With one game left on the dock for the month of February, it’s report card time for the Golden State Warriors.
Amid the injury on both sides multiplying the members of the circuit, including Golden State’s overall depth record at center position, it is a positive sign that the Warriors are leaving February with a winning record . Along with James Wiseman and Kevon Looney, both Eric Paschall and Steph Curry missed games during the month. However, the Warriors pushed toward their first three-game streak of the 2020-21 campaign.
Riding a three-game winning streak into the final game of the month, the Warriors boast an 8-5 record in February before traveling to the Staples Center for a tilt with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Before Steve Kerr’s team met LeBron James and the Lakers in Hollywood, Warriors Wire provided ratings for every player on the Golden State schedule.
Steph Curry – A.
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Despite a rare quiet night or two and a game lost due to not feeling well, Steph Curry started the month of February on a full heater. Curry did not win under 27 points in competition through his first eight games in the month of February. Over that race, the two-time most valuable player averaged 36.3 points on a 58.3% smile shot from the field with 5.4 assists and five rebounds per game.
Curry’s favorite came during the month on a 57-point effort in a clash with Luka Doncic. On the way to 57 points, Curry drilled 11 triples best of the season on 19 attempts from outside the arc. Curry’s long-distance show in Dallas was just one of several appealing shows from the sharp guard in the month. Curry noted at least six or more 3 leads in seven games for the Warriors in February.
If his January streak didn’t get his attention, Curry’s 2021 All-Star starting place guard run in February should put Curry strong in the race for the most valuable player.
Draymond Green – B.
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With both Kevon Looney and James Wiseman dealing with injuries, the Warriors followed in the footsteps of Draymond Green. Despite moving to a small ball center position, Green led the Golden State offense top as a ball handler and playmaker for Steve Kerr. The three-time All-Star starred as a Golden State assistant director with a double-figure discount at least in six of the first eight games a month. Green had more than 15 fans, including tying his career high with 16 in two different tournaments for the Warriors.
Despite a smooth passing, Green’s February will be remembered for what happened in Charlotte. Green got a double technique leading to ejection in the final seconds of a close game against the Hornets. Green Rozier’s technical techniques allowed him to tie the game at the free throw line and the ball on the next possession. Rozier went on to beat a game-winning jersey at the seal machine to lose a heartbeat to the Warriors.
After taking charge, Green kicked back with a pair of impressive performances against New York and Indiana. The progressive double figures in both games end with a win for the Warriors.
Green secured a relegation against the Hornets, posting a double with a career high of 19 assists along with 12 rebounds and 11 points in a Golden State win over Charlotte at the Chase Center at the end of the month .
Kelly Oubre Jr. – A.
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After a false start to his career as a member of the Golden State Warriors, Kelly Oubre Jr. quickly turned things around around the month of February Along with giving up his infectious energy, Oubre Jr. a regular high school scoring option with Steph Curry.
In February, Oubre Jr. an average of 20 points fired 48% from the field. After a long-range career thirst to start the season, Oubre found his rhythm from outside the arc, firing 43.6% from depth in a recurring firing stroke Februrary Oubre Jr. which sparked a 40-point high effort early in the month against the Mavericks.
To climb the Western Conference playoff picture, the Warriors Oubre Jr. build on his regular run in March.
Anndra Wiggins – C +
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While he kept things going, scoring in double figures in every contest of the season, Andrew Wiggins didn’t necessarily stand out while the Warriors played. dealing with a bevy of injuries.
With a thin rotation, Wiggins remained at an equal pace from the first month of the season. While his defensive effort remains steady, the former Rookie of the Year scored 20 points or more just three times.
When Curry has a slowdown night, or when the injury report comes up, Wiggins needs to be a player that Steve Kerr can count on to take over. The second month of the season did not show a demonstration of that status from the Kansas Jayhawks result.
James Wiseman – C +
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For the first time in his career, James Wiseman suffered an injury that pulled him from the move for several important games. In the last tournament of January, the overall select version of 2020 No. 2 was sidelined with a fistful that resulted in a loss of 11 games.
