Houston has been tremendous ever since, though. In Game 5, the Rockets won 131-116 after three players scored 24 or more points in VanVleet (26), Amen Thompson (25) and Dillon Brooks (24). In fact, the Rockets took a 27-point lead into the fourth quarter, leading to head coach Steve Kerr clearing the bench early.

Now, heading into the decisive Game 7 between the teams, the NBA has released its official injury update, required to be handed into the league office on the day before a game. And the Warriors have two players listed on the league's injury tally: Stephen Curry and Gary Payton II.

For the 13th time in Houston Rockets history, a best-of-7 playoff series will come down to one final showdown. The Rockets will host the Golden State Warriors in Game 7 of their NBA Western Conference first-round series at 7:30 p.