Rockets Roll Past Thunder In Preseason 116-89

The Houston Rockets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-89 in their preseason finale. Both teams played rotational and starting players through the first half before shifting to their benches. Houston established an early lead by winning the first quarter 33-15 behind dunks from Amen Thompson and playmaking from Alperen Sengun, while Oklahoma City countered in the second quarter led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.

Bogdan Bogdanovic paced the second-half offense by shooting 5-of-8 from three-point range, with Houston attempting 53 total three-pointers in the contest. Xian E highlighted positive tactical shifts for the Rockets, noting quicker offensive decisions, better floor spacing, and improved fast-break execution ahead of their regular-season opener against the Dallas Mavericks.