nba Game Recap
Recap - Rockets Defeat Oklahoma City 118-105
Oklahoma City was scorched by Jalen Green for 28 points as the Rockets defeated the Thunder 118-105 in NBA action on Saturday.
Houston won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +1.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 231.5.
Houston got 21 points from Alperen Sengun and another 16 points from Kevin Porter Jr.. Jalen Green contributed 9 assists, while Alperen Sengun cleaned the glass with 19 rebounds.
The Thunder got a 32-point performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who was supported by 18 points from Josh Giddey. Jalen Williams had 4 assists in a losing cause for Oklahoma City, while Tre Mann grabbed 5 rebounds.
The Rockets hit the break winning 65-44 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 53 boards, while Oklahoma City only had 41
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nuggets. The Thunder will aim to get back on the winning track at New Orleans.