The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets are set to face off in Game 3 of their 2025 NBA playoff series Saturday night at the Chase Center. The series is tied 1-1.
Golden State won Game 1 with a 95-85 score. The Rockets responded in Game 2, winning 109-94. Golden State won three of the five regular season games between the teams. This postseason series marks the fifth time these franchises have met in the playoffs; the Warriors won the previous four matchups.
Tipoff is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2. For those asking where to watch Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets coverage is available on that network.
Ahead of Game 3, the SportsLine Projection Model has simulated the matchup 10,000 times to offer NBA predictions. Odds for the Rockets vs Warriors game list Golden State as a 3.5-point favorite with an over/under of 205 points. Additional betting insight is available through the NBC Sports’ Live Odds tool.
The Warriors have significant postseason experience, having won four NBA titles under head coach Steve Kerr. Stephen Curry, an 11-time All-Star, continues to lead the team. The team added veteran Jimmy Butler prior to the trade deadline, but he is listed as questionable for the Warriors Game with a left pelvic contusion. Gary Payton II is also questionable with a right shoulder strain.
The Rockets finished the regular season 52-30, earning the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. Houston showed strength on the road this season, posting a 22-19 record against the spread away from home.
Jalen Green played a central role in the Rockets' Game 2 victory, scoring 38 points. His regular season statistics included 21.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. Alperen Sengun averaged a double-double during the regular season with 19.1 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 4.9 assists. The team had seven players average double figures in scoring over the regular season, reflecting deep scoring capability.
Other injuries for Houston include Jock Landale (right knee contusion) and Jae’Sean Tate (right ankle impingement), both listed as out. For additional insights including Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors match player stats and betting trends, resources like the NBA Top Trends tool offer further details. Expert picks and predictions are available on the Expert NBA Predictions page.
