nba Game Recap
Charlotte Falls 112-109 to Rockets - Recap
Charlotte was scorched by Kevin Porter Jr. for 26 points as the Rockets defeated the Hornets 112-109 in NBA action on Friday.
The Rockets earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -5.5-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 230.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Jalen Green had 26 points for Houston and Alperen Sengun chipped in with 14 points. Jalen Green had 6 assists for the Rockets, while Alperen Sengun was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 21 boards.
The Hornets got a 25-point performance from Svi Mykhailiuk, who was supported by 22 points from Theo Maledon. Theo Maledon had 8 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Mark Williams grabbed 13 rebounds.
Houston led at halftime, 55-49.
Houston had a 48-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Houston takes its act on the road to face Washington looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head on the road to face Cleveland.