Chris Paul and James Harden are two-fifths of the Houston Rockets’ latest answer to the Golden State Warriors’ vaunted “Hamptons 5” lineup. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)HOUSTON — The disdain and controversy that enveloped the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets early in this second-round series has given way to a hotly contested chess match and a mutual appreciation lovefest. Tucker, a former second-round pick, has emerged as a crucial X-factor during a second-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors. Third, his ability to hound Durant and handle smaller guards allows Houston to switch every time Golden State sets a screen. “[The Rockets] are doing whatever it takes to win and we’re just kind of rolling in there [lackadaisically],” Green said.

Source: Washington Post May 07, 2019 08:32 UTC