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Given the way they can knock down the open shot, it only takes one run for the Golden State Warriors to completely take over a game. That’s what happened in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Houston Rockets as Golden State went on a 21-4 run before halftime to erase an early double-digit deficit and take the lead in winning 110-106 in the first game of the series.
Game 2 takes place on Thursday night in Oakland with the Rockets looking to split the set before returning home for Game 3. Houston never quit in Game 2 despite the monster punch by the Warriors, but fell just short.
A big problem for the Houston was an injury to Dwight Howard, who only played 27 minutes which allowed Golden State to spread the floor and bomb away. Howard is questionable for tonight, and it would be a blow if he couldn’t play.
Here’s a look at the series schedule:
No. 1 Golden State vs. No. 2 Houston
Game 1 – Houston 106, Golden State 110 Tuesday, May 19
Game 2 – Houston @ Golden State Thursday, May 21 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
Game 3 – Golden State @ Houston Saturday, May 23 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
Game 4 – Golden State @ Houston Monday, May 25 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
*Game 5 – Houston @ Golden State Wednesday, May 27 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
*Game 6 – Golden State @ Houston Friday, May 29 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
*Game 7 – Houston @ Golden State Sunday, May 31 (9:00 PM EST, ESPN)
*If necessary
There is no free, unrestricted live stream for the games. But if you have access to a cable or satellite subscription, you can watch in the following ways:
Watch Warriors vs. Rockets Game 2 Online
Josh Smith (L) is averaging 13 points and six rebounds in just 23 minutes per game in the playoffs. (Getty)
If you have access to a cable subscription log-in and password — either yours or that of someone you know — you can watch the game online for free via Watch ESPN. If you’re having trouble logging in or have questions about the service, try the site’s help page.
For International viewers: If you have access to a cable or satellite subscription — either yours or someone else’s — you can watch the game online on your respective local providers. Please click here for a listing of local providers in your home country.
Watch Warriors vs. Rockets Game 2 on Mobile
Mobile users can watch the game by downloading the Watch ESPN app. It’s available in the App Store, the Google Play Store and the Windows Store.
For International viewers: If you have access to a cable or satellite subscription — either yours or someone else’s — you can watch the game on mobile on your respective local providers. Please click here for a listing of local providers in your home country.