"Curry's Clutch Performance Catapults Warriors Over Rockets in Playoff Thriller"
In the latest clash on the hardwood, Stephen Curry, a maestro of the court, dazzled once more in leading the Golden State Warriors to a decisive victory against the Houston Rockets in their playoff opener. Curry’s magical hands conjured up 31 points, illustrating that even under intense defensive pressure, he can still raise the bar… LEARN MORE
“It’s not really about the moment. Going into the lane, trying to shoot over too many and not finding your outlets is a big thing and a big key for us all year.”Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points with Ty Jerome adding 28 points and Darius Garland scoring 27.The seventh-seeded Warriors made it successive wins in Houston, with Curry also adding six rebounds and three assists.The Rockets, seeded second in the play-offs, endured a disappointing end to the regular season with three successive defeats and have lost back-to-back games at home.Ime Udoka’s side are featuring in the play-offs for the first time since 2019-20, when they lost against the Los Angeles Lakers in the semi-finals.
“I wouldn’t say the moment, I would say the physicality at times, going after guys, and just play-off basketball,” Udoka said when asked if a lack of experience cost his side. Elsewhere, the Cleveland Cavaliers sealed a 121-100 win against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference play-offs.”Steph was incredible. He was incredible,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said.Reuters
Bobbie Jackson
BBC Sport Journalist
55 minutes ago
Jerome, who picked up 16 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, was making his play-off debut.”With that type of pressure on him from [Amen] Thompson and others, he just made some amazing plays and, obviously, carried us offensively along with Jimmy.”Jimmy Butler chipped in with a further 25 points, seven rebounds and six assists to hand Golden State a 1-0 series lead – with Game 2 scheduled for Thursday.
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