Warriors Edge Rockets as Steph Curry and Brandin Podziemski Shine
The Golden State Warriors wrapped up their six-game road trip with a much-needed win, taking down the Houston Rockets 105-98 in a gritty battle. This victory sends them into the All-Star break on a high note, improving to 3-1 in the Jimmy Butler III era. Given the exhaustion from their road schedule and the whirlwind of the trade deadline, this was a true test of resilience—and the Warriors delivered.
Let’s talk about the stars of the night. Steph Curry, as always, led the charge. Even on the second night of a back-to-back, he found a way to push through fatigue and finish with 27 points. It was clear he was running on fumes in the second half, but when the game was on the line, Curry did what he does best—knocking down clutch shots and sealing the win. His shooting efficiency (7-for-17 overall, 5-for-13 from three) wasn’t his absolute best, but his leadership and composure kept Golden State in control.
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Then there’s Brandin Podziemski. The rookie stepped up in a big way, logging nearly 40 minutes and bringing relentless energy, especially in the fourth quarter. He finished with 18 points, five rebounds, four assists, and a handful of defensive plays that helped the Warriors hold off Houston’s late push. Safe to say, his move into the starting lineup isn’t going to be reversed anytime soon.
Jimmy Butler III wasn’t at his sharpest offensively, scoring 19 points on 6-for-15 shooting, but his toughness, rebounding, and defense were crucial. Draymond Green also played a key role, stuffing the stat sheet with 13 points, eight assists, and stellar defense against Houston’s Alperen Şengün. Moses Moody continues to prove his value, bringing energy and effort on both ends of the floor while contributing 10 points.
Kevon Looney quietly did the dirty work, grabbing nine rebounds in just 16 minutes despite battling foul trouble. Meanwhile, Buddy Hield struggled to find his rhythm, scoring only two points in limited minutes after being moved to the bench.
This was one of those games that showcased the Warriors’ depth and resilience. They were clearly exhausted, but their ability to dig deep and execute late in the game made the difference. The chemistry between Curry and Butler is growing, Podziemski is emerging as a reliable contributor, and the team as a whole is finding its groove at the right time.
into the All-Star break, the Warriors sit at 27-27, right at .500. There’s still plenty of work to do in the second half of the season, but if they can build off this momentum and keep integrating Butler into the system, they’ll be a dangerous team to watch down the stretch.
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