Juwan Morgan, a former Celtics player who faced off against Stephen Curry in the 2022 NBA Finals, unveils the psychological warfare unleashed by the Warriors’ superstar.
Recalling a chilling moment after Game 3, Juwan Morgan divulges Curry’s ominous declaration to the Celtics squad, a prophecy that would haunt them as the series unfolded.
“Yeah, he said some wild sh*t… Yeah (it was warranted). It wasn’t some wild sh*t, it was more like, ‘I’m him’. Everybody else was paying attention to the court. But it was me, Malik Fitts, Nik Stauskas, and maybe Payton (Pritchard) heard it? And Matt Ryan. We’re sitting there. And he looked, and he said ‘enjoy your last win’… That was Game 3. And I was like (looks around). Like it’s 2-1. What do you mean?…”
The weight of Curry’s words hung heavy on Morgan, disrupting his peace as he grappled with the looming threat posed by the Warriors’ sharpshooter.
“This kept me up. I’m like ‘Did he? Nah he didn’t say that’… Game 6, we confident, practice is great. You dont really practice. This practice was good. So we were like ‘we smooth’. Nah. Everything we threw at him, they had an answer. 9 times of 10, the answer was just Steph.”
As Game 6 unfolded, the Celtics found themselves ensnared in Curry’s masterclass, as he single-handedly dismantled their defense and propelled the Warriors to victory.
Stephen Curry’s performance in the 2022 NBA Finals stands as a testament to his unparalleled skill and leadership. With remarkable averages of 31.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, Curry cemented his status as one of the greatest players in NBA history, securing his fourth championship and a well-deserved Finals MVP accolade.
For Stephen Curry, the 2022 NBA Finals represented more than just another triumph; it was a showcase of his unmatched talent and an affirmation of his ability to carry his team to glory, even in the face of formidable opposition.
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