The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets are going head-to-head in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs. It's an intriguing matchup featuring proven playoff veterans for Golden State and a talented young core for Houston.

The Houston Rockets face the Golden State Warriors in a critical Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs. Here’s how the outcome of this high-stakes matchup could shape their postseason journey. The Houston Rockets host the Golden State Warriors tonight at the Toyota Center in a must-win Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs.

Stephen Curry eventually found his shooting groove and got hot while Houston tried everything to stop him, finishing with 36 points, nine assists and seven rebounds to lead the Golden State Warriors past the Rockets 104-93 for a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.