Despite losing their franchise player, the Warriors pulled together and won the game by a final score of 99-88. Once again, Draymond Green stepped up defensively and also took over a key leadership role.

The Warriors managed to steal a decisive 99-88 Game 1 victory on the road against the Timberwolves despite missing their superstar point guard. Strong performances from Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Buddy Hield managed to guide the way.

“He was everywhere, he was guarding everyone,” Kerr said after calling Draymond the “greatest defensive player” he had ever seen. “He just has a way of helping every single teammate by being in the right spot and thwarting different advantages the opponent has.”