Warriors beat Trail Blazers 118-111 on Oct 14; Curry’s clutch drive

When Stephen Curry, point guard of Golden State Warriors sparked a 13‑0 run in the third quarter, the Golden State Warriors turned a 30‑22 first‑quarter hole into a 118‑111 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The game, held at the Chase Center in San Francisco, moved Golden State to 2‑1 on the season (a .667 win‑percentage) while the Blazers slipped to 1‑1 (.500). A late three from Quinton Post sealed the margin, and the box score reflected a balanced attack: Curry finished with 28 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds; Post added 12 points and 4 boards; and veteran Draymond Green contributed 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists.

Game Recap: Oct 14 Showdown

The opening quarter belonged to Portland, which sprinted to a 30‑22 lead on aggressive drives by Shaedon Sharpe and a handful of offensive rebounds. Golden State answered in the second with a 34‑31 edge, highlighted by a mid‑range jumper from Brandin Podziemski and a defensive stop that sparked a fast‑break dunk from Curry.

The third quarter became the turning point. After a 4:27‑remaining stretch where Curry drove to the basket and finished with a layup, the Warriors rolled off a 13‑0 run that included a three from Post and a chaotic double‑team escape by Curry that led to a rim‑rocking alley‑oop from Jonathan Kuminga. The Blazers could only muster 26 points in the period, trimming the deficit to two before the final quarter.

In the fourth, Golden State held steady, out‑scoring Portland 27‑24 and fending off a late surge. The final buzzer sounded with a 118‑111 scoreboard, and the home crowd erupted as the Warriors celebrated their first win of the season.

Key Performances and Turning Points

• Stephen Curry – 28 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds; his late‑third‑quarter drive sparked the comeback.
• Quinton Post – 12 points, including the go‑ahead three with 2:13 left.
• Draymond Green – near‑triple‑double; his defensive rotations forced 8 second‑chance points.
• Shaedon Sharpe – 17 points for Portland, showing his knack for attacking the rim.
• Trace Jackson‑Davis – contributed 9 rebounds and a key block on Curry’s drive.

Coach Steve Kerr praised the team’s resilience in a post‑game press conference: “We knew we had to answer early, and these guys showed the kind of grit we expect. Steph’s leadership in the third was huge.”

A Ten‑Day Turnaround: Oct 24 Rematch

Exactly ten days later, the tables turned dramatically. The NBA regular season gameChase Center saw Portland dominate 139‑119, a 20‑point swing that left analysts scratching their heads. Head coach Chauncey Billups made noticeable adjustments, emphasizing faster ball movement and more pick‑and‑roll action.

Jerami Grant erupted for 27 points in just 22 minutes, shooting 60% from the field. Deni Avdija added 26 points and six assists, while Sharpe—still the Blazers’ most energetic wing—topped his output with 25 points on perfect free‑throw shooting. The Warriors, meanwhile, struggled to find rhythm; Curry managed 22 points, and the three‑point unit went 29‑for‑72.

“We stayed aggressive, forced them out of their comfort zone,” Billups said after the win. “Our guys trusted each other, and the extra screens opened up lanes for Jerami and Deni.”

Coaching Adjustments and Tactical Shifts

Between games, Kerr reportedly tweaked the Warriors’ defensive scheme, trying to contain Grant’s post moves with a high‑press system that back‑fired on the night. Conversely, Billups inserted a high‑post facilitator—Avdija—who pulled the defense out and created space for Sharpe’s cuts. The statistical contrast is stark: Portland shot 48% overall on Oct 24 versus 38% for Golden State.

Both coaches highlighted the importance of rebounding. The Blazers out‑rebounded the Warriors 48‑38, a nine‑board advantage that translated directly into second‑chance points (12 for Portland, 5 for Golden State).

What This Means for the Early Season

The split results underscore how quickly fortunes can change in the NBA’s opening weeks. Golden State’s 2‑1 start keeps them atop the Pacific Division, but the loss on Oct 24 has them sitting 3‑2, a precarious position if the early trend continues. Portland, now 2‑2, sits in the middle of the Western Conference but has shown it can compete with a championship‑contending roster.

Analysts project that if the Warriors can rebalance their three‑point dependence and tighten up interior defense, they’ll remain a playoff favorite. For the Blazers, continued success hinges on maintaining the offensive flow that produced 139 points and on keeping Billups’ rotations fresh.

Key Facts

• Date of first game: October 14, 2025
• Final score: Warriors 118, Trail Blazers 111
• Top scorer (Oct 14): Stephen Curry – 28 points
• Date of rematch: October 24, 2025
• Final score (rematch): Trail Blazers 139, Warriors 119
• Top scorer (Oct 24): Jerami Grant – 27 points