Golden State Warriors

Golden State hosts the Minnesota Timberwolves after Klay Thompson scored 42 points in the Golden State Warriors' 116-101 win against the Houston Rockets.

The Timberwolves won the last matchup 119-114 in overtime on Feb. 2, with D'Angelo Russell scoring 29 points in the victory. The Timberwolves have gone 22-19 against Western Conference opponents. Edwards is scoring 25.0 points per game and averaging 5.9 rebounds for the Timberwolves. Minnesota ranks eighth in the league scoring 54.2 points per game in the paint led by Anthony Edwards averaging 10.4. Golden State Warriors (30-30, ninth in the Western Conference)

Warriors star Klay Thompson absolutely went off on Friday night, hitting no less than 12 triples against the Rockets.

Klay will want to keep his foot on the gas when the Dubs return to action on Sunday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Klay ended up with a mind-blowing 12 3-pointers on the evening, en route to setting a new NBA record with the most games with 12 or more triples. [Stephen Curry](/nba/players/b95c09e7/stephen-curry) was hyped on the sidelines as he watched his Slpash Brother light up the Rockets. [February 25, 2023] Klay Thompson went on another one of his scorching runs and it was pure poetry in motion. [Klay Thompson](https://clutchpoints.com/warriors-news-klay-thompsons-defiant-stance-on-dubs-continued-struggles) knew what was at stake on Friday against the Houston Rockets and he made sure that the Dubs would not go home defeated.

The NBA trade deadline is only just in the rearview mirror, but that hasn't stopped some already looking towards what may happen during the offseason.

It’s also important to note that the 2024 and 2025 first-round picks are via Toronto and Atlanta, making them less attractive than if they were based on the Spurs’ finishing position. Below is how Piercey thinks a trade could shape up between Golden State and the San Antonio Spurs. Poole is set to make $27.5 million next season, while McDermott and Graham are under contract for just under $26 million combined.

Without their starting backcourt, the Houston Rockets will attempt to end their seven-game losing streak Friday night against the Warriors.

The Golden State Warriors will play against the Houston Rockets tonight at 7:00pm PT in San Francisco. Find additional game information and more here.

Although they are expected to be underhanded once again, their depth usually surprises in games like this, so look for them to take advantage of this golden bounce back opportunity. Things were not going pretty for the Rockets before the break as the team is 2-8 in their last 10 including losers of their last seven. The latest matchup between the two teams was played on Dec. The game will be played at 7:00 PM PT in San Francisco and can be watched on NBC Sports Bay Area. Houston, meanwhile, will be playing in their first game back since the All-Star Break. Golden State and Houston has played each other twice this season.

The Golden State Warriors host the Houston Rockets for a western battle! It's time to continue our NBA odds series with a Rockets-Warriors prediction and ...

This is a great time to play through the young frontcourt in Jabari Smith Jr. It’s going to take a lot of effort from the reserves tonight if they want a shot at beating the reigning champs. are out for tonight to make matters even worse for the Rockets. Those two combine for 41 points as they have pretty much been a majority of the offense all year long for the Rockets. The Rockets are one of four teams that are in the hunt for Victor Wembanyama. It’s time to continue our NBA odds [series](https://clutchpoints.com/betting) with a Rockets-Warriors prediction and pick.

Analyzing Friday's Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Able to suit up just 11 players in the absence of Stephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins and four others, the Warriors trailed by as many as 28 points in losing badly on ...

But Green will join Curry on the sidelines this time around, having suffered a strained left groin in Houston's most recent outing, a 133-96 shellacking at the hands of the host Oklahoma City Thunder on Feb. Both also were played without Curry, who stayed home from the All-Star Game festivities in an effort to accelerate his recovery from a slightly torn ligament in his left knee. Golden State lost to the Clippers, 134-124, in the final game before the All-Star break.

We have finally hit one of the best stretches in sports and that is the end of the basketball season. With a handful of college games left, as well as NBA, ...

[Kevon Looney](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/kevon-looney) [Draymond Green](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/draymond-green) [Anthony Lamb](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/anthony-lamb) [Klay Thompson](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/klay-thompson) [Jordan Poole](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/jordan-poole) [Alperen Sengun](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/alperen-sengun) [Josh Christopher](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/josh-christopher) They benefit in this matchup against the worst offense in the league as the Rockets lack of facilitation has led to low quality possessions and prolonged scoring lulls. That side has drastically dropped in production, hovering around average to below average at best. The Rockets have been in the midst of a free fall throughout the course of the year, firmly in the Victor sweepstakes. There are a lot of intriguing options to combine them with, but I will go with the New York Knicks as they are also in a must win situation and are going against the Wizards who may be without Bradley Beal. This is an intriguing time of the year with the contrast of playoff contenders and those who are tanking for better odds in the NBA Draft lottery.

