The Golden State Warriors stole Game 1 on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their second-round playoff series, even without Stephen Curry for a majority of the game. That meant someone else needed to step up, and in this case it was Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield, who combined for 44 points in the 99-88 win against the Wolves.

The Warriors managed to steal a decisive 99-88 Game 1 victory on the road against the Timberwolves despite missing their superstar point guard. Strong performances from Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Buddy Hield managed to guide the way.

As deflating as the development is for Golden State, veteran power forward Draymond Green is confident they have the players necessary to help them hold the fort while Curry recuperates. It also doesn't hurt that the Dubs now have six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler — a renowned playoff performer — on their squad.