The NBA’s latest stretch of games has produced a major shift in momentum for several teams. The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 115–108 on 12 November, ending Golden State’s eight-game winning streak. The result was important in its own right, but the biggest talking point was Stephen Curry’s early departure with right abdominal soreness.
Houston stop the Warriors’ run
Alperen Şengün led the Rockets with 19 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists, while Kevin Durant added 20 points. Houston’s win ended a strong run by Golden State and showed how a team can change the balance of a game through rebounding, defensive pressure and production from several players.
Curry left after only six minutes because of the abdominal issue. Reuters reported that an MRI was pending at the time of its report, so the full extent of the problem had not yet been confirmed. The immediate concern for Golden State is his availability, but no diagnosis should be assumed before the team releases further information.
San Antonio and the Lakers extend winning runs
The San Antonio Spurs rallied from a 22-point deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls 124–119, recording a 10th consecutive win. A comeback of that scale highlights the importance of composure and defensive adjustments, particularly when a team is struggling early in a game.
The Los Angeles Lakers also maintained their strong form with a 123–112 victory over Milwaukee, extending their winning streak to seven games. Boston recovered from a 22-point first-half deficit to edge Toronto 98–93, while Cleveland defeated New York 115–107.
A demanding early-season schedule
The November calendar includes regular-season games alongside NBA Cup group fixtures. Teams are still evaluating rotations, player combinations and workload. Early winning or losing streaks can be informative, but they do not decide the season. Depth and availability become more important as the schedule grows more demanding.
For Houston, the win over Golden State is a confidence-building result against a team that had been playing well. For the Warriors, the next priority is assessing Curry’s condition and finding a way to maintain offensive rhythm if he misses time.
What to watch next
The most important update for Golden State is the medical assessment of Curry’s abdominal soreness. Around the league, San Antonio’s 10-game run and the Lakers’ seven-game streak will remain major storylines, while teams continue to balance NBA Cup progress with regular-season standings.
Sources:
- Reuters — Rockets beat Warriors as Curry exits injured: https://www.reuters.com/sports/nba-roundup-rockets-top-warriors-stephen-curry-exits-injured--flm-2026-11-12/
- NBA November 2026 scores: https://www.landofbasketball.com/results/2026_2027_nov_scores.htm