Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry exploded for 43 points in Game 4 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics, but while it came as a surprise to some, it didn't for Draymond Green.

In the build-up to Friday's contest, Green had the feeling that Curry would go off really soon. After all, Steph wouldn't simply let the Dubs lose and face a 3-1 deficit. Come Game 4, that's exactly what happened as the Warriors sharpshooter went nuclear for the 107-97 win.

“He wasn't letting us lose. That's what it boils down to,” Green said of Curry, per Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated.

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It was definitely the best NBA Finals performance of Stephen Curry's career, and he chose the best time to play it.

While there were concerns about Curry's status heading to the game because of the foot injury he sustained in Game 3, it never looked like he was bothered by it. He shot efficiently from long distance and made life hard for the Celtics every time he had the ball.

As much criticisms were thrown his way for his defense in Game 3, Curry just showed everyone that his supreme offense and shooting topple all that.

Now that the series is tied at 2-2, Curry will definitely be hoping that it's Draymond Green who gets a big game next. After all, he was non-impactful once again with just two points–though he did have nine rebounds and eight assists.