The Golden State Warriors broke the record for best 51-game start in NBA history thanks to a 123-110 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.

The Warriors are 47-4 after 51 games so far this season and have to see out the rest of the campaign 26-5 to break the season-best record of 72-10 set by the Chicago Bulls in 1995-96. 

Another three straight wins at the Oracle Centre will also see the Warriors break the Bulls' record of 44 consecutive home victories. 

Stephen Curry had 35 points, nine assists and six rebounds in their 13-point win over the Rockets, while Andrew Bogut put in an impressive showing with 13 points, 11 rebounds and a season-high six blocked shots.

James Harden top-scored for the Rockets with 37 points.