US EditionVanVleet leads Rockets back from 3-1 deficit and into deciding Game 7 against Warriors
- The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-107 on Friday at the Warriors' Chase Center to force a decisive Game 7 in their Western Conference playoff series.
- The Rockets staged a comeback from a 3-1 series deficit, fueled by a strong defense and a crucial four-point play early in the fourth quarter that shifted momentum.
- Fred VanVleet led Houston with 29 points including six three-pointers, while Steven Adams had 17 points and three blocks providing key defensive presence off the bench.
- The Rockets executed a 12-0 run in the fourth quarter, pushing their lead as high as 17 points, while Stephen Curry scored 29 points but committed five turnovers and struggled to find support.
- The Rockets will host Game 7 on Sunday, aiming to become the 14th NBA team to overcome a 3-1 series deficit, with the winner advancing to face the Minnesota Timberwolves.
135 Articles
135 Articles
Fred VanVleet leads Rockets into deciding Game 7 against Warriors
HOUSTON (AP) — Fred VanVleet combined for 55 points in the last two games to lead the Houston Rockets back from a 3-1 deficit and force a deciding Game 7 against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night at home in their first-round playoff series. Now the question becomes if Postseason Fred and these scrappy, young Rockets can win a third straight game to finally vanquish longtime playoff nemesis Stephen Curry and Co. and advance to face Minnes…
The News-Herald
The Morning JournalOh, look: Warriors enter Game 7 vs. Rockets after taking a 3-1 series lead
By KRISTIE RIEKEN HOUSTON — Fred VanVleet combined for 55 points in the last two games to lead the Houston Rockets back from a 3-1 deficit and force a deciding Game 7 against the Golden State Warriors on May 3 at home in their first-round playoff series. Now the question becomes if Postseason Fred and these scrappy, young Rockets can win a third straight game to finally vanquish longtime playoff nemesis Stephen Curry and Co. and advance to face …
VanVleet leads Rockets back from 3-1 deficit and into deciding Game 7 against Warriors - Seymour Tribune
HOUSTON (AP) — Fred VanVleet combined for 55 points in the last two games to lead the Houston Rockets back from a 3-1 deficit and force a deciding Game 7 against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night at home in their first-round playoff series. Now the question becomes if Postseason Fred and these scrappy, young Rockets can win a third straight game to finally vanquish longtime playoff nemesis Stephen Curry and Co. and advance to face Minnes…
The Mercury news
Warriors want no part of this history (again): A look at the 13 NBA teams to blow a 3-1 series lead
The Warriors know all about blowing a 3-1 series lead. They can tell you about coming back from one, too. During their record 73-win regular season in 2015-16, they overcame such a deficit to stun the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference finals, only to have the same thing happen to them when the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied from a 3-1 hole to win the NBA title. Sunday in Houston, the Warriors will try to avoid becoming the 14th team i…
Houston Rockets Becomes Giant on His Visit to San Francisco and Force a Seventh Game against Golden State Warriors
Even though they were against the ropes, the Houston Rockets were still alive in the NBA Playoffs. The Texan franchise needed to win urgently against Golden State Warriors, in order to force a seventh match. And they succeeded. On their visit to the Chase Center in San Francisco, those led by Ime Udoka became giant and were left with the win with a score of 115-107. With stunning performances from the Fred Van Vleet base, which had 29 points, 9 …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 42% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
