NBA · Final

Rockets Edge Warriors in Close Contest at Chase Center

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Chase Center

Houston Rockets 104, Golden State Warriors 100, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors?

Houston Rockets beat Golden State Warriors 104-100 at Chase Center on November 26, 2025.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors?

Golden State Warriors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup at the Chase Center, the Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the Golden State Warriors with a final score of 104-100. This victory marks Houston's second consecutive win against Golden State this season, as they now lead the series 2-0. The Rockets have demonstrated strong form recently, boasting a record of 12-4 overall and 8-2 in their last ten games, while the Warriors sit at 10-10 with a 5-5 record in their last ten outings.

The Rockets, who have averaged 119.5 points while allowing 109.6 in their last ten games, showcased their offensive prowess against a Warriors team that has averaged 114.4 points but has allowed 114.7. Houston's recent performances have been bolstered by key players, although they face uncertainty with Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams listed as day-to-day due to ankle and knee injuries. On the other hand, the Warriors were without Jimmy Butler III and Moses Moody, both sidelined with knee injuries, which impacted their depth and scoring options.

In terms of home and away performance, the Warriors have a home record of 2-1 in their last three games at the Chase Center, while the Rockets have been strong on the road, also holding a 4-1 record in their last five away games. The Warriors' last five games have seen them score an average of 118.0 points while allowing 116.2, indicating a slight struggle defensively.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Warriors favored at -3.5, with a total set at 224.5 points. The odds reflected a close contest, and the final score confirmed that expectation, with both teams trading leads throughout the game. The Warriors' home money line was set at -162.0, while the Rockets were at 136.0.

The game was marked by several key scoring plays in the fourth quarter. Stephen Curry made a crucial free throw to bring the Warriors within four points, but the Rockets responded with free throws from Reed Sheppard and Jabari Smith Jr. to maintain their lead. A late three-pointer from Moses Moody brought the Warriors back into contention, but it was not enough to overcome the Rockets' advantage.

Overall, the matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the NBA, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. Fans witnessed a thrilling game that kept them on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	GS -3.5	224.5 o -112 / u -108	Houston Rockets +136 · Golden State Warriors -162

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Injury report

Jimmy Butler IIIOutKneeGolden State Warriors
Moses MoodyOutKneeGolden State Warriors
Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsJimmy Butler III21Golden State Warriors
AssistsDraymond Green8Golden State Warriors
ReboundsDraymond Green9Golden State Warriors
PointsReed Sheppard31Houston Rockets
AssistsAlperen Sengun6Houston Rockets
ReboundsAmen Thompson14Houston Rockets

Recent form

Golden State Warriors

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1114.4 scored · 114.7 allowed per game2-1 at home

W134-117vs Utah JazzNov 25
L123-127vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 22
L96-110at Miami HeatNov 20
L113-121at Orlando MagicNov 19
W124-106at New Orleans PelicansNov 17
W109-108at San Antonio SpursNov 15
W125-120at San Antonio SpursNov 13
L102-126at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 12
W114-83vs Indiana PacersNov 10
L104-129at Denver NuggetsNov 8

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 8-2Streak W1119.5 scored · 109.6 allowed per game4-1 away

W114-92at Phoenix SunsNov 25
L109-112vs Denver NuggetsNov 22
W114-104at Cleveland CavaliersNov 20
W117-113vs Orlando MagicNov 17
W140-116vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 15
W135-112vs Washington WizardsNov 13
W122-115at Milwaukee BucksNov 9
L110-121at San Antonio SpursNov 8
W124-109at Memphis GrizzliesNov 6
W110-102vs Dallas MavericksNov 4

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	Golden State Warriors
Field goals	39-99	35-82
Field goal %	39	43
Three-pointers	11-39	12-43
Three-point %	28	28
Free throws	15-24	18-21
Free throw %	63	86
Rebounds	53	47
Offensive rebounds	25	13
Defensive rebounds	28	34
Assists	24	25
Steals	7	8
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	10	16
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	15	22
Fast-break points	13	6
Points in the paint	42	42
Fouls	20	26
Largest lead	8	14

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter67-72Reed Sheppard makes 28-foot running pullup jump shot (Josh Okogie assists)
3rd Quarter67-73Stephen Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter67-74Stephen Curry makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter68-74Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter69-74Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter70-74Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter72-74Reed Sheppard makes 5-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter74-74Reed Sheppard makes 1-foot driving dunk
3rd Quarter74-76Quinten Post makes 19-foot two point shot
4th Quarter77-76Aaron Holiday makes 28-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter79-76JD Davison makes two point shot (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter81-76JD Davison makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter83-76Alperen Sengun makes 7-foot two point shot (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter83-78Jimmy Butler III makes layup (Draymond Green assists)
4th Quarter86-78Jae'Sean Tate makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter86-79Jimmy Butler III makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-80Jimmy Butler III makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter86-83Brandin Podziemski makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jimmy Butler III assists)
4th Quarter86-84Jimmy Butler III makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-85Jimmy Butler III makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-85Reed Sheppard makes 11-foot two point shot
4th Quarter88-87Brandin Podziemski makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Draymond Green assists)
4th Quarter88-89Will Richard makes two point shot
4th Quarter91-89Aaron Holiday makes 27-foot running pullup jump shot (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter91-91Will Richard makes 2-foot layup (Draymond Green assists)
4th Quarter92-91Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-91Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-91Reed Sheppard makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter97-91Amen Thompson makes alley oop layup (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter97-93Jimmy Butler III makes 1-foot layup (Stephen Curry assists)
4th Quarter99-93Alperen Sengun makes 15-foot two point shot (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter99-94Stephen Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-95Stephen Curry makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-95Reed Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-95Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-95Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-97Will Richard makes driving layup (Brandin Podziemski assists)
4th Quarter102-100Moses Moody makes 27-foot three point jumper (Draymond Green assists)
4th Quarter103-100Reed Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-100Reed Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2