nba Game Recap
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder Wrap - Oklahoma City Wins 125-124
The Rockets were burned for 35 points by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on Tuesday as the Thunder picked up a 125-124 win at Paycom Center.
Oklahoma City did not, however, defeat the Rockets against the spread, which closed at -6.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 226.0.
Chet Holmgren had 28 points for Oklahoma City and Ajay Mitchell chipped in with 16 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 5 assists for the Thunder, while Isaiah Hartenstein was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Rockets got a 39-point performance from Alperen Sengun, who was supported by 23 points from Kevin Durant. Alperen Sengun had 7 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Steven Adams grabbed 13 rebounds.
The Thunder hit the break losing 57-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston had a 51-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Oklahoma City takes its act on the road to face Indiana looking for another win. For Houston, they head home to face Detroit.