From Buddy Hield’s record-breaking 33-factor Game 7 to Jalen Green’s explosive 38-factor overall performance in Game 2, each sport spotlighted individual excellence and tactical intensity. Here’s an in intensity look at all of the key snapshots throughout seven memorable matchups.
Series Overview
The West First Round match-up extended to seven games, with Golden State narrowly advancing 4–3.
- Game 1 (Apr 20, 2025): Warriors 95–85, Curry 31 pts, 6 rebs, Butler 25 pts
- Game 2 (Apr 23): Rockets 109–94, Jalen Green 38 pts, Sengun strong
- Game 3 (Apr 26): Warriors 104–93
- Game 4 (Apr 28): Warriors 109–106
- Game 5 (Apr 30): Rockets 131–116
- Game 6 (May 2): Rockets 115–107, VanVleet 29 pts
- Game 7 (May 4): Warriors 103–89, Hield 33 pts
Player Stats Highlights
Stephen Curry
- Game 1: 31 points, 6 rebounds – led opener
- Game 7: 22 points (14 in 4th quarter), 10 rebounds, 7 assist
A dynamic closer, Curry seized Game 7 when it mattered most.
Buddy Hield
- Game 7: 33 points, 9-for-11 from three, Game 7 record tie Stepped up as an unlikely hero, with perimeter precision and defensive effort.
Jimmy Butler III
- Game 1: 25 pts, 7 rebs, 6 assets
- Game 7: 20 points contribution
A veteran presence, balancing Curry’s offensive sparks.
Jalen Green (HOU)
- Game 2: 38 points, 8-for-? from 3, franchise playoff record A bright star for Houston, trying to lift the team single-handedly.
Fred VanVleet
- Game 6: 29 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists – nearly a triple-double
An oomph behind Houston’s late rally.
Alperen Şengün
- Game 1: 26 points, 9 rebounds
- Game 7: 21 pts, 14 rebs
Dominated the paint consistently but hit roadblocks late.
Amen Thompson
Steven Adams
- Game 6: 17 pts, 5 rebs, 3 blocks
An interior anchor during the Rockets’ comeback.
Comparative Stat Table (Game 7 Highlight)
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | FG% |
| Buddy Hield (GSW) | 33 | – | – | 9 | 81.8% |
| Stephen Curry (GSW) | 22 | 10 | 7 | – | – |
| Jimmy Butler III | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Fred VanVleet (HOU) | 17 | – | – | – | – |
| Alperen Şengün (HOU) | 21 | 14 | – | – | – |
| Amen Thompson (HOU) | 24 | – | – | – | – |
(Data based on team reports and AP recaps)
Key Takeaways
1. Hield’s Clutch Game 7
His nine triples rewrote playoff history and set the tone early.
2. Curry’s Late-Game Heroics
Curry stepped up in crunch time despite off-nights earlier.
3. Butler’s Versatility
Butler’s balanced box scores stabilized Golden State’s core.
4. Houston’s Fight
Green, VanVleet and Şengün each delivered at peak moments pushing the series to seven.
Summary
The Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets match player stats showcased high-level playoff basketball: Buddy Hield’s record nine 3s in Game 7, Curry’s late surge, and the Rockets’ fierce responses from Green, VanVleet, and Şengün. In a seven-game thriller, individual brilliance and clutch performances made the difference.