Stephen Curry showcased his playoff prowess, leading the Golden State Warriors to a significant 95-85 victory over the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their highly anticipated series. Curry's remarkable performance included 31 points on 12-of-19 shooting, complemented by six rebounds and three assists. His sharpshooting from beyond the arc, including five three-pointers, proved crucial as the Warriors overcame a slow start, dominating the second quarter with a 29-13 run.

Despite the Rockets' physical defense, which included Amen Thompson shadowing Curry, the Warriors managed to extend their lead to 23 points in the third quarter. However, as the Rockets rallied to tighten the game, key plays from Curry, alongside Jimmy Butler and others, secured the win. Butler contributed with 25 points, helping maintain the Warriors' edge as they closed out the game successfully. As the series progresses, the Warriors will look to leverage this momentum for Game 2.