SAN FRANCISCO - With the first-round series tied at a game apiece, the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors play a pivotal Game 3 on Saturday at Chase Center. In NBA playoff history, the team that won Game 3 of a best-of-seven series that was tied 1-1 went on to win the series 74.

Concerning injuries for the Rockets, Houston will be without forward Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) and without center Jock Landale (knee). Meanwhile, Warriors wings Jimmy Butler III (pelvic contusion) and Gary Payton II (right shoulder strain) are considered day-to-day for their status for Game 3.