Warriors edge Rockets in game 4 Thriller, Butler Shines in Return
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CITY — October 27, 2024 —
warriors edge rockets in game 4 thriller, butler shines in return
jimmy butler’s clutch performance lifts golden state to a narrow victory over houston, securing a series lead in the first round of the nba playoffs.
butler’s return fuels warriors’ victory
the golden state warriors defeated the houston rockets 109-106, taking the lead in the first round of the playoffs. jimmy butler, returning from a pelvic contusion sustained in game 2 [1], played a pivotal role in the win. he missed game 3 [3], but his presence was immediately felt upon his return.
pro tip: playoff intensity
playoff games frequently enough come down to key defensive stops and clutch free throws. teams that excel in these areas have a significant advantage.
dubbed “master chief” by some, butler made significant contributions, sinking all five of his free throws and securing crucial rebounds in the game’s final moments. the warriors initially surged to a 13-2 lead, but the rockets quickly recovered, narrowing the score to 26-28 by the end of the first quarter.
a game of runs and escalating tensions
the second quarter saw heightened intensity,with multiple technical fouls issued. stephen curry and draymond green of the warriors, along with dillon brooks and tari eason of the rockets, all received technical fouls. green was also assessed a flagrant foul.
alperen sengun’s consecutive baskets late in the second quarter propelled the rockets to a 57-50 halftime lead.
golden state responded in the third quarter with a 13-0 run, capped by a buddy hield layup, giving them a 63-57 advantage. fred vanvleet’s three-pointer helped the rockets close the gap, and the warriors led 82-80 after three quarters.
clutch plays define fourth-quarter showdown
the fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair, with the score tied in the final minute. with 58.7 seconds remaining,butler hit a three-pointer and drew a foul on dillon brooks. the rockets challenged the call, but the original ruling stood. butler converted the three free throws, putting the warriors ahead by three.
sengun scored with 40.1 seconds left, bringing the rockets within one point, 106-107. after misses by butler and curry, the rockets had 13 seconds to mount a final attack.
following a timeout, the rockets gave the ball to sengun, but draymond green defended him effectively, preventing a shot. butler then secured the critical rebound with four seconds remaining and was fouled. he made both free throws, sealing the warriors’ victory.
did you know?
draymond green’s defensive versatility is a key asset for the warriors, allowing them to switch matchups and disrupt opponents’ offensive flow.
key performances
- jimmy butler led the warriors with 27 points.
- brandin podziemski added 26 points.
- stephen curry contributed 17 points.
- alperen sengun led the rockets with 31 points and 10 rebounds.
- fred vanvleet scored 25 points, shooting 8 of 12 from three-point range.
nba playoffs: a battle for the o’brien trophy
the 2024-25 nba playoffs feature a stacked field,including perennial contenders and rising stars.teams from both conferences are vying for the o’brien trophy, symbolizing the league’s highest honor.
western conference teams include the lakers, warriors [2], thunder, nuggets, timberwolves, rockets, and grizzlies. eastern conference teams include the cavaliers, celtics, bucks, 76ers, knicks, magic, pistons, and heat.
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faq
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q: what was the final score of the game?
a: the golden state warriors defeated the houston rockets 109-106.
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q: who led the warriors in scoring?
a: jimmy butler led the warriors with 27 points.
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q: which round of the playoffs is this game in?
a: this game is in the first round of the nba playoffs.
