Rockets Roll Warriors, 107-86
The Houston Rockets defeated the visiting Golden State Warriors, 107-86, at Toyota Center on Thursday.

It's rare to see the Warriors offense struggle so immensely, as this was easily their lowest point total of the season. In fact, the Rockets held the Warriors to just 32-of-76 from the field and 4-of-18 from three-point range while winning the turnover differential, 16-5. The decisive stretch was in the fourth quarter, as Houston scored 21 unanswered points after Golden State hit the opening bucket of the quarter. The Rockets were in control before that though, as they held a double-digit lead for the final 20 minutes of play.

The Warriors (12-4) starters combined for just 40 points, as Kevin Durant led the way with 20 points, five rebounds and two assists. Klay Thompson finished with 10 points. three rebounds and two blocks. Draymond Green failed to score, as he committed five turnovers while also providing five rebounds and five assists. Kevon Looney led the bench with 12 points and five rebounds. This is the first game since 2013 that the Warriors starters did not hit a three-pointer.

The Rockets (7-7) were led by James Harden, as he tallied 27 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals. Chris Paul accrued 10 points, five rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks. James Ennis III amassed 19 points and five boards. Eric Gordon led the bench with 17 points and three assists. Clint Capela totaled 10 points and 10 boards en route to a double-double.

Both teams return to action on Saturday, with Golden State traveling to face the Dallas Mavericks and Houston playing host to the Sacramento Kings.
Posted on: 11/15/2018 7:32 PM
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