The 2015-16 Golden State Warriors season was remarkable, setting a new standard in NBA history with their record-breaking 73-9 regular-season record. This feat surpassed the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls’ 72-10 record, solidifying the Warriors’ place in basketball lore. Under the leadership of head coach Steve Kerr, the team showcased a blend of efficient three-point shooting, stifling defense, and unselfish ball movement.
Stephen Curry, the team’s star point guard, had a historic campaign, earning his second consecutive NBA MVP award. He became the first player in league history to be unanimously voted MVP, averaging 30.1 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game, while also setting a new record by making 402 three-pointers in a single season. Alongside Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green provided crucial support, with Thompson’s sharpshooting and Green’s versatile defense being key components of their success.
Despite their historic regular season, the Warriors faced challenges in the playoffs. They overcame a 3-1 deficit against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, advancing to the NBA Finals for the second consecutive year. However, in the Finals, they faced the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James. The Warriors held a 3-1 series lead but ultimately lost in seven games, as the Cavaliers mounted a historic comeback to win their first NBA championship. This dramatic conclusion added a complex layer to an otherwise stellar season for the Warriors.
- Regular Season Record: 73-9
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-1, Western Conference Semifinals: 4-1, Western Conference Finals: 4-3, NBA Finals: 3-4
Golden State Warriors Roster and Stats for 2015-16 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Stephen Curry | 79 | 30.1 | 5.4 | 6.7 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 45.4 | 18 | 25.1 | 5.5 | 5.2 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 40.4 |
| Klay Thompson | 80 | 22.1 | 3.8 | 2.1 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 42.5 | 24 | 24.3 | 3.7 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 42.4 |
| Draymond Green | 81 | 14.0 | 9.5 | 7.4 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 38.8 | 23 | 15.4 | 9.9 | 6.0 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 36.5 |
| Harrison Barnes | 66 | 11.7 | 4.9 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 38.3 | 24 | 9.0 | 4.7 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 34.2 |
| Marreese Speights | 72 | 7.1 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 38.7 | 24 | 5.6 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 41.9 |
| Andre Iguodala | 65 | 7.0 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 35.1 | 24 | 8.9 | 4.4 | 3.8 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 38.5 |
| Festus Ezeli | 46 | 7.0 | 5.6 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 23 | 4.0 | 2.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Leandro Barbosa | 68 | 6.4 | 1.7 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 35.5 | 23 | 5.6 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 39.3 |
| Shaun Livingston | 78 | 6.3 | 2.2 | 3.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 16.6 | 24 | 8.2 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| Andrew Bogut | 70 | 5.4 | 7.0 | 2.3 | 0.5 | 1.6 | 100.0 | 22 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 0.0 |
| Brandon Rush | 72 | 4.2 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 41.4 | 14 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 33.3 |
| Ian Clark | 66 | 3.6 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 35.7 | 16 | 4.1 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 33.3 |
| James Michael McAdoo | 41 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 50.0 | 8 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Anderson Varejão | 22 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 17 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| Jason Thompson | 28 | 2.1 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Kevon Looney | 5 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Houston Rockets
In the first round of the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors faced the Houston Rockets, showcasing their dominance as the reigning champions. Despite losing Stephen Curry to injury for part of the series, the Warriors maintained their momentum and defeated the Rockets in five games, proving their depth and resilience. Klay Thompson and Draymond Green stepped up significantly, ensuring the team's advance to the next round.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 104-78 | |
| Apr 18, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 115-106 | |
| Apr 21, 2016 | @ Houston Rockets | L 97-96 | |
| Apr 24, 2016 | @ Houston Rockets | W 121-94 | |
| Apr 27, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 114-81 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Portland Trail Blazers
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors faced the Portland Trail Blazers in the second round, overcoming them in a 4-1 series victory. Despite Stephen Curry missing the first three games due to injury, Klay Thompson stepped up, averaging over 30 points per game in Curry's absence. Curry made a dramatic return in Game 4, scoring 40 points and setting an NBA record with 17 points in overtime, further cementing the Warriors' dominance.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 01, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 118-106 | |
| May 03, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 110-99 | |
| May 07, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 120-108 | |
| May 09, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 132-125 | |
| May 11, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 125-121 |
2016 Conference Championship vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors showcased resilience in the Western Conference Finals by overcoming a 3-1 series deficit against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Led by the brilliance of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson's unforgettable Game 6 performance, the Warriors' comeback epitomized their tenacity and skill, eventually securing a spot in the NBA Finals. This series further solidified their reputation as a formidable team in NBA history.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 108-102 | |
| May 18, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 118-91 | |
| May 22, 2016 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 133-105 | |
| May 24, 2016 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 118-94 | |
| May 26, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 120-111 | |
| May 28, 2016 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 108-101 | |
| May 30, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 96-88 |
2016 NBA Finals vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
