Curry Returns! Rockets Edge Warriors in Thriller

Alperen Sengun sank the game-winning layup with only 11 seconds left on the clock, propelling the Houston Rockets to a narrow 117-116 victory over the Golden State Warriors. The highly anticipated game saw the return of Stephen Curry after an absence of more than two months due to a right knee injury. Curry impressed in his comeback, scoring 29 points in 26 minutes off the bench, marking his first regular-season start from the bench since 2012.

Kevin Durant was a dominant force for the Rockets, finishing with 31 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists against his former team. Despite Curry's dazzling performance down the stretch, including a late three-pointer, his efforts weren't enough to overcome the Rockets' late surge. The match also featured a brief altercation between Draymond Green and Jabari Smith Jr. in the second quarter.

Curry's return was met with a warm reception, including a video tribute. Notably, Curry and his brother Seth played together for the first time in Warriors franchise history when Stephen re-entered the game in the second quarter. Seth Curry had previously played for the Warriors' G League affiliate in 2013, with the brothers briefly sharing court time during that preseason.