Warriors Adjust Starting Lineup for Game 6 vs. Rockets

The Golden State Warriors are making notable adjustments to their starting lineup for Game 6 of their first-round NBA Playoff series against the Houston Rockets. Head coach Steve Kerr will start Stephen Curry, Buddy Hield, Jimmy Butler, Gary Payton II, and Draymond Green, moving Brandin Podziemski to the bench to bolster both shooting and defensive presence. This marks the first time Curry, Payton II, Hield, Butler, and Green will start together this season. The switch comes after Podziemski had started the first five games and delivered a standout performance in Game 4, but Kerr opted for Hield's veteran experience and Payton II's defensive toughness for the critical closeout opportunity. These lineup changes underline Kerr's willingness to adapt and trust his veteran players in high-stakes situations. The Warriors aim to secure the series win at home in San Francisco.