nba Game Recap< BACK

Recap - Rockets Defeat Utah 147-119

Utah was run off the court by the Rockets on Saturday as Houston blasted the Jazz 147-119 at Toyota Center.

The Rockets were a -10.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 228.0.

Houston got 41 points from Jalen Green and another 34 points from Fred VanVleet. Fred VanVleet contributed 7 assists, while Amen Thompson cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

The Jazz got a 25-point performance from John Collins, who was supported by 20 points from Collin Sexton. Collin Sexton had 8 assists in a losing cause for Utah, while Walker Kessler grabbed 9 rebounds.

Houston led at halftime, 85-55.

Houston had a 44-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston heads into a battle against the Trail Blazers. Utah, meanwhile, will have their next action against Dallas.