Warriors Bounce Back with 99-93 Win Over Rockets

The Golden State Warriors snapped their five-game losing streak with a 99-93 win over the Houston Rockets. The game was played at the Chase Center in San Francisco, with the Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga stealing the show. Kuminga scored a career-high 33 points, making two crucial layups over the final 1:04 to seal the deal for the Warriors.

The Rockets put up a good fight, but ultimately fell short. They were led by Jalen Green, who scored 27 points, and Alperen Sengun, who added 24 points and 10 rebounds. However, the Rockets’ offense struggled to find consistency, shooting just 37.6% from the field and 26.3% from three-point range.

The Warriors, on the other hand, shot 41.9% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. They also dominated the boards, outrebounding the Rockets 54-45. Andrew Wiggins added 23 points and seven rebounds for the Warriors, while Kevon Looney chipped in with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

The game was closely contested throughout, with the Warriors holding a slim 18-22 lead after the first quarter. However, they pulled away in the second quarter, outscoring the Rockets 31-21 to take a 49-43 lead into halftime. The Warriors maintained their lead throughout the second half, despite a late surge from the Rockets.

Overall, the Warriors’ win over the Rockets was a much-needed boost for the team. It snapped their five-game losing streak and improved their record to 13-8. The Rockets, on the other hand, fell to 8-14. The two teams will meet again on April 7, 2025, at the Chase Center in San Francisco.