Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors
Apr 05, 2026
Houston Rockets narrowly defeat Golden State Warriors 117-116 in a thrilling finish
Game Summary
The Houston Rockets secured a narrow victory against the Golden State Warriors with a final score of 117-116. Houston's shooting efficiency played a pivotal role, as they shot an impressive 55% from the field and 44.8% from beyond the arc, surpassing the Warriors’ defensive averages. Despite a strong performance from the Warriors, who outperformed their season averages in assists and free throw percentage, their inability to contain the Rockets’ shooting proved costly in the end.
Top Performers
Leading the way for the Rockets, their offense was spearheaded by standout performances that contributed to their scoring success. The Rockets effectively utilized their shooting prowess, with multiple players stepping up to ensure they maintained their lead. For the Warriors, they also had notable contributors, but ultimately fell just short in their efforts to secure a win.
Odds Recap
The closing spread favored the Golden State Warriors at +4.0, and they managed to keep it close but did not emerge victorious, losing by just one point. The game went over the total of 226.5, reflecting the high-scoring nature of the contest.
Prediction Recap
The model accurately predicted the winner, correctly calling the Houston Rockets to win and the game to go over the total. However, it missed on the spread, as it anticipated a Rockets cover, which did not occur in this tightly contested matchup.
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