Warriors Aim for 2-0 Lead Against Rockets in Game 2

HOUSTON, Texas – The Golden State Warriors are set to face the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of their playoff series tonight at 9:30 p.m. EST. After a hard-fought 95-85 victory in Game 1, the Warriors hope to extend their series lead to 2-0.

In Game 1, the Warriors effectively disrupted the Rockets’ offense, which relied heavily on Alperen Sengun. Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler starred for Golden State, combining for 56 points, but the emergence of Brandin Podziemski has become notable in the team’s dynamic.

Podziemski, initially listed as questionable due to an illness, has been upgraded to active for tonight’s game. Warriors coach Steve Kerr noted that Podziemski, who participated in Wednesday’s shootaround, is not contagious and should be good to go.

“He wasn’t feeling well, probably something he ate,” Kerr said. “There’s no risk to anybody else if he plays.” Podziemski scored 14 points in Game 1, showcasing his importance to the team’s performance on the court.

Podziemski has averaged 11.7 points per game this season, improving significantly since his return from injury in January. He contributed to the Warriors’ efforts during the regular season, averaging 14.9 points over the last 34 games.

As the Warriors look to secure a victory, the Rockets will likely come back stronger after their initial defeat. The matchup is crucial for both teams, as the Warriors can claim a significant advantage, while the Rockets aim to level the series.

Tip-off for Game 2 is at 6:30 p.m. PT on TNT. Fans anticipate an exciting showdown as both teams vie for control in the playoff series.