Rockets Again Pluck Hawks 120-110

The Houston Rockets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 120-110 on Monday, marking their second consecutive victory over Atlanta in three days and improving to 4-0 on the season. Alperen Sengun led Houston with 29 points, nine rebounds, nine assists, and six steals. Despite committing 25 turnovers, the Rockets overcame the Hawks by shooting 53 percent from the field and controlling the boards with a 52-35 rebounding advantage.

Fred VanVleet returned to the lineup following an injury, while Jabari Smith contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds. Reserve Reed Sheppard provided 13 points off the bench, and Tari Eason added 13 points and nine rebounds. The Rockets capitalized at the free-throw line, converting 26 of 32 attempts, and will next travel to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday.