Rockets Clinch Fifth Consecutive Victory, Defeating Pelicans 104-101

Fred VanVleet's Late Game Heroics Propel Rockets' Comeback; Pelicans Suffer Fourth Consecutive Loss

Fred VanVleet was instrumental in the Rockets' comeback victory over the Pelicans, scoring two late 3-pointers and a pair of free throws in the final minute to secure a 104-101 win.
VanVleet, along with Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green, led the Rockets' scoring with 20, 24, and 25 points respectively.
Despite a strong performance from Brandon Ingram, who scored a game-high 31 points, and Zion Williamson, who added 24 points, the Pelicans suffered their fourth consecutive loss.
The Pelicans were at a disadvantage with starters CJ McCollum and Herb Jones sidelined due to injuries.
The game marked the Rockets' fifth consecutive victory, their longest winning streak since January 2021.