Amen Thompson Leads Rockets to Fourth Straight Win Against Mavericks
Amen Thompson delivered a season-high 27 points to help the Houston Rockets secure a 110-102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. The Rockets extended their winning streak to four after losing their first two games of the season.
Key Player Contributions
- Amen Thompson was vital in the closing moments, driving the offense effectively.
- Alperen Sengun added 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, playing a crucial role in the win.
- P.J. Washington achieved season-best numbers with 29 points and 12 rebounds for the Mavericks.
Game Highlights
The Rockets entered the game on a three-game winning streak. In the final 90 seconds, Sengun scored a decisive basket by driving into the lane and spinning past a defender to put Houston ahead 105-102.
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With about one minute remaining, P.J. Washington missed a three-point attempt. Josh Okogie then made his first points of the night with two free throws, extending Houston’s lead to 107-102.
D’Angelo Russell missed a three-point shot, after which Thompson converted a free throw to give the Rockets a 108-102 lead with 27 seconds left on the clock.
Summary
The Houston Rockets displayed strong resilience and clutch performance, with Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun leading the charge to a fourth consecutive win despite a tough challenge from the Mavericks.
Author’s summary: Amen Thompson’s career-high 27 points powered the Rockets to their fourth straight victory, highlighted by crucial plays in the final minutes against Dallas.
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