Rockets Defeat Warriors 106-96, Limit Curry to 3 Points

The Houston Rockets secured a dominant 106-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors, snapping the Warriors' five-game winning streak and solidifying their position as the second seed in the Western Conference. Key performances included Dillon Brooks leading the Rockets with 24 points and Jalen Green contributing 21 points, including a crucial 10-point push in the fourth quarter. Notably, the Rockets' defense, spearheaded by Amen Thompson, held superstar Stephen Curry to just three points on 1-of-10 shooting, marking the lowest scoring output of Curry's career in games played over 30 minutes. The win improved the Rockets to 52-27, while the Warriors fell to 46-32, complicating their playoff positioning. Despite the loss, Curry did surpass Reggie Miller on the NBA's career scoring list, entering 24th place. Houston's impressive defensive strategy and offensive execution were pivotal in this matchup as they prepare for the playoffs.