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Warriors Fall to Rockets Despite Curry's Strong Return

4/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Golden State Warriors lost 117-116 to the Houston Rockets.
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors returned from a 27-game absence and scored 29 points.
The National Basketball Association's Last Two Minute Report confirmed missed calls in the final moments that could have changed the outcome.
The Warriors now focus on the upcoming play-in tournament.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Celtics secured their 13th NBA championship in 1976 by defeating the Phoenix Suns in a dramatic Game 5, which went into triple overtime. This victory followed a strong season where the Celtics achieved a 54% winning percentage, reflecting their historical dominance in the league. The ongoing competitive spirit of the NBA is evident today, as seen in recent close matchups like the Warriors versus Rockets.

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Story summary

The Golden State Warriors lost 117-116 to the Houston Rockets.
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors returned from a 27-game absence and scored 29 points.
The National Basketball Association's Last Two Minute Report confirmed missed calls in the final moments that could have changed the outcome.
The Warriors now focus on the upcoming play-in tournament.

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