Overview

• The Golden State Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets 103-89 in Game 7, led by Buddy Hield's 33 points and a record-tying nine three-pointers.
• Denver Nuggets advanced to the Western Conference semifinals by routing the Los Angeles Clippers 120-101 in Game 7, with six players scoring 15+ points, an NBA playoff first.
• Stephen Curry overcame a slow start in Game 7 to contribute 22 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists, as the Warriors capitalized on their collective playoff experience.
• The Indiana Pacers opened the Eastern Conference second round with a 121-112 road upset over the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers, fueled by Tyrese Haliburton's 22 points and 13 assists.
• Denver will face the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Golden State will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference semifinals, with both series beginning this week.