The Golden State Warriors edged out the Houston Rockets 109-106 in a nail-biting Game 4, seizing a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. But the spotlight wasn’t just on the Warriors’ late-game heroics-Houston’s rising star Amen Thompson delivered another standout performance, keeping the Rockets in contention until the final seconds
Jimmy Butler, returning from a pelvic injury, led Golden State with 27 points, including clutch free throws in the final minute. Brandin Podziemski added 2, while Stephen Curry finished with 17 points. The Warriors’ defense held firm as Fred VanVleet missed a contested three at the buzzer, sealing the win
For Houston, Alperen Sengun dominated with 31 points and 10 rebounds. VanVleet contributed 26 points, and Amen Thompson posted 17 points and nine rebounds, showcasing his ability to impact big games even as a sophomore. Thompson’s relentless drives and rebounding helped the Rockets stay close, but Houston’s struggles at the free-throw line-making just 19 of 31-proved costly
The series now shifts back to Houston for Game 5, where the Rockets will look to extend their season. Can Thompson and the Rockets force a Game 6, or will the Warriors close it out on the road? The answer awaits.
