The 2024 NBA regular season is rapidly coming to a close, and for the Golden State Warriors, the final stretch is officially here. With just five games left on the schedule, the team is locked in and focused as they aim to finish strong and secure a favorable seed heading into the playoffs. The path ahead won’t be easy, but with momentum on their side and playoff positioning on the line, every possession, every quarter, and every game matters.
Here’s a look at the Warriors’ final five matchups of the regular season, all listed in Philippine Standard Time (PH Time):
- April 7 vs Houston Rockets (8:30 AM) – Home Game
The Warriors kick off the final stretch at Chase Center with a home showdown against the surging Houston Rockets. While the Rockets may be young, they’ve shown flashes of brilliance throughout the season. Golden State will need to come out with energy and avoid any slow starts as they look to protect home court and start the final stretch with a statement win. - April 9 @ Phoenix Suns (10:00 AM) – Away Game
Next, the Dubs travel to Phoenix to take on Kevin Durant and the high-powered Suns in what promises to be a high-intensity battle. With both teams jostling for playoff positioning, this matchup could have significant implications. Expect a playoff-like atmosphere and a tightly contested game. - April 10 vs San Antonio Spurs (10:00 AM) – Home Game
Golden State returns home the very next day for a back-to-back matchup against Victor Wembanyama and the rebuilding San Antonio Spurs. While the Spurs may be out of playoff contention, they’ve played spoiler against several top teams this season. The Warriors will need to stay disciplined and avoid underestimating their opponent. - April 12 @ Portland Trail Blazers (10:00 AM) – Away Game
The Dubs hit the road again to face the Trail Blazers, a team that has struggled but still has talent capable of turning heads. This late-season road game will test Golden State’s focus, especially with fatigue and travel factoring in. Still, it’s a must-win against a team they should beat if they want to keep pace in the standings. - April 14 vs LA Clippers (3:00 AM) – Home Game
The regular season finale comes against a potential first-round opponent—the Los Angeles Clippers. Tip-off is set early in the morning, and it could be one of the most important games of the season. With both teams battling for playoff positioning, this game may very well determine who has home-court advantage come playoff time. Expect stars to shine and tempers to flare in a high-stakes showdown.
Finish Strong, Dub Nation!
As the postseason nears, the Warriors are in a prime position to make noise. The return to health of key players, the leadership of Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, and the collective experience of this championship core give the Dubs an edge. But nothing is guaranteed in the wild Western Conference.
The question now is: how will the Warriors fare in this final stretch? Can they go 5–0 and surge into the top four, or will they face a tougher path through the play-in or lower seeding?
PREDICT THE RECORD, DUB NATION!
Will the Warriors close out the regular season with dominance or drama? One thing is for sure—the road to the playoffs is heating up, and every fan will be watching closely.
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