The Houston Rockets kept their playoff hopes alive with a 131-116 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night at the Toyota Center, avoiding elimination in the first-round NBA playoff series.
Fred VanVleet led the charge for the Rockets, scoring 26 points, while Amen Thompson added 25 points, contributing to the team’s strong offensive performance. The victory ensures the series will continue, with Game 6 scheduled for Friday in San Francisco.
Alperen Sengun highlighted the team’s determination, saying, “Nobody wants to go home,” underscoring their resolve to fight for a chance to advance. Dillon Brooks praised Thompson’s defensive effort, noting his five steals and three blocks as a key factor in the win.
The Rockets’ victory follows a heated Game 4, where tensions flared between the two teams. The Warriors, now facing the pressure to win on their home court, will look to close out the series in Game 6. The outcome of the next game will determine whether the Rockets can force a Game 7 or if the Warriors will move on to the next round.
