Sengun Leads Rockets Past Cavs; Thunder Achieve 15-1 Record
In an exciting night of NBA action, Alperen Sengun led the Houston Rockets to a 114-104 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This triumph secured the Rockets’ fifth consecutive win of the season.
Sengun Shines for the Rockets
Alperen Sengun delivered an impressive performance with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. His strong offense helped the Rockets improve their record to 10-3.
- Sengun’s contributions were vital in maintaining the Rockets’ winning streak.
- Aaron Holiday added 18 points, with 14 coming in the fourth quarter.
The Cavaliers (10-6) fought hard, with De’Andre Hunter scoring 25 points. Donovan Mitchell added 21 points, including 19 in a spirited fourth quarter effort, but it was not enough to secure a win. Evan Mobley contributed 18 points but struggled defensively against Sengun.
Cleveland’s Rally Falls Short
Cleveland concluded the third quarter strong, finishing with a 23-5 run to cut the deficit to 74-70. Despite this momentum, the Rockets remained steadfast, preventing the Cavaliers from taking control.
Oklahoma City’s Dominance
Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder continued their incredible start to the season, improving to a league-best 15-1 record. They overcame the Sacramento Kings 113-99, marking their seventh straight victory.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points and eight rebounds.
- Chet Holmgren contributed 21 points and seven rebounds.
The Kings, now at 3-12, are struggling with their seventh consecutive loss, reflecting their current challenges.
Other Notable NBA Results
- Nikola Jokic recorded a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 12 assists for the Denver Nuggets in a 125-118 win against the New Orleans Pelicans.
- Indiana Pacers ended an eight-game losing streak with a 127-118 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, led by Bennedict Mathurin’s 24 points.
- Toronto Raptors secured a 121-112 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, with R.J. Barrett and Brandon Ingram each scoring 22 points.
In Miami, the Heat defeated the Golden State Warriors 110-96, thanks to Norman Powell’s 25 points. The Warriors played without star Stephen Curry due to injury.
The Minnesota Timberwolves also enjoyed success, overcoming the Washington Wizards 120-109. Julius Randle led his team with 32 points as the Wizards suffered their twelfth straight defeat, now with an overall record of 1-13.
The NBA season continues to deliver thrilling matchups and standout performances from rising stars like Sengun and established players like Gilgeous-Alexander.
