Rockets Push Warriors to the Brink After Gritty Game 6 Victory
The Houston Rockets weren’t ready to give up just yet. With their backs against the wall, they stormed past the Golden State Warriors 115-107 in a fierce Game 6 matchup, keeping their playoff hopes alive and forcing the series into a sudden-death Game 7 back in Houston. The atmosphere was electric as both teams fought not just for survival, but for a shot at the next round.
Fred VanVleet turned in a monster performance when it mattered most, showing why the Rockets prized his experience. He dropped 29 points while also stacking up 8 assists and 8 rebounds. Every time Houston needed a big play, VanVleet was there—draining threes, dishing precision passes, and keeping the offense humming through the tension of the fourth quarter.
Alperen Sengun, the Rockets’ young big man, was a force in the paint. He put up an impressive 21 points and snatched 14 rebounds, cleaning up missed shots and creating tons of second-chance opportunities. His energy ignited the crowd and gave Houston the physical edge they needed to break open a tight game after halftime.
Curry’s Heroics Not Enough as Warriors’ Offense Stalls
On the other side, the Warriors pinned their hopes on Stephen Curry, who finished with 29 points. But it was far from a vintage Curry game. He struggled with his shooting, hitting just 9 of his 23 attempts. Early on, he looked like he might get hot, but as the Rockets threw everything at him defensively, his rhythm disappeared.
The real heartbreak for Golden State fans came in the final quarter. The Warriors, usually so crisp when the pressure is highest, went ice-cold when it counted. They missed 13 straight shots, a brutal scoring drought that let Houston seize control. All the usual ball movement and outside shooting deserted them just as Houston dug in for the win.
Houston’s defense deserves a lot of credit for that defensive stand. They clogged passing lanes, fought through screens, and forced the Warriors into tough, contested shots. When Golden State’s looks wouldn’t fall, the Rockets capitalized in transition and with timely threes from their role players.
With the series tied and Game 7 set to tip off in Houston, nobody’s backing off. The Rockets carry the momentum and home court with all eyes now on whether they can finish the job, or if the Warriors will reclaim their reputation for stepping up when the pressure peaks. The tension is off the charts—this is playoff basketball at its best.
