the last moment he realized he had to pass it farther behind curry, but to adjust he had to take something off the ball. the pass didn't seem as crisp as you might expect. But in the event, it was a perfect pass -- for Curry to take an amazing turnaround and sink it. Podz reminds me a bit of GP2 in several ways, including defense. I wanna see them together on the court clamping down an opposing backcourt.

[@anthonylamont6518]

@@eugeneflynn7435 Yes! They were creating pure havoc out there. Their similar mindset and play style results in great on court chemistry

[@shicrapt]

@9:07 If that was anyone else, Draymond would've told him to run to the corner. But because it was Steph, Draymond decided he'll just have to cover two players himself.

[@Medyo]

Ted Cruz Jr LOL~! BP and GP brings energy to this team, unbelievable impact those have!

[@waynejrice]

I hope someone from the league is watching this, or is studying this stuff as carefully as Eric has, so that it can see the missed offensive fouls by Booker. At the end of the game, Booker is not attempting to catch the pass. He is simply backing in to Wiggins and collapsing as if he'd been shot. So many of the fouls called for Booker involve Booker extending his arm to make contact. I understand it is difficult, but the knee jerk foul call against the defender after the the shooter stiff arms the defender needs to be taken out of the game or called an offensive foul.

[@jbxz7s3]

I do not feel bad for cruz junior, who was casually destroyed here today

[@jeffmyers9696]

My man said TED CRUZ, JR OHMYGOD

[@BE_LIKE_H2O-ff2ts]

I passionately hate Grayson Allen, but not even he deserves to be named after the monster that is Lyin' Ted Cruz 😂 Great analysis as always.

[@eugeneflynn7435]

I share your passion, but I think the shoe kinda fits.

[@teto85]

Steph happens.

[@Martian128]

"Ted Cruz Jr."! Hilarious!

[@Pacmanian]

Federation of Strawberry Doughnuts 😂

[@legattostacatto4805]

If Podz develops his 3 point shooter gsw would be a tought matchup on the switchesn

[@axelgrind]

One more quality vid!

[@heginio07]

"Steph trying to use the power of the force to send peaceful vibes" 😂

[@jhdivina]

i was annoyed af with kerr leaving saric in for too long, which led to booker cooking in the 4th 🤦‍♂️

[@user-ge8wp1rs3v]

Nurk is such a dirty player who acts like a victim which is hilarious

[@moewarriorsfan]

🏀❤🏀✌

[@doxo9597]

ted cruz jr. 😂

[@jessISaRicePrincess]

The chances that is GS going to the playoffs let alone winning the playoffs is slim but as long as there's Curry there there's a chance

[@joshperrault3291]

Why u call Grayson Allen Cruz jr

[@julianbashir8277]

Should have been a lob to Kuminga. They have the correct that

[@the_ling_council]

TED CRUZ JR BAHAHAHAH

[@sadiqabdi2716]

Nurkic isn’t an Angel , after all. Dray just a tough defender.

[@enzorocha2977]

0:31 It wasn't only Steph using the power of the Force to send vibes of chill and peace, check out our lovely courtside fan extending her arm and using her House of Hufflepuff powers to try and restore Draymond Green to his proper self. She may not have a wand in hand, but sir does she have the face mmm

[@weylandcheng2330]

If the warriors shot higher percent in free throws they win easy

[@popselias]

Full support 😂

[@kingmansa5698]

calling grayson allen ted crews jr. is crazy

[@MaydayAggro]

"The best help defender" - I thought that was traffic cone LBJ.

[@MS-jm2wg]

To Draymond, please don't let your opponents mess with your head. Just ignore them ignore them and play the game that you are the best at Like this guy from the Phoenix Suns . Just wants you to get ejected so you Can lose

[@lordsesshomaru1078]

Where the efff have you been blood???

[@coco_coco]

Le quedaban 1.2 segundos en el reloj a los SUNS 09:42 ... no 0.6 🤔 Y a los 09:40 había un jugador de los GWS libreee .. Pero esto es NBA de hoy día (una canasta de 2 ptos. tendría mejor probabilidad no?)... final emocionante ... 🥳

[@lavanyasalagrama7339]

Ted Cruz Jr 😂😂😂

[@1000_Jeezai]

Crab-Core > Yelling Squat

[@jacquelynmatthews7508]

Can’t tell #8 isn’t a crooked ref. He’s looking rigs at Nurik hook Wiggins and does nothing

[@KurouHaptism]

11:47 maybe Steph was about to go dumb, and regretted last second😆

[@jessISaRicePrincess]

Suns have to be very lucky to win without depth and their star trio being injury prone