nba Game Recap
Rockets Down Orlando 97-84 - Match Report
Houston got 20 points from Jabari Smith Jr. en route to a 97-84 victory over Orlando on Monday at Toyota Center.
The Rockets were a -3.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 210.5.
Houston got 17 points from Dillon Brooks and another 15 points from Jalen Green. Jalen Green contributed 8 assists, while Steven Adams cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
The Magic got a 25-point performance from Paolo Banchero, who was supported by 15 points from Franz Wagner. Franz Wagner had 5 assists in a losing cause for Orlando, while Wendell Carter Jr. grabbed 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 51-46 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 63 boards, while Orlando only had 42
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Suns. The Magic will aim to get back on the winning track at New Orleans.