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Rockets Fall 122-117 Against Charlotte - Game Recap
Terry Rozier scored 26 points for Charlotte on Wednesday, leading the Hornets to a 122-117 victory over Houston at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Hornets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 236.5.
Mark Williams had 17 points for Charlotte and Mason Plumlee chipped in with 17 points. Dennis Smith Jr. had 7 assists for the Hornets, while Mason Plumlee was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Rockets got a 41-point performance from Jalen Green, who was supported by 24 points from Alperen Sengun. Jalen Green had 7 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Alperen Sengun grabbed 12 rebounds.
The Hornets hit the break losing 60-53 before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-37.
Next game, Charlotte takes its act on the road to face Atlanta looking for another win. For Houston, they head on the road to face Minnesota.