Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets
The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets are two of the most successful teams in the NBA over the past decade. They have met in the Western Conference Finals three times in the past four years, with the Warriors winning each time.
The 2019 Western Conference Finals
The 2019 Western Conference Finals was a rematch of the 2018 Western Conference Finals, which the Warriors won in five games. The Rockets were hoping to avenge that loss and reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 1995.
The series was a close one, with each team winning two games at home. The Warriors eventually won the series in six games, but the Rockets pushed them to the limit.
The Key Matchups
The key matchup in the series was between Stephen Curry and James Harden. Curry is the Warriors’ best player and one of the greatest shooters in NBA history. Harden is the Rockets’ best player and one of the most prolific scorers in the league.
Curry and Harden both had big games in the series, but Curry was ultimately the more efficient player. He shot 50.8% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range, while Harden shot 40.9% from the field and 35.7% from three-point range.
The Warriors’ Defense
The Warriors’ defense was also a key factor in their victory. They held the Rockets to just 41.6% shooting from the field and 32.7% shooting from three-point range. The Rockets were also forced into 17.3 turnovers per game.
The Warriors’ defense was led by Draymond Green, who was named the Defensive Player of the Year for the second time in his career. Green is one of the most versatile defenders in the league, and he can guard all five positions.
The Rockets’ Injuries
The Rockets were also hampered by injuries in the series. Chris Paul, the team’s starting point guard, missed the first two games of the series with a hamstring injury. He returned in Game 3, but he was clearly not 100% healthy.
Clint Capela, the team’s starting center, also missed the first two games of the series with a thumb injury. He returned in Game 3, but he was also not 100% healthy.
The Rockets’ injuries made it difficult for them to compete with the Warriors, who were at full strength.
The Warriors’ Victory
The Warriors’ victory in the Western Conference Finals was a testament to their talent, depth, and experience. They are the most successful team in the NBA over the past decade, and they are showing no signs of slowing down.
The Rockets are a young and talented team, but they need to get more experience in the playoffs. They also need to stay healthy if they want to compete with the Warriors for the Western Conference title.
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