On the 27th, Beijing time, the Warriors defeated the Rockets 104-93 and took a 2-1 lead in the NBA first-round series.
Butler
Butler fell to the ground in G2, and after an MRI, although there were no structural injuries, he had pelvic and deep buttock muscle contusions. In Butler's absence, the Warriors bench stepped up,Gary Payton II、Buddy HeardHe contributed 33 points, successfully filled Butler's firepower, and became the hero of the Bay Area Army's victory.
"The Athletic" reporter Slater revealed after the game that sources pointed out that Butler had trained on the field before the game, but after evaluation by the medical team, it was decided to let him rest for another 2 days to recover from his injury, and he is expected to return for the next game. Series G4 will debut on April 29 Beijing time, and the Warriors will have to fight hard to get match point at home.