The Golden State Warriors have a match-up with the Houston Rockets on Saturday. Both teams are undefeated, the Warriors are 4-0 and the Rockets are 6-0. The Dubs will be traveling to Houston in hopes to give the Rockets their first loss of the season. The Rockets have not been challenged in their first six games, winning easily in each of those contests. The Warriors on the other hand have had some close games, but also added some lopsided victories in the process.
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Why are both teams undefeated? Well, it might have something to do with similar playing styles, which will make Saturday’s game much more interesting. Here are the three reasons we feel both teams have yet to lose a game this season:
1. Defense
There is no secret here, both teams can defend very well and it all starts with their big man in the middle. The Warriors have 7-footer Andrew Bogut protecting the paint and he is a load to deal with. Guards and forwards can play aggressive in the perimeter because they know they have Bogut as a security blanket.
The Rockets have Dwight Howard, the three-time Defensive Player of the Year and his accolades speak for themselves. Not only can Howard defend the rim, but he’s also a rebounding machine. This season, Howard is averaging 11.5 boards per game. This will definitely be a match-up to look out for on Saturday. Bogut is not the offensive threat he once was, but the key will be staying out of foul trouble.
Both teams also have great perimeter defenders. Klay Thompson is arguably the best two-way guard in the NBA and takes pride in defending the perimeter. Curry is not known for his defensive skills, but in the first four games of the season he’s averaging three steals per game, which is third best in the NBA.
Patrick Beverly is a pesky defender who has the ability to get under your skin. He was a second-team all-NBA defensive team selection last season. Beverly is great at applying pressure and while he might not average many steals, he can throw you off just enough to make you miss a shot. Trevor Ariza is another gifted perimeter defender. At 6-foot-8 with over a seven foot wingspan, he has the tools to deflect passes and alter shots.
The Rockets only allow 89.7 points per game, which is good for second best in the NBA. The Warriors are not far behind, they allow 93.8 and come in at fifth best overall.