The NBA playoffs have a lot of exciting matchups to offer every year, but nothing beats the buzz it creates when two basketball legends face off in a series. In 2023, we are about to witness another epic showdown between two familiar foes, LeBron James and Steph Curry.
These two players have been the face of basketball for a new generation of fans, and now they will battle it out in the NBA Western Conference Semi-Finals. So, get ready because this is not a series you’ll want to miss. Lets recap a little bit of their history against each other.
2015 NBA Finals: Warriors Claim Victory 4-2 Against Cavaliers with Curry’s Help
In 2015, the Cleveland Cavaliers depended heavily on LeBron James, as Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love were unable to play in the Finals. James put up an incredible effort, but it was not enough against the Golden State Warriors with their star player, Stephen Curry, and Finals MVP Andre Iguodala. The Warriors went on to win the series in six games, securing their first championship title in 40 years.
Cavaliers Beat Warriors in 2016 NBA Finals in Epic Comeback Led by LeBron James
In a thrilling seven-game series, the Cleveland Cavaliers came back from a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Golden State Warriors. Despite the Warriors’ impressive 73-9 regular season record and back-to-back MVP Stephen Curry, LeBron James led the Cavaliers to victory and secured his third championship. It was a historic win and a memorable moment in NBA history.
Warriors Win 2017 NBA Finals 4-1 Over Cavaliers
The Warriors secured Kevin Durant during the offseason and dominated the playoff run with a 16-1 record, earning their second championship in three years. This year’s Finals MVP was Durant, while James made history as the first player to have an average triple-double in the Finals.
Warriors Sweep Cavaliers to Win Third Title in Four Years
In the 2018 NBA Finals, Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors dominated the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning all four games of the series. LeBron James had a remarkable 51-point performance in Game 1, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Warriors from securing their third championship in just four years. Kevin Durant was named the Finals MVP for the second year in a row.
Lakers defeated Warriors with LeBron in 2021 NBA Play-In Game
In the 2021 NBA Play-In Game, the defending champions Lakers led by LeBron James, won the match 103-100 against the Warriors. Despite their defeat, the Warriors had another chance to make it to the playoffs in the second play-in game two days later against Memphis. Unfortunately, they were eliminated from the playoffs.
LeBron James and Steph Curry are two of the best NBA players that the league has seen in a while. They have fought several battles in the past, but no matchup is getting more hype than the Lakers-Warriors series.
This is the first time in playoff history that both players will be going head-to-head in a second-round series. Both teams have struggled during the regular season, but they are now showing their true form in the postseason. James and Curry are leading the charge for their teams, and we can expect outstanding performances from both.
The stakes are higher in the playoffs, and this time, there will be no room for error. The series promises to be an exciting, edge-of-your-seat affair with both players looking to outdo each other. It’s going to be a game of tactics, quick thinking, and intense competition.
For Curry, this is a chance to defeat LeBron James and cement his legacy as one of the game’s best players. For LeBron, this is an opportunity to prove himself yet again and lead his team to the NBA Finals. It’s always a treat to watch them play, but this time we can see their historical significance while they are still at their peak.
The Lakers-Warriors series is a must-watch for basketball fans who enjoy the thrill of seeing legends compete. This time it’s LeBron James and Steph Curry fighting it out, and we can’t wait to see who comes out on top. It doesn’t matter who wins or loses; what matters is that we get to witness two of the best basketball players of all time go head-to-head again. Get ready for an epic showdown that can be remembered for years to come. Game 1 of Lakers vs. Warriors set for Tuesday in San Francisco at 7 p.m., airing on TNT. Don’t miss it!
