Jackson Gatlin: Rockets win 131-116 in Game 5, surviving a late push by Warriors reserves. Fred VanVleet led with 26 points, Amen Thompson added 25 and 8 stocks. Alperen Sengun (15/9/9/2 STL) flirted with a triple-double. Rockets defense had Steph and Jimmy (13 and 8 points) in hell.Source: x.com What’s the buzz on Twitter? Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin Atlanta Hawks guard … [Read more...] about Rockets beat Warriors, force Game 6 behind Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson
Anthony Slater: Jimmy Butler officially listed as probable for Game 5 in Houston tomorrow night. Every other rotation player available for the Warriors and Rockets. … [Read more...] about
Chris Haynes: Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler (pelvic contusion) will play in Game 4 tonight vs. Houston Rockets after missing previous game, league sources tell me. … [Read more...] about
But even if the Rockets do express interest in KD, don’t expect the Suns to prioritize getting their picks back above all else. Getting this year’s pick, which will likely fall in the top 10? A source said that’s obviously something that would be attractive to Phoenix. But as for their picks in 2027 and 2029? That may not hold the same relevance to this front office as it would … [Read more...] about
Jimmy Butler diagnosed with deep glute muscle contusion, expected to be questionable for Game 3
Shams Charania: Golden State’s Jimmy Butler has been diagnosed with a deep glute muscle contusion and his status for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets is in serious jeopardy, league sources tell ESPN. This is best case because MRI showed Butler avoided any fracture or structural damage. … [Read more...] about Jimmy Butler diagnosed with deep glute muscle contusion, expected to be questionable for Game 3