Live Stream Free: First Round Game 5 Match-up between Warriors and Rockets
Layin' the Smackdown: Warriors @ Rockets Game 5 Preview
It's a battle of Bay Area rivals as the Golden State Warriors (52-35, 44-41-2 ATS) go toe-to-toe with the Houston Rockets (53-33, 45-41 ATS) in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Here's everything you need to know to catch the action, along with exclusive betting insights!
How to Watch Warriors vs. Rockets Game 5
📅 Game Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
🕙 Tip-off: 7:30 p.m. ET
🏟 Venue: Toyota Center | Houston, Texas
📺 TV Channel(s): TNT, truTV
💻 Watch Warriors vs. Rockets Free Live Stream: Jazz Sports
🎲 Warriors vs. Rockets Game 5 Odds: Warriors +4 (-105) | Rockets -4 (+115)
Warriors vs. Rockets Injuries
🦴 Golden State Warriors Injury Report
- SF Jimmy Butler III (pelvis; probable)
🦴 Houston Rockets Injury Report
- SF Jae'Sean Tate (ankle; out indefinitely)
Game Preview
With a commanding 3-1 lead, the Golden State Warriors aim to clinch the series in Houston. Jimmy Butler was the standout performer in Game 4, scoring 27 points, snatching 5 rebounds, and dishing out 6 assists to lead the Dubs to a win.
The Rockets are struggling lately, going 1-6 in their last seven games, but they've shown they can compete. They boast a stellar record at home (30-13) and a strong track record when favored (43-14). Nevertheless, the Dubs have outscored Houston by nine points throughout the series so far.
Coach Ime Udoka acknowledges the Rockets' struggles but believes they can turn things around with better consistency. According to ESPN's Basketball Power Index, Houston has a 52% chance of winning Game 5.
Betting Trends
📊 Houston opened as 2.5-point favorites before shifting to -4, while analysts suggest Golden State +4 offers value[1][3]. Multiple experts recommend backing the Warriors +4[3][4].
Betting apps such as DraftKings feature Houston at -180 moneyline and Golden State at +150[3]. Prop markets may focus on Klay Thompson's rebound count, with the sharpshooter averaging 6+ rebounds in three games this series[2].
[1] NBA betting trends: Warriors vs. Rockets Game 5, April 30
[2] Warriors vs. Rockets props: Betcha won't see these Houston Rockets player props for Game 5
[3] Warriors vs. Rockets Game 5 expert picks and predictions: SportsLine's advanced computer model simulated the basketball game 10,000 times
[4] Warriors vs. Rockets Game 5 Expert Picks, Predictions and Odds
- The Golden State Warriors, aiming to clinch the series, will descend upon Houston's Toyota Center for Game 5 of their playoff series against the Rockets.
- Jimmy Butler, the standout performer in the previous game, scored 27 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and provided 6 assists to lead the Warriors to victory.
- Despite the Rockets' recent struggles, they boast a strong home record of 30-13 and have a track record of success when favored (43-14).
- Basketball analysts suggest that betting on the Warriors at +4 points offers value in Game 5.
- Some prop markets may focus on Klay Thompson's rebound count, with the sharpshooter averaging 6 or more rebounds in three games of this series.
- In their Game 5 expert picks and predictions, some analysts recommend backing the Warriors at +4.
- Fans can watch the game live on TNT, truTV, or via a free stream on Jazz Sports, with the Warriors currently offered at +150 on betting apps like DraftKings.
