Rockets race to comfortable win over Phoenix
The Houston Rockets put on a dominant performance as they secured a comfortable win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.
The Rockets, led by star player James Harden, came out strong and never looked back, outscoring the Suns in every quarter.
Harden put up an impressive stat line, scoring 30 points and dishing out 10 assists, while Clint Capela also had a big game with a double-double of 20 points and 15 rebounds.
Phoenix struggled to contain Houston’s offense, particularly in the paint, where the Rockets were able to score at will.
The Rockets’ defense was also on point, holding the Suns to below their season average in points scored.
Coach Mike D’Antoni was pleased with his team’s performance, praising their effort on both ends of the court.
The win improves the Rockets’ record to 25-11, while the Suns fall to 13-23 on the season.
Next up, the Rockets will face off against the Golden State Warriors in what promises to be a thrilling matchup between two powerhouse teams.
Fans were thrilled with the Rockets’ performance and are hopeful that they can maintain this level of play as they continue their journey towards the playoffs.
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