Rockets Lose Heartbreaker, Host Blazers Friday

0:00This is Corey with NBA News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Houston Rockets dropped a tough 115-113 overtime loss to the shorthanded Golden State Warriors on Thursday, night at home. It kicked off a key two-game homestand with the Rockets fighting in a tight Western conference playoff race where just a few games separate seeds. Three through six. Here in the day, Coach Eme Udoca gave updates on injuries, confirming that Alperin Sengun, Amin Thompson, and Jabari Smith would all suit up, despite being questionable. Dorian Finney Smith sat out but is set to return Friday. With only 22 regular season games left and 14 at home, every contest carries big weight. The games stayed close from start to finish, with Houston overcoming a slow first quarter and even grabbing an 82-81 lead heading into the fourth. Turnovers and mischances in overtime prove costly, handing the win to Golden State in a

1:00heartbreaking finish. Reach Shepherds stood out as a bright spot, sparking the Rockets with key scoring in the second quarter and showing growing comfort in his second NBA. Season. Fans and analysts noted his confidence helping steady the offense amid the ups and downs. The Rockets bounced back quick, hosting the Portland Trailblazers on Friday night to keep their momentum alive in the stretch run. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. If sleep podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow, bill for comfort and calm. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com