Golden State at Houston

Golden State has already accomplished what it wants, stealing Game 1 at Houston, 95-85. Golden State controlled the pace with a half-court style and was very good at defending the perimeter. It's adjustment time, and No. 2 seed Houston coach Ime Udoka has an excellent track record of tweaking his game plan. The younger Rockets will likely push the tempo. The defense was fine in Game 1 and was sixth during the regular season in points given up, sixth in shooting allowed, and 11th at defending beyond the arc. Houston is 29-13 at home this season. Look for a big bounce-back effort by the Rockets in a must-win. Play Houston.