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Game 4 of the first-round playoff series between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors was intense until the final buzzer. The Dubs took a 3-1 lead with a 109-106 win behind Jimmy Butler's 27 points and Brandin Podziemski's 26 points.

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'Y’all So Soft': Shaquille O’Neal Disagrees With Charles Barkley About Jimmy Butler Potentially Getting a Flagrant Foul

The Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors playoff series has been an absolute bloodbath. Maybe that’s underselling it. These two teams just straight up hate each other.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Draymond Green gets away with kick to head of Tari Eason

Draymond Green got away with a kick to the head of Tari Eason during a heated Game 4 of the Western Conference playoff series between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday night.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28

Watch: Warriors and Rockets have first-half altercations in Game 4

The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets have played a highly physical first-round series. Monday night, it spilled over into a series of second-quarter altercations.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28

Rockets offseason Giannis Antetokounmpo trade proposal after Damian Lillard injury

The Houston Rockets earned the two-seed in the Western Conference this year, but they are down 2-1 in their first-round series against the Golden State Warriors.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 28

Can the Rockets’ Offense Gain Some Consistency?

The Houston Rockets have had a mixed bag offensively this series as they take on the Golden State Warriors' formidable defense. At least one player excelled in scoring for the first two games.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / April 25

2025 NBA Draft: The Productive Sophomore Query

The 2025 NBA Draft is around two months away. Everyone wants to find a diamond in the rough or feel more certain about the top players in the draft class.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 25

Will the Rockets’ Success Travel?

The Houston Rockets are hitting the road to visit the Golden State Warriors for the third time this season. The Rockets will also experience the franchise's first postseason game in enemy territory since 2019.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 24

Rockets Respond With Improvement on Both Ends

The Golden State Warriors' game plan drastically changed after Jimmy Butler left with an injury after colliding with the Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24

Tari Eason throws towel at Pat Spencer

Tari Eason threw a towel at Pat Spencer during a scuffle late in Game 2 of the Western Conference first-round playoff series between his Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, on Wednesday.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / April 22

DeMarcus Cousins names three superstar players Houston Rockets should trade for in the off-season

If the Houston Rockets lose in the first round of the postseason to the Golden State Warriors, DeMarcus Cousins wants to see them add two star players.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

How James Jones plans to tackle Suns’ Kevin Durant trade drama this offseason

Many wish the Phoenix Suns missing the playoffs was the worst part of the 2024-25 season. However, Kevin Durant might be ready to head out of Phoenix, and general manager James Jones is more than aware.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 20

Rockets vs. Warriors Game 1: Keys to the Game

The Houston Rockets are set to face the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of what should be a thrilling first-round series in the NBA playoffs. At 52-30, Houston is riding hot into the postseason after securing the second seed in the Western Conference.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 19

The Houston Rockets’ 2024-25 Awards Chances

The Houston Rockets’ playoff series with the Golden State Warriors will begin on Sunday, the 20th of April. On the same day, the 2024-25 NBA award finalists will be announced, as voted for by select members of the media.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 19

Winning Not the Only Mark of Postseason Success for the Rockets

The first postseason appearance in five years gives the Houston Rockets confidence in their long-term future. The team has confidence in its immediate future, as the players and coaches believe they can beat anyone in the playoffs, including the Golden State Warriors.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 18

Alperen Sengun Has Joined Some Elite Company In His Fourth Season

The Houston Rockets finished the 2024-2025 NBA season at 52-30. That was their best win-loss record since the 2018-19 season. The 52 wins secured them home court in the first round and at least the first two rounds of the playoffs.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Rockets' Comments Before Playoff Matchup Bring Up Warriors' Memories of Last Season

Throughout most of the 2010s and into the 2020s, the Golden State Warriors were the best team in the Western Conference. They have certainly waned from their peak, although the Houston Rockets, despite having plenty of talent of their own, were never able to take down the Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson Warriors.

Houston Rockets News / BasketballNews.com / April 17

Teams that have exceeded expectations this season

Every NBA season comes with its fair share of surprises, and the 2024-25 campaign has been no different. While championship contenders and superstars have dominated headlines, several teams have quietly — or loudly — rewritten their narratives in spectacular fashion.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Houston Rockets Tari Eason ' I Don't like the Warriors'

The Houston Rockets will play the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs. Golden State defeated the Memphis Grizzles 121-116 in the play-in game to advance to the playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 14

Lakers' JJ Redick Ties Pat Riley Feat With Historic First Season

First-year Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick finds himself uniquely positioned to enjoy one of the better debut seasons for an L.A. coach in a good long while.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

The Sun Sets on the Rockets’ Stellar Regular Season

The Houston Rockets have finally arrived at the final day of the regular season. They battled to their best season in years, and they've earned a trip to the playoffs as the No.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 12

Nuggets take aim at West's No. 4 seed with win against Rockets

The Houston Rockets have already earned the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference heading into the last game of the regular season. Their opponent, though, is still fighting for their postseason future.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 11

3 Changes Suns Could Make This Offseason

A tenuous summer is looming for the Phoenix Suns. The Suns were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a loss at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night, capping off a season that saw Phoenix fail to approach a winning record.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 4

Suns Buy/Sell: Star's Future, Next Season and More

The 2024-25 season is winding down for the Phoenix Suns. A little over a week and six games remain in the season that has turned into a worst-case scenario for a franchise that has been shooting to contend for most of the decade.