Warriors beat Rockets, 106-104 on Wednesday. Kevin Durant was out, but DeMarcus Cousins put up an All-Star level game, shooting 11-of-16 for 27 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and two steals.

Klay Thompson scored 30.

Stephen Curry was a modest 8-of-20 for 24 points and five assists.

Starting forwards Andre Iguodala and Draymond Green combined to shoot 1-of-9.