Rockets End Warriors’ Winning Streak After Curry Exits

The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-108 on November 11, snapping Golden State’s eight-game winning streak. Stephen Curry departed during the opening period because of soreness on his right side after playing six minutes and did not return. He scored three points, including a three-pointer that extended his streak of games with at least one three to 102.

Kevin Durant scored 20 points for Houston, while Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson had 19 apiece. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg led Golden State with 25 points and 10 rebounds, and Brandin Podziemski added 22.

The Warriors fell behind by as many as 17 points but cut Houston’s lead to 88-85 in the fourth quarter. The Rockets responded with an eight-point run, including a Thompson dunk and two Reed Sheppard three-pointers. Golden State got within five later, but Houston answered with three-pointers from Sheppard and Fred VanVleet.

Houston guard Marcus Smart was tossed from the game near the end of the third period after punching Golden State’s Charles Bassey. Officials reviewed the play and assessed Smart a Flagrant 2 foul. The Warriors visit San Antonio on November 13 to continue their five-game road trip; Houston hosts Utah that night.