Golden State Warriors faces Houston Rockets this Wednesday, November 27, 2025, in the group stage of the NBA Cup, at Chase Center, at San Francisco. The duel takes place at 00:00 (Brasília time) and marks the last match of the stage for the Warriors, who seek to improve their points difference. Os Rockets, with a record of 11 wins and 4 losses, arrives motivated by three consecutive victories away from home.
Warriors, 10-9, is coming off a 134-117 win over Utah Jazz on Monday. Stephen Curry led with 31 points, including six three-pointers. Já o Rockets beat Phoenix Suns by 114 to 92 on Monday, without Kevin Durant, absent for personal reasons.
The match is part of the Grupo C of the Conferência Oeste of the NBA Cup, competitions that influence positioning in the regular season. Ambas the teams prioritize victory to advance to the quarterfinals, scheduled for December 9th.
- Main highlights of Warriors: Curry as top scorer and Jimmy Butler with averages of 18 points, seven assists and six rebounds.
- Absences in Rockets: Durant out, however Amen Thompson takes the lead with 28 points in the last match.
- Starting odds: Warriors favorites by 2.5 points, total points at 224.5.
Probable formation and confirmed absences
Warriors must maintain the basis of the last match against Jazz, played less than a week ago. Steve Kerr, team coach, confirmed the starting lineup with Curry as point guard, Jonathan Kuminga remains out due to injury.
For Rockets, Ime Udoka adjusts the team without Durant for the second consecutive match. Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. they anchor the frontcourt, with Reed Sheppard and Amen Thompson in the outside positions. Ausências include Steven Adams and Tari Eason, both injured.
Probable lineups are based on the opening minutes of each team’s previous matchup, according to recent league records.
Recent performance of Warriors
Golden State has recorded three wins in its last five games, averaging 115.8 points per game. The defense allows 115 points, placing the team in 14th place in this category.
Against Trail Blazers, they lost 127 to 123, however Brandin Podziemski scored 20 points. Vitórias over Jazz and other opponents show consistency at home, where they have won six of seven.
The focus is on offensive efficiency, with Curry shooting 42% in three of the last six games.
Latest results from Rockets
Houston has triumphed four of its five recent games, averaging 122.3 points scored and just 111.1 turnovers. The team leads the championship in defensive efficiency, making 16.7 errors per game.
In the win over Suns, Thompson and Aaron Holiday scored 50 points from the bench. Contra Nuggets was defeated 112-109, however Sengun recorded a partial triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists.
The deep rotation allows for adjustments, shooting 48.5% from the field.
History of NBA matchups
The teams have met seven times in the playoffs since 2015, with Warriors winning every series. Na lastly, in 2025, Golden State eliminated Houston 4-3 in the semi-finals of Conferência Oeste.
In the regular season, balance: each team triumphed in three of the six recent duels. The highest score was Warriors 126 to 85 in 2018.
The Rockets look to break their postseason losing streak, while Warriors exploits home field advantage.
- Warriors playoff wins: 28 vs. 20 for Rockets.
- Average points in clashes: 220 per match since 2020.
- Last ordinary meeting: Empate in 2024, 109 to 106.
Weather forecast in San Francisco
The night in Chase Center presents clear conditions, with temperatures around 15°C at 10pm local time. Vento 14 km/h from the north, with no precipitation forecast, favoring the indoor match.
Minimum of 9°C and maximum of 15°C during the day, with humidity at 100% at the beginning, falling to 70% at night. Visibilidade complete in 22 km.
The dry climate does not affect the court, however it supports external fans.
Where to watch Warriors x Rockets live
The broadcast takes place on ESPN, starting at 10pm, with national narration. Streaming Plataformas as well as Fubo and NBA League Pass offer online options.
Tickets for Chase Center are available on the official websites, with prices starting at US$150 in section 109.
Guesses indicate Warriors by 115 to 110, considering the house factor and Curry in the form.
Coach and player highlights
Steve Kerr has led the Warriors since 2014, with five NBA titles. The Seu style emphasizes shooting from three, with 35.9% of the team’s success.
Ime Udoka, at Rockets since 2023, implements an aggressive defense, limiting opponent assists to 27 per match.
Curry leads the Warriors in scoring with 34.5 points in the last six contests. Sengun, from Rockets, has 15.1 points and 6.9 rebounds.
Jimmy Butler reinforces Golden State with versatility, while Thompson emerges as a breakout star in Houston.
Curiosities about the confrontation in the NBA Cup
This is the second Cup NBA duel between the teams, with Warriors winning the first by 27 points. The tournament, in its second edition, awards US$12 million to the champion.
Rockets leads Oeste with a positive balance, however Warriors needs a comprehensive victory to break the tie.
Season top scorers: Curry with 28.4 points, Sengun with 21.2.
