Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a 119-101 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, marking his annual homecoming game.
Despite tweaking his right ankle, Curry delivered 21 points and 10 assists with his family in attendance.
Contributions from Buddy Hield (22 points), Brandin Podziemski (19 points and 11 rebounds), and Draymond Green (16 points, 12 rebounds, seven assists) were crucial in the win. The Warriors improved to a 33-28 record and are sixth in the Western Conference.
The Hornets struggled with 17 turnovers and shot only 39.5% from the field. Miles Bridges scored 35 points for Charlotte, and LaMelo Ball added 25.
The Warriors, now 16-15 in road games, have won six of their last seven matches.
Story by SALIFU ZAKARI ZEBA
