Warriors Take 2-1 Series Lead Over Rockets in NBA Playoffs

San Francisco, CA — The Golden State Warriors solidified their status as an NBA title contender by defeating the Houston Rockets 104-93 in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series on April 26, 2025. This victory comes after a tough Game 2 loss, giving the Warriors a 2-1 lead in the series against the second-seeded Rockets in the Western Conference.

Under the leadership of head coach Steve Kerr, who now has 101 career playoff wins, the Warriors are on the rise. Kerr recently moved into sixth place on the all-time coaching playoff wins list. The NBA congratulated him through their official social media account, stating, “Congrats to Steve Kerr of the Warriors for moving into 6th all-time in playoff coaching wins.”

The five coaches ahead of Kerr include legends like Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, Doc Rivers, and Erik Spoelstra. Since taking the helm in 2014, Kerr has led the Warriors to four NBA championships, establishing his legacy as one of the best coaches in NBA history with a roster that features stars such as Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and Klay Thompson.

In the Game 3 victory, Curry led the way for the Warriors, scoring 36 points while grabbing seven rebounds and dishing out nine assists. Another strong contributor was [name missing], who added 17 points along with two rebounds and two assists. The Warriors will look to advance to the second round when they face the Rockets again on Monday at 10 p.m. ET.

With Kerr at the helm, the Warriors are positioning themselves for another deep playoff run.