Houston Rockets Rally Past Dallas MavericksLosing Streak
A dominant second-quarter surge led by Alperen Sengun and Cam Whitmore propelled the Rockets to a decisive 110-99 victory over the Mavericks.
- The Rockets overcame an early 10-point deficit with a 32-12 run spanning the second and third quarters, turning the game in their favor.
- Alperen Sengun led Houston with 23 points, six rebounds, four assists, and six steals, while Cam Whitmore added 18 points off the bench, including two key three-pointers during the second-quarter rally.
- Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks contributed 22 and 19 points, respectively, helping Houston maintain a double-digit lead throughout the second half.
- The Mavericks, missing star Luka Doncic due to a calf strain, were further hindered by the loss of P.J. Washington to a knee injury in the first half.
- Quentin Grimes led Dallas with 17 points off the bench, while Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson each added 16 points in their return to the lineup.
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