nba Game Recap
Recap - Rockets Defeat Orlando 118-106
Fred VanVleet poured in 37 points for Houston on Tuesday, as they defeated Orlando 118-106 at Toyota Center.
Bettors who backed the Rockets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.5.
Jabari Smith Jr. had 23 points for Houston and Dillon Brooks chipped in with 15 points. Fred VanVleet had 6 assists for the Rockets, while Amen Thompson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Orlando got 21 points from Paolo Banchero in a losing cause and another 21 points from Jalen Suggs. Paolo Banchero contributed 6 assists for the Magic, while Jonathan Isaac had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 63-51 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Orlando as they grabbed 42 boards, while Houston only had 38
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Jazz. The Magic will aim to get back on the winning track at Milwaukee.