THE Golden State Warriors used a strong second quarter to take charge and cruise to victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, 117-92, on Saturday in Oakland (Sunday, Manila time).
Steph Curry showed the way for the Warriors, who overpowered the Bucks, 36-15 in the second and were never threatened.
The Warriors made it three straight wins, notching their 55th win in 69 games.
Curry scored 28 points on 9 of 13 shooting including 6 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Klay Thompson went 9 for 16, including 3 for 6 from the 3-point line.
Andre Iguodala was the only other Golden State player to score in double figures, coming off the bench to deliver 15.
The Bucks saw their win streak end at two, absorbing their 35th loss in 69 outings.
Malcolm Brogdon had 18 points to lead Milwaukee.
Tony Snell had 12 points, while Greg Monroe came off the bench to match the output.