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Golden State at Houston

April 23, 2025
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Golden State has already accomplished what it wants, stealing Game 1 at Houston, 95-85. Golden State controlled the pace with a half-court style and was very good at defending the perimeter. It's adjustment time, and No. 2 seed Houston coach Ime Udoka has an excellent track record of tweaking his game plan. The younger Rockets will likely push the tempo. The defense was fine in Game 1 and was sixth during the regular season in points given up, sixth in shooting allowed, and 11th at defending beyond the arc. Houston is 29-13 at home this season. Look for a big bounce-back effort by the Rockets in a must-win. Play Houston. 

1.5 units on Houston -3 (-110) (risk 1.5 to return 2.86)
Result:
WIN
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Golden State Warriors
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