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Rockets Fall to Warriors in Game 1 as Shooting Woes Define Playoff Return

Houston's backcourt struggles and Golden State's playoff poise highlight a 95-85 loss in the Rockets' first postseason game since 2020.

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) tries to control the ball from Golden State Warriors defense in the first half of Game 1 of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at the Toyotal Center in Houston on Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengün (28) dunks the ball over Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first half of Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series at Toyota Center in Houston, Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Fans take their seats before Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series at Toyota Center in Houston, Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) is pressured by Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) during the first half of Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series at Toyota Center in Houston, Sunday, April 20, 2025.

Overview

  • The Houston Rockets lost 95-85 to the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series at the Toyota Center.
  • Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet combined for just 7-of-34 shooting, drawing sharp criticism from TNT analysts for their offensive inefficiency.
  • Alperen Şengün was a standout for Houston, leading the team with 26 points and nine rebounds in his playoff debut.
  • Stephen Curry showcased his playoff experience, scoring a game-high 31 points and delivering key shots to secure the Warriors' victory.
  • Coach Ime Udoka emphasized the need for offensive adjustments, particularly in spacing and shot selection, while lauding the team's defensive effort.