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Stephen Curry Leads Warriors to Game 3 Victory Without Jimmy Butler

Golden State takes a 2-1 series lead over Houston as Curry scores 36 points and key bench players step up in Butler's absence.

Overview

  • Stephen Curry scored 36 points, along with nine assists and seven rebounds, to propel the Warriors to a 104-93 win over the Rockets in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series.
  • Golden State played without Jimmy Butler, sidelined by a pelvic and deep gluteal contusion sustained in Game 2, though he is expected to return for Game 4.
  • Buddy Hield contributed 17 points off the bench, hitting five 3-pointers, while Gary Payton II scored 11 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter during a decisive stretch.
  • Draymond Green's defensive efforts, combined with improved rebounding and contributions from role players, helped the Warriors overcome Houston's physical defense.
  • The Rockets' attempts to double-team Curry created opportunities for other Warriors players, highlighting Curry's ability to adapt and lead under pressure.