Warriors vs Rockets NBA Playoffs Game 7 Picks and Predictions

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The Rockets were supposed to fold under pressure. That’s what everyone expected heading into this series: playoff inexperience versus championship pedigree. But Houston didn’t just survive. They’ve flipped the script.

After a dominant blowout in Game 5, the Rockets marched into the Bay and out-executed the Warriors in crunch time. That 115-107 Game 6 win wasn’t a fluke. It was a statement.

They turned a tight 86-84 lead into a 17-point cushion with under five minutes to go. VanVleet looked every bit like a seasoned vet with 29 points, 8 boards, and 8 dimes, while Houston’s young core played with poise, grit, and no signs of panic.

“Game 1 we had jitters. Game 3 was tough on the road. But now? We’ve settled in,” VanVleet said. “We’ve been one of the best all year, and now we’re playing like it.”

Meanwhile, the Warriors unraveled. In Game 6, they missed 13 straight shots in the fourth quarter. That’s rare from a team led by Curry and Draymond, who have been through every playoff war. But Friday night, they didn’t have an answer.

Now, it’s all on the line in Game 7. Golden State still has the experience with five Game 7s each for Steph and Draymond. Butler is battle-tested. But the Rockets have youth, confidence, and a defense that hasn’t backed down once.

Coach Ime Udoka said it best: “Our young guys aren’t fazed. They just keep playing.”
So here we are. The stage is set.

The lights will be the brightest. But don’t be shocked if the Warriors can put up 100 points and cover our team total pick of Over 99.5 Points -137.