SAN FRANCISCO - In his two seasons in Houston, Fred VanVleet's positive influence on the Rockets' young core cannot be overstated. The veteran point guard, an NBA champion in 2019 and an All-Star in 2022 with the Toronto Raptors,

After a gritty Game 3 win, Zak Hanshew's Rockets vs. Warriors predictions break down how the Dubs will take a 3-1 series lead.

Stephen Curry was brilliant as the Golden State Warriors took a pivotal Game 3 win over the Houston Rockets. The club entered the matchup with a bit of insecurity as they don't perform as well when Jimmy Butler isn't in the lineup. After a nasty Game 2 fall, Butler missed the recent contest for the Warriors.