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Warriors vs. Rockets Preview – Battle Heats Up With Warriors Desperate for Revenge, Rockets Chase Another Upset

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The Golden State Warriors are down for the fight after how the second game went by in Houston. With players talking aggressively and making digs off the court, the on court action is set to heat up. With the series moving to the Bay Area, Golden State will look to avenge all that has gone by in the Playoffs so far.

Golden State Warriors Preview

GSW have been good in the Playoffs series so far. Despite their loss in the second game, the Warriors showed no signs of giving up. The visitors lost their track after Jimmy Butler’s brutal pelvic injury. Given Brandon Podzemski’s illness as well, the Warriors weren’t really favorites to win the game.

Warriors despite every little thing going against them stayed in the game till the fourth quarter. It was not a blowout loss for the Golden State, despite them having their second string lineup on the court. However, things are expected to change for good given Butler’s positive injury report and a rousing home crowd ready to latch on the inexperienced Rockets.

Steph demonstrates to the refs what the Rockets are doing to him 😅 pic.twitter.com/uy9lMzgEXX
— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) April 24, 2025

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Houston Rockets Preview

The Rockets made a comeback into the playoffs’ series with a crucial home court win on Wednesday. Though, the Warriors are still ahead in terms of advantage, having won on the road once. However, the Houston Rockets can reverse this by pulling off a win at the Chase Center.

Given the young roster, the playoff atmosphere of the Bay Area may as well get under the skin of players. It is to be seen how well the youngsters handle the nerves and come out of the road trip.

Warriors vs. Rockets Injury Report

Golden State Warriors

Jimmy Butler is a huge doubt for game 4 against the Houston Rockets after a bad fall in the previous game. He is not expected to miss the rest of the series after a positive MRI report. While, Gary Payton II is also under day-to-day observation due to a right shoulder strain.

Houston Rockets

Jae’Sean Tate and Jock Landale remain out of the Saturday night game due to injuries. Jock Landale is ruled out due to a knee issue, while Jae’Sean Tate is out with an ankle problem.

Warriors vs. Rockets: H2H

The Golden State Warriors have an upper hand against the Houston Rockets this season. Both the sides have taken on each other 6 times so far, with Warriors emerging victorious on 4 accounts while Houston Rockets on 3 accounts.