In the 2016 NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors experienced a dramatic and historic series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite setting a record with 73 wins in the regular season and leading the Finals 3-1, the Warriors were unable to close out the series, ultimately losing in seven games. The loss was marked by LeBron James' legendary performances and the Cavaliers' resilience, overshadowing the Warriors' remarkable season.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 02, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 104-89 | |
| Jun 05, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 110-77 | |
| Jun 08, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 120-90 | |
| Jun 10, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 108-97 | |
| Jun 13, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 112-97 | |
| Jun 16, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 115-101 | |
| Jun 19, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 93-89 |
Golden State Warriors 2015-16 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2015-16 season for the Golden State Warriors.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 2015 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 111-95 | |
| Oct 30, 2015 | @ Houston Rockets | W 112-92 | |
| Oct 31, 2015 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 134-120 | |
| Nov 02, 2015 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 119-69 | |
| Nov 04, 2015 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 112-108 | |
| Nov 06, 2015 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 119-104 | |
| Nov 07, 2015 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 103-94 | |
| Nov 09, 2015 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 109-95 | |
| Nov 11, 2015 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 100-84 | |
| Nov 12, 2015 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 129-116 | |
| Nov 14, 2015 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 107-99 | |
| Nov 17, 2015 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 115-110 | |
| Nov 19, 2015 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 124-117 | |
| Nov 20, 2015 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 106-94 | |
| Nov 22, 2015 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 118-105 | |
| Nov 24, 2015 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 111-77 | |
| Nov 27, 2015 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 135-116 | |
| Nov 28, 2015 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 120-101 | |
| Nov 30, 2015 | @ Utah Jazz | W 106-103 | |
| Dec 02, 2015 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 116-99 | |
| Dec 05, 2015 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 112-109 | |
| Dec 06, 2015 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 114-98 | |
| Dec 08, 2015 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 131-123 | |
| Dec 11, 2015 | @ Boston Celtics | W 124-119 | |
| Dec 12, 2015 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 108-95 | |
| Dec 16, 2015 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 128-103 | |
| Dec 18, 2015 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 121-112 | |
| Dec 23, 2015 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 103-85 | |
| Dec 25, 2015 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 89-83 | |
| Dec 28, 2015 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 122-103 | |
| Dec 30, 2015 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 114-91 | |
| Dec 31, 2015 | @ Houston Rockets | W 114-110 | |
| Jan 02, 2016 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 111-108 | |
| Jan 04, 2016 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 111-101 | |
| Jan 05, 2016 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 109-88 | |
| Jan 08, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 128-108 | |
| Jan 09, 2016 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 128-116 | |
| Jan 11, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 111-103 | |
| Jan 13, 2016 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 112-110 | |
| Jan 14, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 116-98 | |
| Jan 16, 2016 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 113-95 | |
| Jan 18, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 132-98 | |
| Jan 20, 2016 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 125-94 | |
| Jan 22, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 122-110 | |
| Jan 25, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 120-90 | |
| Jan 27, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 127-107 | |
| Jan 30, 2016 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 108-105 | |
| Jan 31, 2016 | @ New York Knicks | W 116-95 | |
| Feb 03, 2016 | @ Washington Wizards | W 134-121 | |
| Feb 06, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 116-108 | |
| Feb 09, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 123-110 | |
| Feb 10, 2016 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 112-104 | |
| Feb 19, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 137-105 | |
| Feb 20, 2016 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 115-112 | |
| Feb 22, 2016 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 102-92 | |
| Feb 24, 2016 | @ Miami Heat | W 118-112 | |
| Feb 25, 2016 | @ Orlando Magic | W 130-114 | |
| Feb 27, 2016 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 121-118 | |
| Mar 01, 2016 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 109-105 | |
| Mar 03, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 121-106 | |
| Mar 06, 2016 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 112-95 | |
| Mar 07, 2016 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 119-113 | |
| Mar 09, 2016 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 115-94 | |
| Mar 11, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 128-112 | |
| Mar 12, 2016 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 123-116 | |
| Mar 14, 2016 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 125-107 | |
| Mar 16, 2016 | vs. New York Knicks | W 121-85 | |
| Mar 18, 2016 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 130-112 | |
| Mar 19, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 87-79 | |
| Mar 21, 2016 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 109-104 | |
| Mar 23, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 114-98 | |
| Mar 25, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 128-120 | |
| Mar 27, 2016 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 117-105 | |
| Mar 29, 2016 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 102-94 | |
| Mar 30, 2016 | @ Utah Jazz | W 103-96 | |
| Apr 01, 2016 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 109-106 | |
| Apr 03, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 136-111 | |
| Apr 05, 2016 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 124-117 | |
| Apr 07, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 112-101 | |
| Apr 09, 2016 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 100-99 | |
| Apr 10, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 92-86 | |
| Apr 13, 2016 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 125-104 |