With games in the month of Febuary counting down, Wiseman returned in impressive fashion against the New York Knicks. Memphis’ result lifted 14 points in 16 minutes off the bench in his first performance at Madison Square Garden. In his second win back from injury, Wiseman recorded another double-figure scoring effort. However, he did not live long when the 19-year-old went out against the Pacers in 18 minutes.
Before the end of the month, Wiseman will have his first battle with the 2020 LaMelo 2020 Ball co-op.
Kevon Looney – C.
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Like Wiseman, Looney spent most of the month on the injury report. Looney suffered a sprained ankle in early February against the Boston Celtics. The first-round pick lost the first 10 games before returning with Wiseman against the New York Knicks. While Looney will never blow up the box score, the veteran valued Golden State’s offensive range and inside defense. On the floor against the Knicks, Looney recorded a +17 rating in 20 minutes.
With a healthy Looney and Wiseman, the Warriors will have the opportunity to build a more consistent one-two punch in the center rotation.
Eric Paschall – B.
Like Draymond Green and Juan Toscano-Anderson, Eric Paschall has been called up to play a bigger role in the Golden State front court with injuries limiting the circulation. Although Paschall had to miss a pair of games due to injury as well, the second year brought in a steady score off the bench when he was available.
Serving as a small ball center, Paschall showed the potential to be unbeaten for centers in the series. Paschall picked up 11 points or more in six games for the Warriors in February, including two 16-point attempts off the bench. For the Warriors to make a run at the playoffs, they must continue to count on Paschall as the main scoring weapon in the second unit.
Kent Bazemore – A.
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Kent Bazemore continues to prove one of the best Golden State wins since the offseason. Along with taking constant energy off the bench, Bazemore still shines when the Warriors need a desperate spark.
The highlight of the month came at Bazemore against Miami Heat. The veteran swingman earned 26 points at the season level, including heroic backhand layups to push the game into extra time. Bazemore helped secure an unbeaten win for Golden State over the Eastern Conference camps in overtime.
Damion Lee – B.
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After a handful of clutch jumpers to start the season, Damion Lee’s performance in February confirmed that he is one of Golden State’s most reliable hunters behind Steph Curry. Over the month, Lee fired 44.1% from the field and 35.8% from long range. Lee defeated at least two or more in six contests for the Warriors. Lee matched his 17-point-high season off the bench in winning a Golden State blow over the Dallas Mavericks in early February.
Juan Toscano-Anderson – A.
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Without Wiseman and Looney, Juan Toscano-Anderson had a high place in Steve Kerr’s reduced rotation. The Bay Area native was pushed into the starting lineup for 10 games in a row. Whether he was fighting for rebounds, playing defensive tackles or hitting much-needed throws, Toscano-Anderson took advantage of his block in playtime.
As a starter, Toscano-Anderson filled the box score, getting an average of 7.7 points on a 52.5% shot from the field with six rebounds and three assists per game.
After taking part in February, the Warriors need to get creative with Toscano-Anderson playing time going by. While he’s proven to be eligible for a full-time NBA contract, Marquette’s result is currently on a two-way contract.
Brad Wanamaker – D.
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While Damion Lee and Kent Bazemore played well behind Steph Curry, Brad Wanamaker had a problem. Although he played firmly for defense, the veterans guard could not get into rhythm as a signalman. In February, Wanamaker scored an average of 4.4 points on a 35.8% shot from the field with 2.1 assists and 1.9 rebounds per game. The former Celtics guard was particularly struggling with his 3-point stroke, firing 23.5% from outside the arc.
Mychal Mulder – C +
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Mychal Mulder has quickly proven his shooting ability since joining the Golden State Warriors. However, Kentucky ‘s result failed to take advantage when he scored the goal to start two games in February. In both starts, Mulder missed five points. However, the Warriors need a bullet of Mulder status to come off the bench when Steph Cury is off the floor. In February, Mulder fired the ball 41.9% from depth on 3.6 attempts per game.