Rockets aren't ending Warriors' playoffs run—at least this year

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 20: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors dribbling the ball while being guarded by Dillon Brooks #9 of the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on November 20, 2023 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)The Houston Rockets will likely surpass the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference hierarchy at some point this decade. Ime Udoka's group could very well sniff the heights of the Finals as Golden State did an astounding six times from 2015-22. But neither dream for Houston fans will come to fruition this season.

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