The Golden State Warriors huffed and puffed, but ultimately they were simply unable to overcome the juggernaut that is the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA play-offs.
After an heroic 50-point performance from Steph Curry in Game Seven hauled his side past the Sacramento Kings in the first round many expected the champions to carry that momentum into their Western Conference semi-final matchup with LeBron James and co.
For the first time in the Curry and Steve Kerr era, the Warriors were outclassed in every department and their consistency, which has been a hallmark of their dynasty, was severely lacking throughout the Lakers series.
