The 'Inside the NBA' crew gathered together to share their insights on Game 4 and Chuck wasn't too excited about Stephen Curry's poor misses.

?Took Two Bad Shots Trying to Be a Hero?: Charles Barkley Sounds Off on Stephen Curry Despite Impressive Triple-Double

The Los Angeles Lakers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/] defeated the Golden State Warriors [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/] in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals, largely because of Lonnie Walker IV’s decisive performance in the fourth quarter?during which he went 6 for 9 from the floor. With just under two minutes remaining, he made a crucial jump shot. The Warriors were within one point after Stephen Curry’s layup. However, Walker made two free throws to give the Lakers the victory. Despite having a seven-point lead into the last quarter of play, the Warriors have currently fallen behind 1-3 in the series. Meanwhile, despite Stephen Curry putting up an impressive performance during the game, NBA analyst Charles Barkley [http://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/charles-barkley/] wasn’t too happy with the Dubs superstar’s clutch showing. The Chuckster didn’t mince his words while calling out Curry’s performance in the dying seconds of the game. CHARLES BARKLEY AND THE INSIDE GUYS REACT TO STEPHEN CURRY’S ‘BAD SHOTS’ The ‘Inside The NBA’ crew recently got together to share their insights on the recent postseason matchups. They skimmed through the highlights of the game, offering their commentary. The focus ultimately veered to Stephen Curry. Curry recorded his third triple-double in the playoffs in Game 4 against the Lakers. However, Lonnie Walker IV made a crucial contribution in the fourth quarter to secure the victory, negating Curry’s accomplishments. Curry reduced the Lakers’ advantage to one point with just over a minute left in the game with a layup. However, it was not enough to secure the victory. Walker stepped up and gave the Lakers the victory with two crucial free throws on the next Golden State possession. This was after the star guard missed two crucial 3-pointers. Despite the Warriors’ loss, Curry’s extraordinary talent and leadership were on full show the whole game. However, it seems like Charles Barkley wasn’t too impressed with Stephen Curry’s triple-double. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/imago1028022551h.jpg]NBA, Basketball Herren, USA Playoffs-Golden State Warriors at Sacramento Kings Apr 15, 2023 Sacramento, California, USA Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry 30 drives to the hoop against the Sacramento Kings in the third quarter during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs at the Golden 1 Center. Sacramento Golden 1 Center California USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xCaryxEdmondsonx 20230415_tdc_se9_0351 During the TNT broadcast, Chuck said, “I did not like these last two shots. I thought Draymond had the opportunity to just power over Schroeder as well, but this wasn’t a good shot here period. He took two bad shots down the stretch trying to be a hero.” Despite his best efforts, Curry missed two crucial shots in the final 30 seconds of the game, which didn’t impress Barkley. With a No Look Football-Like Pass: ?I Was Filming and Didn?t Have My Hands Ready? [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-before-falling-to-los-angeles-lakers-stephen-curry-accidentally-hits-a-reporter-with-a-no-look-football-like-pass-i-was-filming-and-didnt-have-my-hands-ready/] However, Shaquille O’Neal [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/shaquille-oneal/] believes that the Warriors still have a chance. The fact that Stephen Curry missed the last two shots must have worked up Curry. Shaq is of the opinion that the Warriors will use this loss as fuel for the next game. They will definitely come ready to play the next game. Watch This Story: Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, James Harden, and other NBA stars having the most games with 10 three-pointers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nba-basketball-news-stephen-curry-klay-thompson-james-harden-and-other-nba-stars-having-most-games-with-10-three-pointers/] The Golden State Warriors are now in a pickle as they head toward the 5th game.? The team will now focus on taking advantage of their home-court at Chase Center. They need to win three straight games in order to overcome the 3:1 disadvantage. The path ahead won’t be flowery. Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments below. 

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?Took Two Bad Shots Trying to Be a Hero?: Charles Barkley Sounds Off on Stephen Curry Despite Impressive Triple-Double

?Took Two Bad Shots Trying to Be a Hero?: Charles Barkley Sounds Off on Stephen Curry Despite Impressive Triple-Double

Charles Barkley and the Inside guys react to Stephen Curry’s ‘bad shots’