The Golden State Warriors recently faced a tough 114-110 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, bringing their season record to 36-34. Currently, they're seated as the Western Conference's tenth seed, trailing the Los Angeles Lakers by 2.5 games. The Houston Rockets, on an impressive winning streak, are hot on the Warriors' heels, threatening to push them out of the postseason picture. With just a few weeks left in the regular season, the competition is heating up.
Star player Draymond Green, known for his outspoken nature, doesn't seem fazed by Houston's surge. Green believes that despite the losses, the team needs to focus on winning the games they should and snagging a few surprises along the way. His attitude sets the tone for the Warriors, and fans are eager to hear how he plans to lead the team through this challenging stretch.
Despite the Rockets' momentum, the Warriors have an edge with their remaining schedule. According to Tankathon, the Warriors have a relatively easier schedule compared to Houston. With opponents boasting a cumulative .460 record, Golden State has the sixth easiest schedule in the league for their final 12 games. On the other hand, Houston's opponents have a .516 win percentage, making it the 11th toughest schedule. Additionally, the Rockets are without key player Alperen Sengun, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. However, the team has found ways to compensate for his absence, with Jabari Smith Jr. stepping up in the center position and Jalen Green's impressive scoring spree since the All-Star weekend.
As the regular season nears its end, the race for the Western Conference's tenth seed seems to be boiling down to a battle between Golden State and Houston. Fans are on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the outcome. Will the Warriors maintain their position, or will the Rockets's surge push them out? Only time will tell.
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