KJG Top 30: David Lee’s Top 10 Games of 2012-2013
By Chris Philip
May 2, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) chants “defense” with fans during the second quarter of game six against the Denver Nuggets of the first round of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Game 5: Cleveland Cavaliers 96, Golden State Warriors 106
Highlights: transition jumper, backdoor alley-oop from Jarrett Jack, pump fake and dunk, assisted Harrison Barnes corner three
Game Score: 24.4
Box Score: 22 points (10-16 field goals, 2-2 free throws), 14 rebounds (2 offensive), 6 assists (1 turnover), 3 steals (4 fouls) in 38 minutes (+7)
Story: The good thing about being a limited player is that Lee’s shot selection is pristine. He doesn’t force bad shots, and he’s creative on top of unselfish. Toss in the unexpected three steals against just one turnover and Lee put on a clinic against Cleveland’s raw, overmatched frontcourt.