The Golden State Warriors' return from the all-star break didn't go too well. They lost, 124-11 to the Lakers in Los Angeles to fall under .500 59 game...

So, with Eric Gordon now a Clipper, Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. The lineup that the Warriors are currently running out isn’t going to strike fear in many teams, maybe not even the Rockets. The Warriors are 10th in the Western Conference and their title defense season could leave them in the play-in tournament if things don’t turn around soon.

The Houston Rockets (13-45) will be squaring off with the Golden State Warriors (29-30) on Friday at Chase Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET.

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Klay Thompson scored 42 points and matched his season high with 12 3-pointers, leading the undermanned Golden State Warriors past the Houston Rockets ...

... The Warriors had scored at least 120 points in each of the previous three meetings with the Rockets. ... Houston hasn’t beaten the Warriors since a 135-105 win on Feb. 4 in a collision while defending McKinley Wright IV as he drove to the basket. His left hand is in a soft cast and he’s wearing a walking boot on his right foot. Thompson shot 12 for 19 — all of his made shots coming from long range — and helped Golden State get rolling beginning the second on a 18-5 burst to build a 44-31 lead. Warriors: Golden State missed scoring at least 122 points in a seventh straight home game. “I would appreciate all the positive prayers. Jordan Poole’s 38-footer beat the halftime buzzer to put Golden State ahead 66-49 at the break, and he scored 15. “I’m really happy for Klay, he’s put in the work. Curry, the reigning NBA Finals MVP, has sat out the past seven games with a left leg injury after getting hurt against Dallas on Feb. KJ Martin had 22 points and eight rebounds, TyTy Washington Jr. “I don’t like to talk about vintage me or am I my old self?” Thompson said.

Klay needed just 19 field-goal attempts to rack up more than 40 points on Friday night.

While the Rockets are from top-tier competition, the fact that Baldwin gave the Warriors some solid rotation minutes is a promising sign for the young big. Klay finished the game with 42 points on 12-for-19 shooting from the field. immediately answered with a three, and a barrage from Thompson early in the fourth put the game out of reach. The Rockets prevented the Warriors from fully putting the game away until the final few minutes of the fourth quarter, but they also never cut their deficit to fewer than 8 points. Then, Golden State started the second quarter on a 18-5 run and never looked back. Things looked worrisome early for the Warriors early, when the Rockets jumped out to a 12-5 lead.

KJ Martin had 22 points and eight rebounds, TyTy Washington scored 15 and Jae'Sean Tate 14 for the NBA-worst Rockets (13-46), who lost their eighth straight and ...

... The Warriors had scored at least 120 points in each of the previous three meetings with the Rockets. ... Houston hasn't beaten the Warriors since a 135-105 win on Feb. Warriors: Golden State missed scoring at least 122 points in a seventh straight home game. Thompson shot 12 for 19 — all of his made shots coming from long range — and helped Golden State get rolling beginning the second on a 18-5 burst to build a 44-31 lead. 4 in a collision while defending McKinley Wright IV as he drove to the basket. “I would appreciate all the positive prayers. Longtime Warriors and 49ers team pastor Earl Smith is healing from being hit by an Uber driver while attending the All-Star Game in Utah. “I’m doing better," Smith said by text to the AP. Jordan Poole's 38-footer beat the halftime buzzer to put Golden State ahead 66-49 at the break, and he scored 15. “I’m really happy for Klay, he’s put in the work. "I just think I'm being myself and I was capable of these things in the past and as long as my wrists still work, my feet work, I'll forever be able to shoot the rock." KJ Martin had 22 points and eight rebounds, TyTy Washington Jr.

Klay Thompson's 42 points and 12 made threes lifted the Golden State Warriors to a crucial 116-101 win over the Houston Rockets on Friday night.

made the most of rare meaningful minutes with 11 points (3-for-5 from three) off the bench. The four-time champion returned to arrest any concern, scoring 13 points in the less than four minutes to quickly extend the lead back to 18. Anxiety bubbled in the building early as Houston jumped out to a 12-5 lead to start the game.