Sat May 03 03:20:00 UTC 2025: **Warriors Mull Lineup Change Ahead of Crucial Game 6 Against Rockets**
SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors face a must-win Game 6 against the Houston Rockets after a decisive Game 5 defeat. With the series shifting back to San Francisco, reports suggest head coach Steve Kerr is considering a key lineup adjustment.
According to Warriors insider Tim Kawakami, Moses Moody is likely to replace Buddy Hield in the starting lineup. While Moody’s shooting hasn’t been consistently stellar, Kawakami argues that Moody is a more well-rounded wing player, better suited to complement the team’s current needs. Hield, who started the last two games after a strong performance in Game 3, struggled in Games 4 and 5, shooting poorly from three-point range. Conversely, Moody had a strong Game 5, scoring 25 points and grabbing 9 rebounds.
The series has been marked by intense physical play, leading to numerous technical and flagrant fouls. The tension boiled over in Game 5 when Warriors reserve guard Pat Spencer was ejected for headbutting Rockets center Alperen Sengun.
Game 6 tips off at 6 p.m. PT tomorrow in San Francisco. A Warriors loss would force a decisive Game 7 in Houston on Sunday.
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