In a thrilling Game 7 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors secured a key victory over the Houston Rockets by a score of 103-89, securing their ticket to the Western Conference Semifinals.
The game, played at the Toyota Center in Houston, was a duel of intensity and strategy. From the start, the Warriors showed their offensive capacity, with Buddy Hield as the great figure of the night. The Bahamian shooting guard scored 33 points, including eight three-pointers, setting a franchise record for a Game 7. His performance was crucial in a first half where Stephen Curry barely added 3 units, but then emerged in the second half with 19 points, consolidating his team's victory.
The Rockets, who had forced Game 7 with two consecutive victories, failed to keep pace against the Warriors' experience. Fred VanVleet and Alperen Sengun tried to lead Houston's offense, but Golden State's defense was relentless. Jimmy Butler also played a prominent role, contributing 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists, while Draymond Green added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.
The last quarter was decisive. With an 8-point lead at the start of the final period, the Warriors widened the gap with a 5-0 run, capped by a Curry three-pointer. Houston tried to react, but Golden State's offense was too much for them. With this victory, the Warriors advance to the Western Conference semifinals, where they will face the Minnesota Timberwolves.
This win reaffirms the Warriors' ability to compete in high-pressure moments, proving that their playoff experience continues to be a determining factor.
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