Cole: We can open up space without Curry. Three-pointers are just the seventh option in Jimmy’s arsenal.

In the NBA regular season, the Warriors defeated the Clippers 98-79. The reporter went to the scene today, followed the game and attended the press conference after the game. The following is part of the interview with Warriors coach Cole compiled by Xiaoba.

Question: In the last 1 minute and 06 seconds, Curry's performance was crucial, especially during that period.

Cole: Yes, that was a very important stage. I remember - I'm not sure if it was at the end of that quarter, Post hit that clutch 3-pointer at the end of the shot clock. Maybe early in the fourth quarter.

But you saw us use this lineup last year - we often use the same group of people to start the fourth quarter, and sometimes we use it to close the third quarter. At that time, Butler and Podemski will lead the offense, ensuring that the ball can be passed to Butler's good position, and then open up the space. Now we can also let Horford play, and we can also let Post play. The key is that when Curry is not on the court, we can still maintain the floor spacing, giving Butler enough space to control the game.

Question: Steve, obviously Butler played another extremely efficient game tonight. Three-pointers are not his "signature weapon," but he made 3 of 4 three-pointers tonight and has made 14 three-pointers this season. Have you seen any changes in him?

Cole: I think he is the kind of person who doesn't deliberately take too many three-pointers, but he will take them according to the game situation. He can feel the timing - like when the shot clock is approaching, or at key moments in the game, or based on how the other team defends. He is very confident in his three-point shot, but his three-point shot is "about the seventh option" in his personal offensive arsenal.