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Assuming both advance, Golden State will be a huge favorite, but the Cavs will have the rebounding, turnovers, and free throws advantage. More possessions for the Cavs, fewer for the Warriors -- a simple formula that will really hurt them if their shots aren't falling. Both teams are reliant on their 3P accuracy, but Golden State more so. So here's their next dilemma:
Golden State will be facing the top ranked 3P defense in the playoffs. Curry is uncanny at getting his shot off, but if there's a defense that can slow them down this is the one. And if that happens, Golden State's offense would look quite a bit different.
Then, there's this issue:
During crunch time in close games, Blatt can throw both LeBron/Shumpert on Curry/Thompson. That's the heart of their offense being guarded by two players with shut down ability. IIRC, LeBron was guarding Curry for spells the last time they played and pretty much shut him down.
Golden State will be facing the top ranked 3P defense in the playoffs. Curry is uncanny at getting his shot off, but if there's a defense that can slow them down this is the one. And if that happens, Golden State's offense would look quite a bit different.
Then, there's this issue:
During crunch time in close games, Blatt can throw both LeBron/Shumpert on Curry/Thompson. That's the heart of their offense being guarded by two players with shut down ability. IIRC, LeBron was guarding Curry for spells the last time they played and pretty much shut him down.