The Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 99-88 in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Tuesday. They did that despite the fact that Stephen Curry left the game early with a hamstring injury that could also keep him out of Game 2. While that may worry Golden State fans, ESPN's Jay Williams isn't concerned.

In his return to Minnesota to face the team he left under acrimonious circumstances, Jimmy Butler III scored 20 points while being booed every time he touched the ball. Kevon Looney came off the bench to provide a strong presence in the paint, and Buddy Hield added 18 points despite beginning the game with the wrong shorts.