The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets will meet for Game 5 of the Western Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. This game will take place at the Toyota Center on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on TNT.
The Warriors lead the series 3-1. In their last game, they won by three points with a score of 109-106. Jimmy Butler III and Brandin Podziemski were key players, scoring 27 and 26 points, respectively. The Warriors have shown strong performances, winning three out of their last four games against the Rockets.
The Rockets have struggled, winning only one game in this series. They lost their last game by three points. Alperen Sengün was a standout player, scoring 31 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. The Rockets will aim to improve their performance at home to stay in the series.
Rockets Preview
The Houston Rockets are in Game 5 of the Western Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 1-3. Their home record stands at 1-1, while they have not won any away games. The team is led by Head Coach Ime Udoka.
In the regular season, the Rockets had a record of 52-30. They performed well at home with a 29-12 record. Their away record was 23-18. The team ranked 2nd in the Western Conference and 1st in the Southwest Division.
Offensively, the Rockets scored 98.2 points per game, ranking 18th in the league. They were strong in rebounds, leading the league with 47.8 rebounds per game. Defensively, they allowed 100.5 points per game, ranking 3rd in the league.
Key players include Alperen Sengün, who averaged 22.2 points and 11.5 rebounds per game in the postseason. Jalen Green contributed 15.5 points per game. Fred VanVleet added 14.8 points and 4.5 assists per game. Amen Thompson and Dillon Brooks also played important roles in the team’s performance.
Warriors Preview
The home team is playing Game 5 of the Western Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. They have a strong record in the postseason with four wins and one loss. At home, they have won all three games. Their recent performance shows they have been successful in the last ten games, winning four out of five.
In the regular season, the team had a record of 48 wins and 34 losses. They performed equally well at home and away, with 24 wins in each setting. They ranked seventh in the Western Conference and third in the Pacific Division. Their last ten regular-season games resulted in seven wins and three losses.
Offensively, the team scores an average of 104.6 points per game, ranking 14th in the league. They are second in three-pointers made and attempted per game. Their field goal percentage is 43.9, and they have a free throw percentage of 79.6, which is ninth in the league.
Defensively, the team allows 101.8 points per game, ranking sixth. They are strong in blocking shots, averaging 3.6 per game, which ranks fourth. Their field goal percentage allowed is 44.3, placing them fourth in the league. They also rank third in effective field goal percentage allowed.
Statistical Breakdown for Rockets vs Warriors
The game between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors will be influenced by key stats. The Rockets excel in rebounding, leading the league with 47.8 rebounds per game. The Warriors are strong in three-point shooting, ranking second in both three-pointers made and attempted. Defensively, the Rockets allow only 100.5 points per game, ranking third, while the Warriors allow 101.8 points, ranking sixth.
- Houston Rockets Points Per Game: 98.2 (18th)
- Golden State Warriors Points Per Game: 104.6 (14th)
- Houston Rockets Rebounds Per Game: 47.8 (1st)
- Golden State Warriors Rebounds Per Game: 37.4 (20th)
- Houston Rockets Points Per Game Allowed: 100.5 (3rd)
- Golden State Warriors Points Per Game Allowed: 101.8 (6th)
- Golden State Warriors Three Pointers Made Per Game: 15.0 (2nd)
- Houston Rockets Three Pointers Made Per Game: 10.8 (16th)
Betting Insights
The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets are set for an exciting game with plenty of betting angles to consider. The Warriors have struggled against the spread (ATS) in the postseason, while the Rockets have shown more consistency. Both teams have different trends in the Over/Under category, which could impact betting decisions. Here are the top five betting trends for this game:
- The Warriors have a postseason ATS record of 2-3-0, indicating some inconsistency.
- Houston has a postseason ATS record of 2-2-0, showing more balance.
- Golden State’s average combined score in the postseason is 206.4, below their average Over/Under line of 210.6.
- The Rockets have hit the Under in three of their four postseason games.
- Golden State has a 1-game losing streak ATS in both the regular season and postseason.
Free Betting Prediction for Rockets vs Warriors
The Houston Rockets have shown strength at home, with a solid postseason record at the Toyota Center. Their rebounding ability is a key factor, as they lead the league in this area. Alperen Sengün’s performance has been crucial, providing both scoring and rebounds. The Rockets’ defense is also strong, allowing only 100.5 points per game.
The Golden State Warriors have been effective in three-point shooting, ranking second in the league. Their postseason record shows they can perform well under pressure. However, their defense allows slightly more points than the Rockets. The Warriors’ ability to score from beyond the arc could be a deciding factor in this game.
Given the Rockets’ home advantage and rebounding strength, they may have the edge in this game. The Warriors’ three-point shooting will be tested against the Rockets’ defense. The game is likely to be close, but the Rockets’ consistency at home might lead them to a win.
- Our Free Prediction: Rockets -4.5
