The Golden State Warriors secured a 119-101 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night, further solidifying their position in the Western Conference. Stephen Curry led the charge with 21 points and 10 assists. The guard keeps proving that age is just a number. Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield added 13 and 22 points, respectively.

Well, that is, unless you ask a reporter who implied that the Warriors are apparently still capable of such a lofty goal after Golden State's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. After a game where some of the Warriors' bench players excelled in the absence of Jimmy Butler and Jonathan Kuminga,

The Golden State Warriors have resurged since the arrival of Jimmy Butler. Their strong performances have led NBA experts to consider them clear title contenders. After the game, Steve Kerr addressed the media and made the franchise’s short-term goal clear with a decisive statement.

Stephen Curry may be a four-time world champion, a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, an Olympic gold medalist and an inner-circle basketball legend—but he's just like any other Charlotte sports fan.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Golden State Warriors vs. Charlotte Hornets NBA game from March 3, 2025 on ESPN.