Warriors' sweeping statement

Rout of Trail Blazers signals ominous warning to title rivals

PORTLAND, Oregon - Long after the Trail Blazers had left the court on Monday night, several Golden State players continued to celebrate on the floor at Moda Center to the delight of a large contingent of yellow-clad fans chanting "War-ri-ors! War-ri-ors!"

The Western Conference quarterfinal sweep was sweet, even in Portland's house.