Watch Stephen Curry Detail DeMarcus Cousins' Impact for Warriors in Game 2 Win

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Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins missed 14 straight playoff games with a quad injury before returning for Game 1 of the NBA Finals versus the Toronto Raptors.

He only saw eight minutes of court time in the 118-109 loss to the Raps on Thursday, but he excelled in Game 2 with 11 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and two blocks in the Dubs' 109-104 victory Sunday. Cousins got the starting nod and played 28 minutes.

After the game, Warriors point guard Stephen Curry detailed Cousins' positive impact on both ends:

Of note, Cousins' offensive versatility was on full display Sunday. He hit a three from the top of the key to cut the Raptors' second-quarter lead to 42-35:

His passing and court vision were exceptional as well on a night where every second-half basket was assisted:

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Ultimately, Cousins poses a significant problem for the Raps, who must find a way to deal with the big man before Game 3. That matchup is on Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California.