Flat Warriors get trounced by Thunder in Game 3

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OKLAHOMA CITY — The Golden State Warriors suffered a 133-105 slaughter on Sunday night, looking flat before getting flattened. The Oklahoma City Thunder blasted the Warriors in transition on their way to a massive victory and a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference finals.

Golden State usually has a formidable defensive setup against Oklahoma’s starting lineup. Stephen Curry chases Russell Westbrook as Andrew Bogut sags off Andre Roberson, a shooting guard whose shooting is rarely honored by Golden State. Klay Thompson guards Serge Ibaka, sagging far off a big man whose shot is to be contested more than feared. Draymond Green drops far off Steven Adams, a big man who doesn’t really attempt jumpers. It’s a look that cedes little space for Oklahoma City drives. And it’s a look that, like many Golden State plans on Sunday night, was quickly scattered to the winds.

The Warriors had to ditch their setup after Curry picked up an early foul due to his biting on a Westbrook pump fake. He was placed on Roberson duty, shifting the shape of the defense. From there, the Thunder were off to the races, leaping out to a 13-point lead 4:33 into the game. After that initial surge from Oklahoma City, Golden State battled back, executing decently for a spell. The final score belies that this one was actually tied with 8:37 remaining in the second quarter.

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