Kevin Love recalls intense defensive moments during 2016 Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Kevin Love shared insights about his experience defending Stephen Curry during the 2016 NBA Finals in a talk with Richard Jefferson on June 8, 2026. Love stated, "I tell people all the time, one, I blacked out" while discussing his approach to guarding Curry, highlighting the critical switch defense utilized by the Cavaliers. He emphasized the chaotic nature of the moment and the strategies employed to handle the Warriors' offensive plays. Love and Jefferson are reflecting on their championship run, detailing key moments that defined their success.
- •Kevin Love reminisces about the 2016 NBA Finals.
- •He describes an intense defensive moment against Stephen Curry.
- •Love recalls the strategy of switching defenses employed by the Cavaliers.
- •He speaks to the unpredictability of crucial plays in the game.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — "I tell people all the time, one, I blacked out," Love …
""I tell people all the time, one, I blacked out," Love …
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