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Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 23, 2025

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Apr 29, 2025 11:26 PM
The Golden State Warriors look to build on their 1-0 series lead as they face off against the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of the Western Conference First Round at the Toyota Center on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 9:30 PM. The Warriors are riding high after their opening win, but the Rockets will be determined to even the series on their home court. Expect a high-intensity matchup between these Western Conference powerhouses.
Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets

Current Odds

GS
HOU
Over
203.5
-107
Under
202.0
+104
GS
+3.5
+103
HOU
-5.5
+115
GS
ML
+160
HOU
ML
-167

Warriors vs Rockets statistics

Stat Warriors Rockets
Streak W1 L1
Last Ten Games 1-0 0-1
Points Per Game 113.8 114.3
Rebounds Per Game 45.4 48.5
Assists Per Game 29.1 23.3
Blocks Per Game 4.8 5.0
Steals Per Game 9.4 8.4
Field Goal % 45.1 45.5
Three Point % 36.4 35.3

Houston Rockets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/20/25 vs Golden State Warriors L 95-85
4/13/25 vs Denver Nuggets L 126-111
4/11/25 @ Los Angeles Lakers L 140-109
4/9/25 @ LA Clippers L 134-117
4/6/25 @ Golden State Warriors W 106-96

Golden State Warriors recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/20/25 @ Houston Rockets W 95-85
4/15/25 vs Memphis Grizzlies W 121-116
4/13/25 vs LA Clippers L 124-119 OT
4/11/25 @ Portland Trail Blazers W 103-86
4/9/25 vs San Antonio Spurs L 114-111

Houston Rockets injuries

  • Jae'Sean Tate (SF): Out
  • Jock Landale (C): Out

Warriors vs Rockets game info

Type Info
Venue Toyota Center (Houston)
Location Houston, TX
Tip-off Wed 9:30 PM
TV TNT

Warriors vs Rockets predictions

As anticipation builds for the next face-off between the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets, eyes are undoubtedly on the Warriors' star player, Stephen Curry. Known for his incredible long-range shooting, Curry is expected to have another electric performance. Projecting him to score around 25 points seems fair, given his historical performances under pressure. Draymond Green is another key player to watch; his defensive prowess and commanding presence in the paint, along with eight or so rebounds, can give the Warriors a crucial edge. And let's keep an eye on Moses Moody, who might surprise us with a solid contribution off the bench, possibly scoring in double figures.

Turning the spotlight to the Houston Rockets, Jalen Green is likely to lead the team's scoring efforts. With his youth and energy, Green could easily hover near the 20-point mark by using his speed and knack for getting to the rim. Holding down the fort under the hoop will be Alperen Sengun, who's expected to hit the boards hard and potentially snag over ten rebounds, making his presence known in the defensive and offensive rebounds alike. And with Fred VanVleet orchestrating plays, expect over five assists, coupled with a decent scoring night, as he looks to facilitate and contribute offensively.

As for predictions on who's likely to emerge victorious, it’s a close call. The Rockets have the home-court advantage at the Toyota Center, which could serve as a significant factor. However, the Warriors, buoyed by the confidence from their current series lead and expectations of solid performances from Curry and Green, have shown they can handle high-pressure situations on the road. It could very well come down to who executes their game plan more effectively and makes critical shots when it counts. Ultimately, though, I lean towards the Warriors clinching this one, likely by a slim margin, especially if Curry finds his rhythm early and sets the tone. What do you think? Will the Warriors maintain their momentum, or are the Rockets about to turn the tide?

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