Rockets Earn CLUTCH Win Vs Warriors As Kevin Durant & Alperen Sengun SPOIL Stephen Curry's RETURN

Houston Rockets edge Golden State Warriors in a heart-stopping 117-116 finish as Alperen Şengün and Kevin Durant execute flawless crunch-time offense. Can the Rockets’ emerging Big Three power them deep into the playoffs—with the third seed still within reach. Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Houston’s resilience against Steph Curry’s return, spotlighting Jabari Smith Jr.’s elite shooting and Amen Thompson’s stifling perimeter defense. Key takeaways include the Rockets’ responses to relentless Warriors’ runs, effective adjustments by coach Ime Udoka, and ongoing concerns about bench production and late-game execution. Plus, analysis of Houston’s defensive strategy against backdoor cuts and how floor spacing unlocked critical moments down the stretch. Where do the Rockets stack up as the postseason looms?