Warriors, Pacers take series openers

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The defending NBA champions Golden State Warriors led from start to finish to pull off an easy 104-78 Game 1 victory over the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs.

Reigning MVP Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 24 points (5 three point shots) while Draymond Green added an all-around game of 12 points, 10 boards, 4 assists, 4 blocks and 2 steals. James Harden led Houston with 17 points.

In another series, Paul George scored a game-high 33 points, 27 points in the 2nd half alone, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 100-90 Game 1 win over the Toronto.

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