Overview

• Houston Rockets' Alperen Sengun scored 27 points and grabbed 17 rebounds, matching his season-high in points.
• Fred VanVleet missed the game due to a hamstring injury, giving Reed Sheppard and Aaron Holiday increased playing time.
• Kyle Kuzma returned for the Wizards after missing five games, leading his team with 18 points.
• The Rockets maintained a lead throughout the game, overcoming offensive inconsistencies to secure the win.
• Houston's victory marks their best start in five years, while the Wizards continue their losing streak, now at five games.