Thompson’s Season-High 27 Points Lead Rockets to Fourth Straight Win
HOUSTON (AP) — Amen Thompson scored a season-high 27 points, while Alperen Sengun contributed 26 points and 11 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets edge the Dallas Mavericks 110-102 on Monday night. With this victory, Houston has extended its streak to four wins after starting the season with two losses.
Key Moments in the Final Minutes
The Rockets held a narrow lead when Sengun drove into the lane, spun around a defender, and made a crucial basket to put Houston up 105-102 with about 90 seconds remaining. After Washington missed a 3-pointer, Josh Okogie scored two free throws, increasing the lead to 107-102 with one minute left.
D’Angelo Russell missed a 3-point shot, and Thompson made one of two free throws to push the lead to 108-102 with 27 seconds on the clock. Thompson then blocked a 3-point attempt by No. 1 draft pick Cooper Flagg, and Tari Eason sealed the game with a dunk.
Mavericks’ Efforts and Player Highlights
Washington posted season highs of 29 points and 12 rebounds for Dallas, who played their second straight game without Anthony Davis due to a strained calf. Max Christie added 17 points, and Flagg scored 12 points with five rebounds. The Mavericks fell to a 2-5 record following this loss.
Kevin Durant finished with 21 points, six rebounds, and five assists, although he struggled from the field, making just 6 of 18 shots. Durant broke a tough shooting stretch by hitting his first 3-pointer after missing six attempts, then added another 3-pointer to bring Dallas within 99-94 with five minutes remaining. Daniel Gafford scored a layup on the next possession.
"The Rockets have now won four straight after dropping their first two games of the season."
Summary: Thompson’s career-best scoring night and clutch plays down the stretch powered Houston to overcome Dallas, marking the Rockets’ fourth consecutive win to start gaining season momentum.
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