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Top 5 Golden State Warriors Moments of 2025

Originally posted on Last Word On Sports
By Rakin Harrasy | Last updated Dec 30, 2025 1:31 PM ET

2025 was a year to remember for the Golden State Warriors. Relive the highs, the thrills, and the moments that defined their year. From impressive victories to dramatic comebacks, the Dubs kept fans on the edge of their seats all year long. Here are their top five moments of 2025.

Top 5 Golden State Warriors Moments of 2025

5. 24-Point Comeback Win vs Bulls – Feb 8, 2025

Earlier this year, the Warriors erased a 24-point deficit to beat the Bulls on their home court. But what’s even more impressive is that Golden State was down 24 in the third quarter, trailing 59-83, yet still stormed back to win by 21 points. Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 59 points, with Curry knocking down five threes and scoring 24 points in the third quarter alone, while Butler added 25 in his Warriors debut. It was a comeback for the ages, reminding the NBA world why the Warriors’ resilience makes them one of the most exciting teams in the league.

4. Dramatic OT Win vs Nuggets – Oct 23, 2025

Even though it was early in the season, the Warriors’ overtime win against the Nuggets delivered an instant treat for NBA fans. It was 165 minutes of pure drama. The Dubs battled back from a late deficit as Curry’s game-tying dagger three late in regulation forced overtime and continued to prove why he’s considered one of the greats of the modern era. His 42-point performance powered the Warriors to a 137-131 win, shockingly overcoming Aaron Gordon’s career-high 50-point masterclass.

3. 42-Point Blowout Win vs Spurs – Mar 30, 2025

The Warriors delivered one of their most dominant performances of the 2024-2025 season with a 42-point blowout victory over the Spurs on the road. Despite Curry having a quiet night with just 13 points, Golden State’s offense was firing on all cylinders. But it was all driven by one man. Brandin Podziemski was electric, scoring 27 points while shooting an incredible 7-of-9 from three-point range. The Warriors poured in a total of 148 points to the Spurs’ 106, the highest total they scored in a single game all season.

2. Playoff Drama: Game 7 vs Rockets – May 4, 2025

It was a high-stakes, must-win matchup for the Warriors, and they delivered when it mattered most. After holding a 3-1 series lead in round one of the playoffs, Golden State was pushed to a decisive game seven by the second-seeded Houston Rockets. The pressure for the Warriors to complete the upset against the better-ranked team was immense, but the Dubs rose to the occasion. Curry did what he always does, dropping 22 points, while shooting 50% from the field, but the unlikely hero was Buddy Hield. He knocked down an impressive nine three-pointers and scored a career-high 33 as a Warrior to seal the victory and send them into the second round. Even though their playoff run was short, the Warriors showed true grit and refused to go quietly.

1. A New Era Begins: Jimmy Butler Arrives – Feb 5, 2025

When Butler arrived midway through the 2024-2025 season, his impact was immediate. Golden State’s playmaking sharpened, composure returned in clutch moments, and the Warriors suddenly looked like a team ready to contend for championships. In his first 11 games, the Warriors went 10-1. They closed the regular season with a dominant 23-7 record in the games Butler featured in. His presence completely transformed both the offense and defense, making everyone around him better in 2025. The 36-year-old playmaker looks set to do even more in 2026 as he eyes his first championship.