Harden, the 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player, led the scoring as the Rockets overcame an improved Utah defensive effort to clinch a 4-1 series victory at Houston's Toyota Center. The Warriors lead their first round series against the Los Angeles Clippers 3-1. The momentum shifted after that error, PJ Tucker adding two free throws to make it 96-93. Harden then made a superb steal and drew a foul to earn two free throws that put the Rockets up by five with 38 seconds remaining. Chris Paul added two late free throws to make the game safe.

Source: Philippine Star April 25, 2019 03:54 UTC