The Houston Rockets hit their first losing streak of the season on Saturday night, as they let the Suns run all over them to start, battled back, but then couldn’t close out the game. For their last loss against Minnesota…
The Houston Rockets suffered their first losing streak of the season on Saturday night, falling 102-99 to the Phoenix Suns. Despite a comeback attempt, Houston struggled with poor shooting, converting just 38 percent from the field compared to 48 percent by Phoenix. Kevin Durant led the Rockets with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Devin Booker paced the Suns with 24 points.
Jabari Smith Jr. added 15 points and nine rebounds, while Fred VanVleet contributed 16 points for Houston. Former Rockets Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks recorded 16 and 11 points respectively for Phoenix. The loss dropped the Rockets to a 7-3 record ahead of their upcoming home game against the Denver Nuggets.
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