Golden State Warriors: Why winning this series is completely attainable

Down 3-2, the Golden State Warriors will be without Kevin Durant for the remainder of the series, but it’s certainly now within their reach.

The Golden State Warriors chose to play Kevin Durant in Game 5. Now, they fear that he may’ve torn the Achilles on the same leg that he initially was out due to a mild calf strain on. While that may haunt them, the team has a bigger fish to fry.

The Warriors still have an uphill battle, and with the contribution they were able to get from Kevin Durant, they defeated the Raptors in Game 5, winning by just one point. With two more wins still a three-peat, Golden State’s made an NBA Finals victory an attainable goal.

Last night, a full team effort was on display. The Warriors showed grit. They showed desire. Kevon Looney and Kevin Durant gave their bodies for this team find the promise land for the third-straight season.

This team is there. Additionally, they’ll be playing for something more than just another title now. They’ll be playing for their teammate. Kevin Durant ignited this team. Although they were up 12 and then down six with just minutes left, Curry and Thompson’s timely shots made the difference.

Prior to game, fans were unjustly upset about Durant not playing. It wasn’t his choice to be injured, Bob Myers and company knew. Medically cleared, he gave it a go, proving his naysayers wrong. However, the Dubs now fear the worst.

The players that’ve been with him over the last few seasons turned into menaces on the court and then were clearly upset for their friend postgame. That anger will turn into passion. That passion could bring Kevin Durant and the Golden State Warriors their third straight win.

Ultimately, the Warriors made their shots throughout the game and down the stretch. That was the difference. In Game 6, they’ll have to do much of the same, but they must play a better overall game and get much-needed stops on Kawhi Leonard.

This was a must-win for Golden State. They won, and now they’ll be onto another a must-win Game 6. However, for the first time this series, the potential for Golden State’s comeback seems far too real.