Warriors Overcome Rockets' 4th Quarter Surge To Secure Overtime Victory
### Thrilling Overtime Battle in Houston
In a highly anticipated matchup in Houston, the Golden State Warriors faced off against the Houston Rockets in a thrilling overtime battle. The Warriors, seeking to extend their winning streak to six games, faced a determined Rockets team eager to snap their own losing streak.
As the game tipped off, the Warriors emerged with a strong start, dominating the first half with crisp passing and efficient shooting. Stephen Curry led the charge with 25 points in the first two quarters, while Klay Thompson contributed 20. The Rockets, meanwhile, struggled to keep up with the Warriors' relentless pace, trailing by 15 points at the break.
However, in the second half, the Rockets began to rally behind the leadership of James Harden and Russell Westbrook. Harden exploded for 27 points in the third quarter, bringing the Rockets within striking distance. Westbrook added 18 points and 10 rebounds, keeping the Warriors' defense on their toes.
As the fourth quarter commenced, the Rockets continued to surge, outscoring the Warriors by 10 points in the final period. With just seconds remaining and the game tied at 108, Harden drew a foul on Curry and calmly sank both free throws to put the Rockets ahead.
However, the Warriors refused to go down without a fight. Curry responded with a clutch three-pointer with just 0.9 seconds left, sending the game into overtime.
In the extra period, the Warriors regained their composure and outplayed the Rockets in all facets. Curry scored 6 points in overtime, while Thompson added 4. The Rockets, led by Harden's 5 points, fought valiantly but ultimately fell short.
Closing Moments Seal Victory
With the clock winding down in overtime, the Warriors found themselves with a 116-113 lead. Curry, with ice in his veins, sank two free throws to extend the Warriors' advantage to 5 points.
On the Rockets' final possession, Harden attempted a desperation three-pointer, but his shot was off the mark. The buzzer sounded, and the Warriors celebrated their hard-fought overtime victory.
Curry finished the game with a game-high 40 points, while Thompson added 28. Harden led the Rockets with 39 points, while Westbrook recorded 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.