LINE

Text:AAAPrint
Sports

Warriors capture their second NBA title in three years

1
2017-06-13 14:05Xinhua Editor: Gu Liping ECNS App Download
The Golden State Warriors celebrate winning the NBA title Monday at Oracle Arena. (Photo/Agencies)

The Golden State Warriors celebrate winning the NBA title Monday at Oracle Arena. (Photo/Agencies)

The Golden State Warriors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 129-120 on Monday night at Oracle Arena in Game 5 of the Finals to win their second NBA championship in three seasons, wrapping up a 16-1 postseason run after finishing the regular season 67-15.

"It's just a great group of guys, great community, great arena, great fans," Durant said. "I'm just so happy to be a part of it. I can't wait to celebrate with my teammates in the locker room."

Kevin Durant, who was named Finals MVP, had 39 points, seven rebounds and five assists, becoming the first player with 5 straight 30-point games in NBA Finals since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000. He also became the third player to win Finals MVP in first year with team, joining Magic Johnson (1980 Lakers) and Moses Malone (1983 76ers). Stephen Curry added 34 points, 10 assists and six rebounds. Iguodala, the 2015 Finals MVP, came up with his 2017 postseason-best 20 points off the bench.

"If Kevin Durant was the consolation for (last year's) loss, thanks for the loss," Draymond Green said. "Now we're champs again."

James had 41 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists. Kyrie Irving finished with 26 points but shot 9 for 22. JR Smith added 25 points and seven 3-pointers. Kevin Love had a terrible night with only 6 points. The Cavs shot 62.5 percent from the floor in the first before combining for 16 fouls and 12 turnovers as a team the whole game.

  

Related news

MorePhoto

Most popular in 24h

MoreTop news

MoreVideo

News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.