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Houston Defeats Memphis 123-112 - Recap
The Grizzlies were burned for 29 points by Kevin Porter Jr. on Sunday as the Rockets picked up a 123-112 win at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Rockets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 238.0.
Christian Wood had 28 points for Houston and Jalen Green chipped in with 24 points. Kevin Porter Jr. had 5 assists for the Rockets, while Christian Wood was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
The Grizzlies got a 28-point performance from Desmond Bane, who was supported by 23 points from Steven Adams. Tyus Jones had 6 assists in a losing cause for Memphis, while Steven Adams grabbed 12 rebounds.
The Rockets hit the break losing 62-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-40.
Next game, Houston takes its act on the road to face Miami looking for another win. For Memphis, they head home to face New Orleans.