The Golden State Warriors captured a crucial victory in the first round of the playoffs on Saturday night at Chase Center. With a 104-93 win over the Houston Rockets, the Warriors took a 2-1 lead in the series. The team had to step up without Jimmy Butler, who was sidelined after a hard fall in the previous game. Fortunately for Golden State, Stephen Curry was there to carry the load.
The Rockets struggled offensively throughout the night, as no player reached the 20-point mark on Saturday. With the victory, the Warriors improved to a 12-1 playoff record against the Rockets at home.
Stephen Curry Powers Golden State Warriors To 2-1 Series Lead Against Houston Rockets
Without Curry on the floor, the Warriors found it almost impossible to score in the first half. However, once he returned to action, Curry posted a brilliant stat line. He scored 36 points, seven rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks, and five three-pointers made. With this performance, the Golden State Warriors star also climbed to 10th on the NBA Playoffs all-time scoring list by surpassing Tony Parker.
STEPH CURRY LEADS GOLDEN STATE TO A 2-1 SERIES LEAD:
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36 POINTS
9 ASSISTS
7 REBOUNDS
12/23 FG
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Buddy Hield scored 17 points with two rebounds, while Jonathan Kuminga contributed seven points. Gary Payton II posted 16 points, along with two rebounds. Brandin Podziemski chipped in ten points, five rebounds, and two assists. Draymond Green played 34 minutes, securing eight rebounds, four assists, and seven points.
Meanwhile, the Rockets’ effort fell short despite some substantial individual numbers. Amen Thompson recorded seven rebounds, four assists, and scored 11 points. Dillon Brooks added 13 points, while Alperen Sengun posted a double-double with 11 rebounds and 15 points over 33 minutes.
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Fred VanVleet tried to keep Houston afloat with 17 points, four rebounds, and three assists. Jabari Smith Jr. added 12 points. Tari Eason and Steven Adams also chipped in with eight points.
