Looney delivers vintage performance in Warriors’ win over Celtics

Looney delivers vintage performance in Warriors’ win over Celtics originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

BOSTON – When it’s all said and done, the Warriors’ legends will forever be remembered at Chase Center. There will be jerseys lifted to the rafters and statues cemented for all to cherish.

Steph Curry of course will be front and center. Klay Thompson and Draymond Green will be by his side. Kevin Durant will be honored, as will coach Steve Kerr. Andre Iguodala and others have strong arguments too.

The term “star” or even “superstar” has become an oversaturated moniker in all of sports, including the NBA. But the Warriors during the dynasty had stars, and superstars alike. During their most recent title run, a cult hero emerged in Kevon Looney.

Social media wasn’t going to be filled with Looney dunk highlights or him stepping back and catching fire from deep. His heart often tops his stats. But in the 2022 playoffs, Looney’s monster rebounding performances had fans, teammates and coaches asking for an encore.

Back in Boston for a battle between two of the NBA’s best teams this season, Looney’s performance at TD Garden in the Warriors’ 118-112 win Wednesday night against the Celtics reminded many of his play three seasons ago when the selfless center celebrated by getting fitted for yet another championship ring.

“Very reminiscent of every big moment that he’s been part of to help us win at the highest level,” Curry said after the win. “That whole ‘22 playoff run, and the last two years there have been times where he has made huge contributions.

“I’m so happy for him that he’s being rewarded for the work that he put in in the offseason to get his body right. He’s moving well and able to still be physical. And he’s just super smart. He knows where to be at all times and play positional basketball.”

Coming off the bench for the eighth straight game to start the season, Looney asserted himself early with three offensive rebounds in the first quarter. Where the reliability of the veteran now in his 10th NBA season – all being with the Warriors – was most pertinent…

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Publish date : 2024-11-07 06:46:00

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