On April 6, 2025, the Houston Rockets orchestrated a remarkably effective 106-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors in a performance that reflected the unity of a well-trained orchestra. Houston’s performance at San Francisco’s Chase Center showed not only their superior athletic ability but also their strategic maturity by ending the Warriors’ five-game winning streak, which may be a sign of the intensity of the postseason.
It played out like a well-planned game of chess. Every rotation was purposefully timed, and every move was measured. With 24 points, Dillon Brooks led the attack and used surprisingly effective shot selection to break through the Warriors defense. Houston’s versatile anchor in the paint, Alperen Sengun, contributed 19 points and 14 rebounds in a performance that was both physically dominant and technically accurate, particularly when playing defense.
Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors – Match Player Stats (April 6, 2025)
🔥 Key Player Statistics
| Team | Player | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT | STL | BLK | TO | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockets | Dillon Brooks | 24 | 3 | 1 | 10/13 | 1/2 | 3/4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +11 |
| Alperen Sengun | 19 | 14 | 4 | 8/15 | 1/1 | 2/2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +9 | |
| Jalen Green | 21 | 4 | 2 | 7/16 | 3/7 | 4/6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +7 | |
| Jabari Smith Jr. | 16 | 5 | 2 | 6/10 | 2/4 | 2/2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +4 | |
| Fred VanVleet | 12 | 6 | 8 | 5/11 | 2/5 | 0/0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +5 | |
| Warriors | Jonathan Kuminga | 33 | 6 | 2 | 13/22 | 3/6 | 4/6 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -7 |
| Andrew Wiggins | 23 | 9 | 2 | 8/15 | 3/4 | 4/7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -5 | |
| Buddy Hield | 20 | 5 | 1 | 7/14 | 4/8 | 2/2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | |
| Brandin Podziemski | 19 | 4 | 3 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 4/4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -6 | |
| Kevon Looney | 8 | 11 | 3 | 3/5 | 0/0 | 2/2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | -3 |
Jalen Green scored 21 points and was especially nimble and calm. Amen Thompson’s lockdown defense, however, was particularly noteworthy because it held Steph Curry to just 3 points on 1-for-10 shooting. That startling statistic was enough to say it all. Usually an unstoppable marksman, Curry was particularly irritated and remarkably restrained.
The setting added a special significance to this victory. Chase Center had not seen a Rockets victory since February 2020. They demonstrated a markedly higher degree of confidence and chemistry by being able to not only compete but also convincingly end the game. Houston transformed a difficult road game into an unforeseen crucial win, much like a team that had finally realized its own potential.
The Warriors were held to 41.6% from the field and 20 turnovers were forced by Houston’s extremely effective defensive structure. After weeks of honing their tactics, the Rockets performed with a composed perseverance. Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. led their equally aggressive and remarkably well-organized rebounding.
There were moments of genius for the Warriors. A much-needed spark was provided by Jonathan Kuminga’s 33 points, and Andrew Wiggins contributed 23 points and nine rebounds. However, Golden State’s offense lacked its distinctive coherence in the absence of Curry’s typical rhythm. Despite his 12 rebounds, Brandin Podziemski was unable to restore equilibrium to the game.
In the long run, this game might be a pivotal moment in the Rockets’ history. They seem to be evolving from a youthful team that was formerly infamous for its inconsistency into one with a distinct identity—one centered on cooperation, physical protection, and emotionally strong leadership. The maturation arcs observed in previous dynasties seem remarkably similar to their journey from rebuilding to contending.
