Warriors Face Rockets in Key Western Conference Matchup

HOUSTON, TX – The Golden State Warriors travel to Houston on Thursday, March 5, 2026, to face the Rockets at the Toyota Center in a Western Conference showdown. Houston currently holds the third seed, while Golden State battles for playoff positioning.

Game Details

• Teams: Golden State Warriors (31-30) vs. Houston Rockets (38-22)
• Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM EST
• Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TX
• TV Broadcast: Prime Video

Warriors Seeking to Snap Losing Streak

The Golden State Warriors have struggled recently, losing eight of their last twelve games and are looking to avoid a third consecutive defeat following a 114-101 loss to the Clippers on Monday. Brandin Podziemski led the Warriors with 22 points, while Nate Williams added 18 off the bench and Al Horford contributed 17 points. Despite a strong first quarter, the Warriors were outscored 72-42 in the second half, shooting just 39% from the field and 17 of 48 from the three-point line.

Rockets Riding High

The Houston Rockets are in strong form, winning seven of their last ten games. They secured a 123-118 road victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with a dominant performance, scoring 32 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. Kevin Durant added 30 points, Amen Thompson had a double-double with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and Reed Sheppard chipped in with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists. The Rockets shot 49% from the field, despite going 9 of 25 from beyond the arc.

Betting Odds

As of March 5, 2026, betting odds favor the Houston Rockets:

• Spread: Rockets -9.5 (-105) / Warriors +9.5 (-115)
• Moneyline: Rockets -380 / Warriors +300
• Total: Over 215.5 (-110) / Under 215.5 (-110)

Injury Report

Golden State Warriors:

• Seth Curry – Out (Back, expected return March 13)
• Kristaps Porzingis – Out (Illness, expected return March 7)
• Gary Payton II – Questionable (Ankle, March 5)
• Will Richard – Out (Ankle, March 7)
• Moses Moody – Out (Wrist, March 7)

Houston Rockets:

• Amen Thompson – Questionable (Ankle, March 5)
• Jabari Smith Jr. – Questionable (Ankle, March 5)
• Alperen Sengun – Questionable (Illness, March 5)
• Jae’Sean Tate – Out (Knee, March 10)
• Steven Adams – Out (Ankle, Oct 1)

Team Statistics