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Thunder vs Rockets Final: 126-107 - Recap
Chet Holmgren scored 29 points for Oklahoma City on Friday, leading the Thunder to a 126-107 victory over Houston at Paycom Center.
Bettors who backed the Thunder were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 221.5.
Oklahoma City got 29 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and another 14 points from Isaiah Joe. Ajay Mitchell contributed 7 assists, while Isaiah Joe cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Houston got 17 points from Dillon Brooks in a losing cause and another 14 points from Amen Thompson. Alperen Sengun contributed 6 assists for the Rockets, while Alperen Sengun had 9 rebounds.
Oklahoma City led at halftime, 75-51.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 48-41.
Oklahoma City looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Warriors. The Rockets will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.