_Warriors Hold Off Late Rockets Comeback, Curry Leads the Way with 27 Points_
The Golden State Warriors were able to withstand a late comeback from the Houston Rockets, thanks in large part to the efforts of Stephen Curry. Curry dropped 27 points, including 5 three-pointers, to help the Warriors secure a 122-115 victory.
_Grading the Warriors Players:_
1. *Stephen Curry: A+* (27 points, 5-10 3PT, 6-8 FT) – Curry was his usual dominant self, scoring 27 points and dishing out 7 assists. He was able to get to the free throw line 8 times, converting 6 of those attempts.
2. *Klay Thompson: B+* (22 points, 4-10 3PT, 3-4 FT) – Thompson had a solid game, scoring 22 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. He was able to get to the free throw line 4 times, converting 3 of those attempts.
3. *Draymond Green: B* (12 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists) – Green had a well-rounded game, scoring 12 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 7 assists. He was also able to get to the free throw line 6 times, converting 4 of those attempts.
4. *Andrew Wiggins: C+* (15 points, 5 rebounds) – Wiggins had a decent game, scoring 15 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. However, he struggled from three-point range, going 1-5.
5. *Kevon Looney: C* (10 points, 8 rebounds) – Looney had a solid game, scoring 10 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. However, he struggled with foul trouble, picking up 5 fouls in just 22 minutes of play.
6. *Jordan Poole: B-* (18 points, 3-7 3PT) – Poole had a solid game, scoring 18 points and dishing out 5 assists. He was able to get to the free throw line 4 times, converting 3 of those attempts.
7. *Donte DiVincenzo: C+* (8 points, 5 rebounds) – DiVincenzo had a decent game, scoring 8 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. However, he struggled from three-point range, going 1-4.
_What Went Right for the Warriors:_
1. The Warriors were able to move the ball effectively, with 30 assists on 43 made field goals.
2. Curry and Thompson were able to get hot from three-point range, combining for 9-20 from beyond the arc.
3. The Warriors were able to outrebound the Rockets, 48-42, including 12-10 on the offensive glass.
_What Went Wrong for the Warriors:_
1. The Warriors struggled with turnovers, committing 18 on the night.
2. The Warriors were unable to contain Kevin Porter Jr., who scored 32 points and dished out 8 assists.
3. The Warriors struggled with foul trouble, with Looney and Green both picking up 5 fouls.
_Game Recap:_
The Warriors came out strong in the first quarter, scoring 35 points and taking a 10-point lead. However, the Rockets were able to fight back in the second quarter, scoring 32 points and cutting the deficit to just 2 points at halftime.
In the third quarter, the Warriors were able to pull away, scoring 33 points and taking a 15-point lead. However, the Rockets were not ready to give up, and they came out strong in the fourth quarter, scoring 35 points and cutting the deficit to just 5 points with 2 minutes remaining.
However, Curry was able to take over in the final minutes, scoring 7 points and helping the Warriors secure the victory.
_Stats:_
1. *Warriors*: 122 points, 48% FG, 40% 3PT, 85% FT
2. *Rockets*: 115 points, 45% FG, 35% 3PT, 80% FT
3. *Curry*: 27 points, 5-10 3PT, 6-8 FT
4. *Thompson*: 22 points, 4-10 3PT, 3-4 FT
5. *Green*: 12 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists
6. *Porter Jr.*: 32 points, 6-12 3PT, 8-10 FT
_What’s Next:_
The Warriors will look to build on this win as they head to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers on Friday. The Rockets will look to bounce back as they head to Dallas to take on the Mavericks on Saturday.
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