NBA 2018-19: 3 Talking points from the Warriors' win against the Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic v Golden State Warriors
Orlando Magic v Golden State Warriors

#1 Kevin Durant's epic performance

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Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant

Stat line: 49 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks on 48.5 % shooting

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Is there anyone in the league who can stop this guy? It appears like there is none. After dropping 44 points against the Kings and helping the Warriors get the win, Kevin Durant was once again the center of attraction as he had season-high 49 points to defeat the Magic.

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In the first quarter, with the Warriors down by four, Durant went coast-to-coast for a huge dunk to cut the deficit to 2 points. That was not his only dunk on the night and in the second quarter, with 7:13 remaining, he had a beautiful two-handed slam, thanks to a terrific pass from Jordan Bell.

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The Warriors were down by as many as 17 points at the half-time. However, in the third quarter, Durant exploded for 16 points and the Warriors were able to cut the deficit to only 4 points after the end of three quarters.

In the fourth quarter, it was all Durant's show as he scored 13 points, including a clutch 3-pointer in the defender's face, with 21 seconds remaining.

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Edited by Abhinav Munshi
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