There were few bright spots for the Golden State Warriors during the 2009-10 season, but the emergence of Stephen Curry and Monta Ellis as one of the NBA's top back courts has to rank at the top of the list.
After Ellis was able to put aside some petty concerns, the duo became the NBA's top scoring guard tandem at 42 points per game, and with new owners, a new coach, and a new roster, things could be even better this season.
The Warriors made some significant acquisitions in the off-season by grabbing David Lee to strengthen their interior, and forward Dorrell Wright to add a defensive identity.
Former owner Chris Cohan finally relinquished his grip on the franchise, and the defensive-minded Keith Smart took over for long time head coach Don Nelson.
All of those moves should make the Warriors a better team than last season's version, but only if Curry and Ellis can replicate their performances from last year.
Make no mistake, Lee will give the Warriors much needed scoring on the interior, but if Golden State has any hopes of a postseason journey, Ellis and Curry will be the reason they get there.
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