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Rockets End Thunder's 11-Game Streak, Strengthen Hold on Western Conference Second Seed

Houston's Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun combined for 65 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander achieved a historic scoring milestone for Oklahoma City.

Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) and Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (0) go for a loose ball during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) both pursue a loose ball during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after a made basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) drives past Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Houston Rockets defeated the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder 125-111, snapping the Thunder's 11-game winning streak.
  • Jalen Green scored 34 points and Alperen Sengun added 31, showcasing Houston's offensive depth and resilience.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points, marking his 70th consecutive game with at least 20 points, surpassing Michael Jordan for the fourth-longest single-season streak in NBA history.
  • Chet Holmgren hit a career-high six three-pointers, contributing 20 points for the Thunder in the loss.
  • Despite missing Dillon Brooks due to suspension, the Rockets dominated the boards, outrebounding the Thunder 48-33, and improved their record to 51-27 as the playoffs approach.