Hield’s 10 Threes Rewrite History as Warriors Crush Blazers
The Golden State Warriors’ gamble on Buddy Hield just paid off in historic fashion. In a jaw-dropping performance against the Portland Trail Blazers, Buddy Hield drained 10 three-pointers—a franchise record—to fuel a 132-107 rout. But this wasn’t just a win; it was a statement. Is Hield the missing piece for Golden State’s playoff push?
Buddy Hield ’s Warriors Debut: Breaking Down the Madness
Hield’s 40-point explosion wasn’t just a career high—it cemented him as the first player in NBA history to hit 10+ threes in his first three games with a new team. The Warriors, trailing by 8 early, watched Hield ignite a 28-2 run that left the Blazers shell-shocked.
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Key stats from the historic night:
- 10/14 from deep: Tying Klay Thompson’s single-game franchise record.
- +32 plus/minus: Highest of any Warrior this season.
- 4 assists, 0 turnovers: Playmaking poise under fire.
“I’m just here to shoot,” Hield joked postgame, but his impact was no laughing matter.
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How Hield’s Shooting Rescued the Warriors’ Season
Golden State’s season hung in the balance after a 5-game skid. But Hield’s arrival has flipped the script:
- 3-0 since trade: Wins over Lakers, Suns, and Blazers.
- 24.7 PPG average: Shooting 54% from three.
- Gary Payton II boost: Career-high 22 points off the bench.
“Buddy’s spacing unlocks everything,” said Steve Kerr, crediting Hield for freeing up Steph Curry (28 points) and Jonathan Kuminga (19 points).
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Blazers’ Nightmare: “We Had No Answer”
Portland’s Chauncey Billups admitted his team was helpless: “We threw every defense at him. He’s a walking heat check.” Anfernee Simons’ 31 points couldn’t offset Hield’s onslaught, dropping the Blazers to 0-12 against the Warriors since 2022.
Why the Hield Trade Is Already a Steal
The Warriors acquired Hield for Moses Moody and a 2026 second-round pick—a move initially criticized as “desperate.” Now? It looks genius.
Hield’s fit is seamless:
- Off-ball mastery: Perfect complement to Curry’s gravity.
- Defensive effort: 3 steals, including a breakaway dunk.
- Veteran swagger: “He’s unshakable,” Draymond Green told NBC Sports.
But skeptics remain. Can Hield sustain this against elite defenses like Boston or Denver?
Gary Payton II’s Career High: The X-Factor
While Hield dominated headlines, Gary Payton II quietly dropped a career-high 22 points. His energy—6 rebounds, 4 steals—anchored Golden State’s second unit. “GPII’s our engine,” said Kerr.
What’s Next for the Warriors?
At 32-28, Golden State sits 9th in the West—but momentum is building. With Hield’s shooting and Payton’s hustle, they’re suddenly a nightmare playoff matchup.
“We’re not done yet,” Hield warned. If this is just the start, the NBA should be terrified.
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