THE STORY
In Game 7 of the 2018 Western Conference Finals on May 28, 2018, the Houston Rockets missed 27 consecutive three-point attempts during a 101-92 loss to the Golden State Warriors, setting an NBA playoff record for consecutive missed three-pointers. This shooting slump contributed to the Rockets' elimination from the playoffs.
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WHY IT MATTERS
This event is historically notable as it highlights a critical shooting failure in a high-stakes playoff game, leading to the Rockets' elimination and underscoring the impact of shooting performance on playoff outcomes.