The Rockets were missing practically their entire starting lineup Thursday night and were no match for the Warriors in Oakland, but the game itself was hardly the most interesting portion of the night.
Perhaps the most compelling part of the Rockets 123-101 defeat at the hands of the Golden State Warriors Thursday night is this sudden narrative being pushed that one of the biggest front runners the Association has ever known is suddenly an underdog.
David Aldridge, Marv Albert and Reggie Miller all commented at various times during the first half at the lack of respect being paid the Warriors throughout the league and that they are certain to use it as motivation in their upcoming title defense.