Golden State Warriors’ Kevon Looney Dominates Game 7 with Record-Setting Rebounds
Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney demonstrated his exceptional skills during Game 7 against the Sacramento Kings, setting a record with 21 rebounds and playing a vital role in the Warriors’ advancement to the West semis (San Francisco Chronicle). This incredible performance emphasizes Looney’s importance as one of the best centers in the NBA (NBC Sports).
The Warriors achieved a dominant 120-100 victory over the Kings during Game 7, with Looney successfully overpowering Kings’ center Domantas Sabonis (Golden State of Mind). Looney’s skills have not gone unnoticed, as many now believe he is the NBA’s biggest bargain due to his outstanding playoff performance against the Kings (Sporting News).
While Stephen Curry’s noteworthy 50-point effort drew significant attention, Looney’s remarkable 21-rebound contribution should not be overshadowed (Inquirer Sports). In addition to his record-setting rebounds, Looney also scored 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-5 FT) and dished out four assists in just 31 minutes during Sunday’s game (CBS Sports).
Looney’s significance to the Warriors’ dynasty is further highlighted by the fact that he is the only player on the team in the last five decades to achieve multiple playoff games with 10-plus offensive rebounds (The Mercury News). Coach Steve Kerr has praised Looney, calling him a “flat-out winner” after his outstanding performance in Game 7 and declaring him “one of the best centers in the league” (Chico Enterprise-Record).
In addition to his extraordinary skills on the court, Looney has made a name for himself as a trusted mentor on a team full of All-Stars and Hall of Famers (The Athletic). Both Curry and Looney proved instrumental in the Warriors’ success during their thrilling Game 7 victory over the Kings (Dub Nation HQ), reinforcing the value that Looney brings to the team as they continue their playoff journey.
