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The 2016 Golden State Warriors had an incredible season, breaking records with a 73-9 record. Led by Stephen Curry, they revolutionized the game with their style of play. However, their confidence turned to arrogance during the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Clay Thompson's dismissive comment about LeBron James showed their mindset of underestimating their opponent. LeBron's legendary performances and the Cavaliers' resilience led to a historic comeback, winning Game 7 and becoming the first team to come back from a 3-1 deficit in the Finals. The Warriors' downfall serves as a lesson that arrogance can be dangerous. Confidence is important, but not when it becomes arrogance. Hello and welcome to Buzzer Beaters, the podcast where we dive into the dramatic tales of basketball triumphs and tribulations. I'm your host George Hyatt and today we're focusing on the 2016 Golden State Warriors and how their confidence, or some might say hubris, played a crucial role in their shocking downfall. In the 2015-2016 NBA season, the Golden State Warriors were a team for the history books. They finished the regular season with a record-breaking 73-9 record, surpassing the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls record of 72-10. Led by the reigning MVP Stephen Curry, co-stars Clay Thompson and Jermon Green, the Warriors' dominance was undeniable. Their style of play, characterized by quick ball movement, relentless defense and unprecedented three-point shooting, revolutionized the game. However, the Warriors' story wasn't just one of our unparalleled success, it was a sort of tale of overconfidence and ultimately a lesson in humility. This hubris became evident during the 2016 NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James and Kyrie Irving. Let's set the scene. The Warriors are up 3-1 in the series, one win away from securing back-to-back championships. Their confidence was palpable, but that confidence began to morph into arrogance. After Game 4, Clay Thompson made a comment about LeBron James, saying, I guess his feelings just got hurt. This remark came after LeBron James and Jermon Green had an on-court altercation, resulting in Green's ejection from the game and suspension for Game 5. Thompson's dismissive comment was seen by many as emblematic of the Warriors' mindset. They were so used to winning, so certain of their superiority, that they underestimated their opponent. LeBron James, a seasoned and prideful competitor, was asked about Clay Thompson's comment at a press conference. LeBron's reaction was just a casual chuckle. This reaction showed how LeBron was unfazed by Thompson's sly comments, but it fueled him and the Cavaliers. LeBron's response was nothing short of legendary. Of the next three games, he delivered performances for the ages, culminating in a Game 7 victory in Oakland, where the Cavaliers competed the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, the first ever team to come back from 3-1 down in the NBA Finals. LeBron's iconic block on Andre Godala and Curry's clutch three-pointer over the switch from Clay Thompson and over Stephen Curry sealed the deal. The Warriors' historic season ended not with a championship, but with a stark reminder that in sports, as in life, arrogance can be a dangerous foe. Their belief in their own invincibility blinded them to resilience and determination of their opponents. This moment in basketball history serves as a powerful lesson. Confidence is crucial, but when it crosses into arrogance, it can lead to downfall. The 2016 Golden State Warriors, despite their incredible talent and record-breaking achievements, fell victim to their own hubris. Thank you for joining me on this episode of Buzzer Beaters. Stay tuned for more stories from the world of basketball, where greatness and humility often walk a fine line. I'm your host, Hugh Chaya, and until next time, keep your head in the game, but your feet on the ground.