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Curry Shines in Charlotte Homecoming as Warriors Topple Hornets in Thrilling Contest

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Stephen Curry delivered a stellar performance in his annual return to his hometown, scoring 26 points and leading the Golden State Warriors to a 132-125 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. The game, played before a record-breaking crowd of 19,685 at the Spectrum Center, saw the Warriors improve their record, winning five of their last six games.

While Curry led the way, Brandon Podziemski and Jimmy Butler each contributed 19 points for Golden State. Gui Santos chipped in with 13 points off the bench, as the Warriors showcased their long-range prowess by sinking 24 of 49 attempts from beyond the arc.

Charlotte’s Brandon Miller topped all scorers with 33 points, and LaMelo Ball added 27, hitting an impressive 7 of 10 three-pointers. Rookie Kon Knueppel also added 20 points in his return. However, the Hornets, already missing key players Miles Bridges and Ryan Kalkbrenner due to injuries, couldn’t sustain their momentum.

The Warriors initially built a lead, starting the third quarter with a 10-0 run. But Ball ignited a Hornets comeback, leading a 32-12 surge that gave Charlotte the lead heading into the final quarter. Podziemski then fueled a Warrior’s resurgence with two quick 3-pointers. Draymond Green’s crucial tip-in late in the fourth quarter extended the Warrior’s lead. Butler sealed the victory with free throws in the closing seconds.

The Warriors now head home to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night. The Hornets will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks on the same night.

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