Nets Can't Shoot Their Way Out of This Warriors Mess

Curry's Unsung Scoring Efficiency

People talk about Stephen Curry's volume, his range, the way he warps defenses. And yeah, all that's true. But what gets missed sometimes is just how efficient he is, even on nights when the shot chart isn't all green. Against the Nets, he put up 29 points on just 17 shots. That's a 1.7 points per shot clip, well above the league average for high-volume scorers. He did it with 5-for-11 from three, which isn't insane by his standards, but it's still stellar. No wasted possessions, just pure production.

Klay Thompson, meanwhile, dropped 24 points on 20 attempts. Not quite Curry-level efficiency, but he hit 4 of his 9 threes, keeping the Nets honest. That spacing alone opens up so much for the Warriors' inside game, which often goes overlooked.

Brooklyn's Shot Selection Nightmare

Here's the thing: Brooklyn’s offense looks like a science experiment gone wrong. They shot 42.9% from the field as a team. That's just not going to cut it against anyone, let alone a Warriors squad that thrives on transition. Spencer Dinwiddie had 20 points, but it took him 19 shots to get there. That's barely over 1 point per shot, which is dreadful for a primary ball-handler.

And Cam Thomas? Shot 5-for-17 for 13 points. He's a scorer, no doubt, but that kind of inefficiency kills possessions. Mikal Bridges, their supposed go-to guy, was 5-for-15 for 13 points. When your three best perimeter players are combining for 15-for-51, you're not just losing; you're actively shooting yourself in the foot. There's no flow, just guys taking turns trying to force offense.

The Nets settled for too many contested mid-range jumpers early in the clock. No rhythm, no ball movement to generate better looks. It’s like they forget the game is about getting the best shot, not just *a* shot.

The Ugly Truth for Brooklyn

Look, the Warriors understand modern basketball scoring. They prioritize high-value shots: threes, layups, free throws. They ended up with 30 assists on 43 made field goals, a testament to their ball movement creating those high-percentage looks. The Nets? 20 assists on 36 made baskets. That disparity tells you everything you need to know about the quality of their offensive sets.

Until Brooklyn figures out how to generate efficient shots, not just volume, they’re going to be stuck in this cycle. They need to simplify, move the ball, and attack the rim more often. Their reliance on contested jumpers from their guards is a recipe for disaster, and the Warriors exposed it perfectly.

I predict the Nets coaching staff will be under immense pressure to overhaul their offensive philosophy by the All-Star break, or they'll be making bigger changes.