In a thrilling Game 7 showdown, the Golden State Warriors toppled the Houston Rockets 103-89 to advance to the Western Conference semifinals. Stephen Curry showcased his clutch gene by erupting for 14 points in the fourth quarter, while Buddy Hield's scorching shooting performance, draining a total of nine 3-pointers on his way to scoring 33 points, propelled the Warriors to victory. Hield's first-half fireworks and Curry's late-game heroics proved too much for the Rockets to handle as the Warriors secured their spot in the next round.
The Warriors will now set their sights on a matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, poised to continue their playoff journey. Making history as the seventh No. 7 seed team to advance to the semifinals, Golden State showcased their resilience and experience by outlasting the Rockets in a hard-fought series. With Curry's "night night" gesture punctuating the victory, the Warriors added another chapter to their playoff rivalry with Houston, sending them packing for the fifth time in recent years. The stage is set for an intriguing clash as the Warriors aim to make their mark on the postseason against the Timberwolves.