In a gripping playoff showdown, Jalen Green emerged as the star, sinking eight 3-pointers and scoring 38 points to propel the Houston Rockets to a 109-94 victory over the Golden State Warriors, leveling their first-round series at one game each.

The Warriors, seeded seventh, struggled throughout, failing to take the lead and playing without Jimmy Butler, who left the game in the first quarter due to a pelvis contusion after a fall.

Green, who was the second overall pick in the 2021 draft, made a strong comeback after a disappointing playoff debut performance where he only managed seven points. His shooting drastically improved in Game 2 compared to the Rockets’ 6-of-29 performance in their previous game.

Alperen Sengun contributed significantly with 17 points and 16 rebounds, while Tari Eason added 14 points off the bench. Game 2 excitement doesn’t end here, as both teams prepare for their next clash this Saturday night.

On the opposing side, Stephen Curry scored 20 points and notched nine assists, marking a milestone as the 11th player in NBA history to surpass 4,000 career playoff points. The Warriors attempted a comeback late in the game but fell short, especially struggling after losing Butler.

As the game progressed, tensions ran high, and Jalen Green was given a flagrant foul for an aggressive play against Draymond Green after a series of contentious moments on the court. Given Butler’s absence, the Warriors had to contend with other player ailments, including issues facing Brandin Podziemski, who also missed significant time.

Be prepared for more high-stakes action as the series unfolds in this thrilling playoff season.