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Golden State Defeats Houston 121-116 - Recap

Houston was victimized by Stephen Curry for 32 points as the Warriors defeated the Rockets 121-116 in NBA action on Monday.

Golden State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -7.0-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 220.5.

Golden State got 20 points from Klay Thompson and another 18 points from Dario Saric. Chris Paul contributed 12 assists, while Andrew Wiggins cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

The Rockets got a 30-point performance from Alperen Sengun, who was supported by 17 points from Jabari Smith Jr.. Fred VanVleet had 14 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Alperen Sengun grabbed 13 rebounds.

Golden State led at halftime, 63-53.

The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 48 boards, while Golden State only had 43

Golden State heads into a battle against the Suns. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Memphis.