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How the Warriors used classic hits to put the Celtics away

Think of the headline grabbers in the Golden State Warriors’ 132-126 overtime win over the Boston Celtics — Steph Curry, who hit the dagger shot over Jaylen Brown to seal the game; Trayce Jackson-Davis, who finished with his first career double-double (10 points, 13 rebounds, three blocks) and was trusted as the closing center, during which he repaid that trust with key buckets and defensive plays; and even Klay Thompson, who deserves a nod for hitting big shots down the stretch.

But the one who arguably set the tone — and did so on the defensive end — was Chris Paul.