HOUSTON, TX – March 6, 2026 – Facing a challenging stretch without Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors demonstrated resilience and grit, securing a hard-fought 115-113 overtime victory against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. The win, secured on the road, provides a crucial boost as the Warriors await the return of their star point guard.
With Curry sidelined, a combined effort from Klay Thompson and Moses Moody proved pivotal. Thompson and Moody combined for 49 points, leading the Warriors’ offensive charge and keeping pace with a determined Rockets squad. The game went down to the wire, requiring an extra period to determine the outcome.
Following the game, veteran Draymond Green emphasized the importance of securing a win while Curry recovers. “We needed a win, to stabilize things, and now we wait for Steph and Kevon Looney to get back,” Green stated. “I know Steph is going to do everything he can to get back when he’s ready. He’s not a guy who’s going to rush anything, but we need to stay competitive in the meantime.”
The Warriors’ victory comes amidst ongoing discussions surrounding Curry’s potential return. Curry, widely regarded as the greatest three-point shooter in NBA history with a current total of 4,233 three-pointers, recently expressed his belief that his record is not unbreakable. He specifically mentioned Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton as young players with the potential to challenge his mark.
Elsewhere in the NBA on March 5th, the Denver Nuggets halted the Los Angeles Lakers’ three-game winning streak with a 120-113 victory. Nikola Jokic recorded his 23rd triple-double of the season, finishing with 28 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds, narrowly missing a “quadruple-double” with nine turnovers. Jamal Murray also contributed significantly, sinking five three-pointers for 28 points.
LeBron James reached a historic milestone during the Lakers-Nuggets matchup, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. James finished the game with 16 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals.
In other results, the Orlando Magic narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks 115-114, ending Dallas’s five-game winning streak. Paolo Banchero was instrumental in the Magic’s victory, while rookie Dereck Lively II returned to the Mavericks lineup after an eight-game absence due to an ankle injury, scoring 18 points.
The Washington Wizards fell to the Utah Jazz 122-112, the Miami Heat bested the Brooklyn Nets 126-110, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 115-107, the San Antonio Spurs overcame the Detroit Pistons 121-106, and the Chicago Bulls edged out the Phoenix Suns 105-103. The Sacramento Kings lost to the New Orleans Pelicans 133-123.
NBA Schedule – March 7, 2026
- Minnesota Timberwolves at Orlando Magic
- Detroit Pistons at Brooklyn Nets
- Atlanta Hawks at Philadelphia 76ers
- Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Clippers
- Milwaukee Bucks at Utah Jazz
- Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden State Warriors
The Warriors will look to build on this momentum when they host the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 7th. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT. Fans can follow the game on NBA League Pass and select regional sports networks.
This victory provides a much-needed confidence boost for the Warriors as they navigate a challenging period without Curry. The team’s ability to secure a win on the road against a competitive Rockets team demonstrates their depth and resilience. The focus now shifts to maintaining this momentum and preparing for the Thunder, while eagerly anticipating Curry’s return to the court.
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