The Golden State Warriors opened their 2022 playoff run with a resounding pounding of the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, drubbing the Nugs 107-123 at the Chase Center. Guard Jordan Poole sounded off for 30 points on 9 for 13 shooting in his playoff debut, while the Dubs' defense held reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic to 25 points and 10 rebounds — a healthy stat line on a normal night, but one that didn't get the job done with a weakened supporting cast.
The Warriors' only real question coming into Game 2 is whether coach Steve Kerr will start former guard Stephen Curry over Poole.