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Houston Defeats Phoenix 118-109 - Recap
Jalen Green poured in 34 points for Houston on Saturday, as they defeated Phoenix 118-109 at Footprint Center.
Bettors who backed the Rockets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 231.5.
Houston got 24 points from Fred VanVleet and another 21 points from Alperen Sengun. Fred VanVleet contributed 11 assists, while Alperen Sengun cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Phoenix got 30 points from Kevin Durant in a losing cause and another 24 points from Devin Booker. Jusuf Nurkic contributed 5 assists for the Suns, while Royce O'Neale had 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 54-44 at the break.
Houston had a 49-47 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Spurs. The Suns will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Oklahoma City.