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Houston Defeats Charlotte 146-143 - Recap
Christian Wood scored 33 points and chipped in with 16 rebounds for Houston on Saturday, leading the Rockets to a 146-143 victory over Charlotte at Toyota Center.
Houston was the ATS victor, as they covered the +5.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 227.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Houston got 23 points from Kevin Porter Jr. and another 22 points from Eric Gordon. Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 12 assists, while Christian Wood cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.
The Hornets got a 31-point performance from Terry Rozier, who was supported by 23 points from Kelly Oubre Jr.. LaMelo Ball had 13 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while LaMelo Ball grabbed 11 rebounds.
Houston led at halftime, 73-71.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 41 boards, while Charlotte only had 39
Next game, Houston takes its act home to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head on the road to face Chicago.