Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Steph Curry returns from injury with 29 points but Warriors lose to Rockets

Steph Curry returns from injury with 29 points but Warriors lose to Rockets

Summary

Stephen Curry returned after a two-month injury break and scored 29 points, but the Golden State Warriors lost 117-116 to the Houston Rockets. The Rockets' Alperen Sengun secured the win with a late basket, and former Warriors player Kevin Durant contributed 31 points for Houston. The Warriors are currently positioned for the 10th seed in the Western play-in tournament.

Key Facts

  • Stephen Curry scored 29 points in his first game back from a two-month injury.
  • The Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 117-116.
  • Alperen Sengun scored the winning basket for the Rockets with 11.1 seconds left in the game.
  • Former Warriors player Kevin Durant scored 31 points for the Rockets.
  • The Rockets have won six games in a row.
  • The Warriors are likely to finish as the 10th seed in the Western play-in tournament.
  • Curry played for 26 minutes and hit 11 of his 21 shots.
  • Steve Kerr, the Warriors coach, mentioned that Curry's playtime would be managed carefully due to the upcoming schedule.

Source Information