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Golden State won that 2018 Western Conference Finals 4-1 with Durant, Curry, and Thompson. Additionally, Harden-era rosters relied heavily on isolation-based offense that, while effective in regular seasons (65-17 in 2016-17), proved less versatile in playoffs against elite defenses. Post-2020, the Rockets traded away star players and began rebuilding with young talent."},{"question":"Who would win in a 7-game playoff series today (2026)?","answer":"The Warriors would be favored based on current rosters. Despite being older, Stephen Curry remains an elite scorer and shooter, and the Warriors' system and playoff experience provide significant advantages. However, if the Rockets' young core (Şengün, Green) develops further, this gap could narrow. 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