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Rockets Extend Win Streak to 9 as Heat's Slide Reaches 10

Houston's Fred VanVleet shines with 37 points, while Miami faces its longest losing streak since 2007-08 and struggles to hold playoff hopes.

Mar 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) works against New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (24) in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (24) works around Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) puts up a layup against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) loses control of the ball as Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) closes in during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Fred VanVleet led the Houston Rockets with 37 points, including a season-high nine three-pointers, in their 102-98 victory over the Miami Heat.
  • The Rockets have now won nine consecutive games, the longest active streak in the NBA, and remain second in the Western Conference standings.
  • The Miami Heat's 10-game losing streak marks their longest since the 2007-08 season, ensuring their first losing record since 2018-19.
  • Miami squandered its 20th double-digit lead of the season, a league-high, despite strong performances from Andrew Wiggins and rookie Kel’el Ware.
  • Houston dominated the rebounding battle 46-34, continuing their league-leading rebounding dominance and securing their eighth consecutive game with the rebounding edge.