Quinten Post's bombshell triggers NBA debate over Stephen Curry's injury fallout
A key voice from the Golden State Warriors is speaking out after their tough playoff exit. But he's not breaking down plays or stats, he's focused on something much bigger. He's talking about the man at the center - Stephen Curry.
His recent injury in
Game
3 had ripple effects no one expected. One teammate's comment has got fans thinking: was Curry really the difference maker that could have flipped the result? The answer might be closer than it seems.
Quinten Post points to Stephen Curry's absence as turning point
On June 27, Warriors forward Quinten Post shared his thoughts on X, reflecting on the Golden State Warriors playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
He said,
'I think within the organization, there's a belief we would've won that series if Steph [Curry] stayed healthy.
I mean, you can't deny his impact... He just has so much gravity.'
Post emphasized Curry's game-changing presence. He noted that Stephen Curry doesn't just score, his movement, gravity, and chemistry with teammates pull defenses apart. Post insisted that without Curry's injury in Game 3, when Stephen Curry bruised his knee, the whole dynamic of the series would've stayed in Golden State Warriors' favor. Fans and media have taken note of his bold claim.
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Who is Quinten Post and why he's speaking up
Quinten Post, 25, joined the Golden State Warriors earlier this season. He's worked alongside Curry during practice, games, and wear-and-tear routines. Since Curry's injury, Post has watched the team struggle - defenses collapsed without the constant threat Curry provides. Post knows firsthand how much defense shifts chasing Steph open up shots for everyone else.
Post's comment picked up weight because Stephen Curry is a two-time MVP, a seven-time All-Star, and widely considered the franchise's heart. Curry missed Games 4 to 6 in that playoff round, and the Golden State Warriors lost 4–2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Curry healthy, the team was up 2–1.
Quinten Post pointed to that turning point as proof that Curry's presence was more than a boost; it was critical!
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