SAN FRANCISCO, USA – November 27, 2025 – The Golden State Warriors outlasted the Houston Rockets 118-115 in overtime during Wednesday's NBA Cup group stage at Chase Center, boosting their playoff hopes.
Stephen Curry erupted for 42 points, including a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer. Klay Thompson added 25, with 10 assists, exploiting Houston's perimeter defense.
Rockets' Jalen Green led with 35 points, but a turnover in the final seconds handed momentum to Golden State. Alperen Sengun notched 18 points and 12 rebounds.
Warriors trailed by 12 in the third, but a 22-8 run flipped the script. Overtime saw Curry's heroics shine, capping a 15-4 close.
Coach Steve Kerr praised Curry's resilience post-injury. Ime Udoka lamented execution errors for Houston.
This victory evens Warriors' group at 2-2; Rockets slip to 1-3. Next, Golden State faces Kings.
Attendance topped 18,000, with fans roaring Curry's return. Broadcasts hit record views.
