Warriors and Rockets set for Game 7 showdown
It's all about the thrilling showdown between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors, right here in the NBA first-round playoffs, with Game 7 set to decide their fate!
The Rockets, seeded second, edged past the seventh-seeded Warriors in Game 6, securing a 3-3 series tie during the game in San Francisco, California on May 3 (PH time). Star player Fred VanVleet excelled with 29 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds, while Alperen Sengun delivered 21 points and 14 rebounds for the Rockets.
With Game 7 scheduled for Monday (PH time) in Texas, the Rockets will reclaim the home court advantage. The Warriors have suffered from a series of home court jinxes, losing 13 straight games in their own arena, the Chase Center.
The Warriors managed to win the series 3-1, but the Rockets narrowly avoided a sweep, clinching two consecutive victories[2][5]. Jimmy Butler remains hopeful they can pull off a comeback, stating, "We'll be fine, we've just got to continue to make the right play, time after time after time." He further encourages his team to focus on their own game, emphasizing, "If we do that then we're going to be fine."
Stephen Curry acknowledged their struggles, stating, "You have to make shots at the end of the day," while reminding his team of the difficulties in maintaining a winning streak. "Winning is hard and sustaining it is hard... If you want to win at the highest level, you have to embrace the hard." Despite his 29 points, Curry struggled on the court, making only 9 out of 23 shots and 6 out of 16 three-pointers. Butler contributed 27 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists for the Warriors.
The Rockets, having secured a 3-3 tie with the Warriors in Game 6, aim to capitalize on their home court advantage in Game 7, scheduled in Texas on Monday. The Warriors, despite winning the series 3-1, were once on a streak of losing 13 consecutive games at their own arena, the Chase Center.
The upcoming game reminds us of the Superbalita game of basketball in Cebu, where the team that embraces the challenges will come out victorious. Fans are eagerly anticipating the climax of this thrilling NBA playoff series.
Jimmy Butler remains hopeful for the Rockets, stating that they can pull off a comeback by making the right plays. Stephen Curry, on the other hand, acknowledged the Warriors' struggles, emphasizing the importance of making shots and maintaining a winning streak.
As the game approaches, fans in both the Houston area and the Philippines are buoyed by the prospect of witnessing another unforgettable showdown between these two formidable teams. The sport of basketball never fails to deliver excitement, and this Game 7 promises to be no exception.
In the spirit of sportsmanship, it's crucial to support our favorite teams, whether they're the Rockets or the Warriors. Let's embrace the spirit of healthy competition and enjoy this thrilling Game 7 to its fullest!
