The Golden State Warriors are entering the new season with a bold, new strategy—and it’s not just about resting their stars. In a recent preseason game, the Warriors sat Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Andrew Wiggins, yet still managed to dominate. This revamped Golden State squad has embraced a high-volume three-point shooting approach that has left fans buzzing. Over their last three games, the Dubs have hit 59 of 125 shots from beyond the arc, nearly 50%, signaling a sharp shift in their game plan.

Even when they struggled against the Lakers in their opener, Golden State launched an eye-popping 48 three-point attempts, showing that they’re living and dying by the long-range shot. When their shots are falling, like in recent games, the Warriors look virtually unstoppable. And while their small size has been a concern, head coach Steve Kerr’s strategy of keeping opposing big men on defense by stretching the floor may just be the perfect counter.

Key offseason additions are making an immediate impact, with Buddy Hield delivering exactly what fans had hoped for: consistent three-point shooting. Meanwhile, Lindy Waters is emerging as a hidden gem, nailing five threes in his first minutes of preseason, including a game-winner against the Clippers.

With so much shooting talent, Golden State’s depth is becoming one of their strongest assets. De’Anthony Melton, despite struggling with his shot against Detroit, has shown flashes of brilliance as both a defender and a playmaker, developing strong chemistry with rookie big man Trace Jackson-Davis. Together, they’ve made the Warriors’ second unit look as formidable as the starting five.

The Warriors might not be the biggest team on the floor, but their commitment to ball movement, shooting, and relentless pace is what sets them apart. As they continue to tweak their lineup and game plan, there’s no denying it: there’s something different about these Warriors. This season, they’re determined to rewrite the narrative—with a barrage of threes leading the way.