In a high-stakes playoff game, the Golden State Warriors fell to the Houston Rockets, with Dillon Brooks and Stephen Curry as focal points of a heated contest. Brooks, accused of deliberately targeting Curry's injured thumb, defended his actions by arguing that injuries are part of the game. Despite Curry’s struggle with just 13 points, Draymond Green pointed out that Rockets defenders seemed intent on exploiting Curry's injury. Warriors coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the legality of such tactics within NBA rules but suggested that changes are needed to protect players' shooting hands.

As the series progresses back to San Francisco, with the Warriors leading 3-2, Curry's performance will be critical. His thumb injury, yet not admitted to affecting his game significantly, could be pivotal against an energized Rockets defense, highlighted by Amen Thompson's impactful play. The tension between teams is escalating, promising an electrifying Game 6.