Curry, Butler lead Warriors to win against Rockets in Game 1 of playoffs

Summary

Golden State Warriors pulled off a thrilling upset against the Houston Rockets in Game 1, thanks to Stephen Curry's standout performance with 31 points and Jimmy Butler III adding 25 points. Despite Houston's late rally cutting the deficit to just three points, Curry and Butler held strong, securing a 95-85 victory. The Rockets struggled with poor shooting (39.1%) and 17 turnovers, while the Warriors' defense stepped up in the closing stages. Game 2 promises another intense clash as the series shifts to Houston.

Additional Summaries

The Golden State Warriors proved their dominance by beating the Houston Rockets 95-85 in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series, securing the home court advantage and a 1-0 series lead. Stephen Curry delivered a career-high 31 points and five three-pointers, while Jimmy Butler added 25 points on his way to a double-double with seven rebounds and six assists as the Warriors pushed the Rockets' 23-point deficit back to 82-75 in the final minutes. The Warriors shot 40% overall and outrebounded Houston 51-41, while the Rockets struggled from the floor at just 39% — a far cry from their recent thrilling 116-111 overtime victory over the Golden State Warriors on April 8.