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NBA Playoffs: Rockets vs. Warriors in a critical Game 2

At the risk of hyperbole... this is a must win for the Rockets Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network, TNT/Max/truTV Radio: SportsTalk790

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Rockets Need Veterans to Bounce Back vs. Warriors

Two off-seasons ago, the Rockets made the then-unpopular decision to sign Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks to hefty, longer-term contracts in free agency. At the time, it seemed a corner-cutting move designed simply to get Houston back to the postseason by any means necessary.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / April 23

Three things the Rockets need to do different to win Game two

Houston didn’t perform well at all in game one, here’s some flaws they can fix to have a chance at tying the series 1-1 Game one was one to forget for the Houston Rockets.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA postseason assist leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple NBA scoring titles' quiz

Steph Curry News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Rockets Will Look to Limit Warriors’ Steph Curry in Game 2

Tonight, the Houston Rockets face off against the Golden State Warriors in an essential must-win Game 2. Golden State holds a 1-0 lead following Game 1, where the Rockets scored just 85 points in total on a slow scoring night.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

The Rockets Are Still Capable of Getting Hot

The Houston Rockets opened the postseason with a difficult loss against the Golden State Warriors. Houston's offense never got going as the Rockets scored their lowest single-game point total of the season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Rockets-Warriors Game 2 Hangs on the Shoulders of Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet

The Houston Rockets are undoubtedly in a must-win situation against the Golden State Warriors heading into Game 2 of this first-round series. With the Warriors up 1-0, having stolen Game 1 at the Toyota Center, the Rockets cannot afford to hit the road down 2-0.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Despite Loss, Alperen Sengun Had One of the Best Playoff Debuts in Rockets History

The Houston Rockets knew going into their series with the Golden State Warriors that they were going to have to play their best basketball of the season.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Rockets Can't Afford to Lose Game 2 vs. Warriors

The Houston Rockets aren't facing elimination in Game 2 against the Golden State Warriors, but they could benefit from a win to even the series. Sports Illustrated writer Nate Cunningham detailed the success rate for teams that start a series dropping the first two games.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / April 23

FanDuel offering the No Sweat Parlay for Rockets-Warriors Game 2

Get in on some betting action. Happy Game 2 of Rockets vs. Warriors. I am excited to let you all know that FanDuel is offering a special “No Sweat, Same Game” Parlay every weekend during the NBA Playoffs.

Jalen Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Houston Rockets: Jalen Green Must Step Up

The Houston Rockets fell, 95-85, in the first game of their NBA Playoffs to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Jalen Green underperformed, shooting 3-for-15 from the field and scoring only seven points in 31 minutes.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

Warriors May Be Too Much For Rockets

The Houston Rockets are already down 1-0 in their series against the Golden State Warriors, and they need a win in Game 2 to avoid digging themselves in a major hole.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 23

The Rockets Should Expect a Consistent Curry

Fans of the Houston Rockets during the late 2010s may have had flashbacks of Stephen Curry hitting back-breaking 3-pointers to end Houston's hopes of winning.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 23

Why Shooting May Not Be The Rockets’ Biggest Weakness

The Houston Rockets lost Game 1 of their first-round series versus the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Predictably, the Rockets shot very poorly, and G.O.A.T.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 22

Rockets’ Offense Will Be the Story of Game 2 vs. Warriors

If he wasn't already, Stephen Curry should be dubbed a 'Rockets killer.' The future Hall-of-Famer never seems to fall short of dominating the Houston Rockets in the playoffs, and Game 1 of this year's first-round series proved that wholeheartedly.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 22

Rockets look to bounce back in Game 2 vs. Warriors

Heading into a high-stakes Game 2, the host Houston Rockets are looking for more offensive production on Wednesday to avoid falling into a two-game hole against their Western Conference playoff counterpart, the Golden State Warriors.

Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / April 22

Former Rockets Players Explain Why Team Won't Pursue Kevin Durant

Former Houston Rockets players Lou Williams and Chandler Parsons recently shared their thoughts on the rumors linking the team with Kevin Durant. While discussing the matter on 'Run It Back', both players explained why Houston wouldn't continue to pursue the Suns forward.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Houston Rockets Have a Realistic Shot at the First Pick in the NBA Draft

The Houston Rockets will have a chance at the 1st pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Five ties among teams with identical regular season records were broken today through random drawings to determine the order of selection for the NBA Draft 2025 presented by State Farm.

Alperen Sengun News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Houston Rockets Alperen Sengun Shows Everybody Why He Was a All-Star in Playoff Debut

The Houston Rockets were defeated in the first game of the first round of the playoffs by the Golden State Warriors 95-85. Warriors now the lead in the best-of-five series 1-0.

Jimmy Butler News / Yardbarker / April 21

Jimmy Butler makes Warriors franchise history with playoff start

Jimmy Butler makes Warriors franchise history with electrifying playoff start

Butler’s influence was felt across all facets of the game, but it was his performance in the closing moments that truly captured the spotlight.

Warriors stifle Rockets offense in gritty Game 1 win

Breaking down the keys to the Rockets-Warriors first-round matchup

Steve Kerr had perfect summary for ugly Warriors-Rockets Game 1

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Rockets’ Ime Udoka issues clear demand to team after Alperen Sengun’s big playoff debut

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka was blunt after his team’s 95-85 loss to the Golden State Warriors. The Western Conference’s No. 2 seed dominated Game 1 from a physicality standpoint.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 21

Rockets Go Cold, Fall Flat in Game 1 Loss To Warriors’ Defense And Championship Grit

The Rockets came in hot. The crowd was jacked. Alperen Sengun baptized Draymond Green at the rim. And then… it all cooled off. Fast. The Warriors didn’t just steal Game 1 — they took it with clamps, control, and the cold-blooded calm of a team that’s been here before.

Steph Curry News / Yardbarker / April 21

Warriors' Stephen Curry gives Rockets rude welcome back to playoffs

The Houston Rockets tore their organization down to the ground, went through a full rebuild, and turned themselves back into a contender in relatively short order. Their reward for that quick turnaround: A first-round matchup against Stephen Curry.

Breaking down the keys to the Rockets-Warriors first-round matchup

Derrick White lifts Celtics to Game 1 win over Magic

Magic's league-leading defense a major letdown in Game 1 loss to Celtics

Despite underwhelming performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder destroy Grizzlies in Game 1

Athletes who were stars for their hometown pro teams

The 'Most recent MVP by NBA franchise' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Watch: Rockets' Alperen Sengun puts Draymond Green on poster

Alperen Sengun got his revenge on Draymond Green and then some during Sunday’s Game 1.

Breaking down the keys to the Rockets-Warriors first-round matchup

Despite underwhelming performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder destroy Grizzlies in Game 1

Thunder set record with blowout win over Grizzlies

Athletes who were stars for their hometown pro teams

The 'Most triple-doubles in NBA postseason history' quiz

Steven Adams News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Houston Rockets Steven Adams Expects the Crowd to ' Be Freaking Lit'

Houston Rockets reserve center Steven Adams is looking forward to his first playoffs with the Rockets. Adams has been a key member off the bench this season, allowing head coach Ime Udoka to play a big lineup at times.