As the Golden State Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets in seven games in the first round of the playoffs last year, things certainly got heated between the two teams, with a long-standing rivalry perhaps gaining new life as both organizations attempt to vie for relevance in a loaded Western Conference.
Yet, a recent statement by Rockets center Alperen Sengun regarding the Warriors' tendency to draw fouls and play physically against the young and inexperienced Houston team has revealed the extent to which Golden State's veterans impacted the series, primarily showcasing Draymond Green's enduring importance even as his athletic abilities decline.