Rockets Edge Warriors 91-90 in Quarterfinals

The Houston Rockets achieved a significant victory over the Golden State Warriors, defeating them 91-90 in the NBA Cup quarterfinals, marking their first win against the Warriors since February 2020. Jalen Green sealed the game with two free throws in the final moments, while Alperen Şengün led Houston with 26 points and 11 rebounds. The Rockets' defense was pivotal, forcing 22 turnovers and holding Stephen Curry to just 19 points. Despite a late six-point lead, the Warriors fell apart, failing to score in the last 3:03 of the game. The victory sends the Rockets to Las Vegas for the semifinals, where they will face the Oklahoma City Thunder. Meanwhile, the Warriors, now at 14-10, will regroup before their next game against the Dallas Mavericks on December 19.