Celtics Topple Hornets, 130-118
The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 130-118, at Spectrum Center on Monday afternoon.
The Celtics (33-12) came into the contest as heavy favorites and wasted no time validating that standing, jumping out to a 35-22 lead through one. The Hornets (11-34) did manage to lop seven points from their deficit in the middle quarters and got as close within two points with 8:30 remaining, but Boston finished on a 27-17 run in the final 8:07 to seal the victory.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 51 points, adding nine rebounds and five assists. Derrick White furnished 19 points, eight assist and three boards. Malcolm Brogdon delivered 16 points, four rebounds and two assists. Marcus Smart posted 10 points, six assists, four rebounds and one block.
Jalen McDaniels paced the Hornets with 26 points, complementing them with three rebounds, one assist and two steals. LaMelo Ball supplied 25 points, six assists and five boards. Mason Plumlee generated a 19-point, 12-rebound double-double that included seven assists. P.J. Washington totaled 17 points, four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. Terry Rozier compiled 14 points, seven assists, three rebounds and three steals.
The Celtics return home and face the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, while the Hornets hit the road and pay a visit to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night.
The Celtics (33-12) came into the contest as heavy favorites and wasted no time validating that standing, jumping out to a 35-22 lead through one. The Hornets (11-34) did manage to lop seven points from their deficit in the middle quarters and got as close within two points with 8:30 remaining, but Boston finished on a 27-17 run in the final 8:07 to seal the victory.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 51 points, adding nine rebounds and five assists. Derrick White furnished 19 points, eight assist and three boards. Malcolm Brogdon delivered 16 points, four rebounds and two assists. Marcus Smart posted 10 points, six assists, four rebounds and one block.
Jalen McDaniels paced the Hornets with 26 points, complementing them with three rebounds, one assist and two steals. LaMelo Ball supplied 25 points, six assists and five boards. Mason Plumlee generated a 19-point, 12-rebound double-double that included seven assists. P.J. Washington totaled 17 points, four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. Terry Rozier compiled 14 points, seven assists, three rebounds and three steals.
The Celtics return home and face the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, while the Hornets hit the road and pay a visit to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night.
Bucks Snap Losing Run With Win Over Pacers
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers, 132-119, at Fiserv Forum on Monday.
The Bucks (28-16) have been shorthanded in recent games due to several injury problems, but that didn’t stop them from getting a big home win over the Pacers (23-22). Despite the absence of their two best players in Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton and a passive start, the Bucks completed a massive second-half comeback to get the victory. Indiana raced out to a 38-32 lead in the first quarter and made it a double-digit game following a 38-33 score in the second quarter, but Milwaukee would flip the script after halftime. A 28-22 score in the third quarter made it a five-point contest with only 12 minutes left, and Milwaukee carried the momentum to blow the game wide open. The Bucks won the final quarter by an expressive 39-21 score, which allowed them to secure the victory. With the win, Milwaukee moved to 17-5 at home, while the Pacers fell to 8-13 on the road.
Jrue Holiday was the best player for the Bucks in this game and finished with 35 points, 11 assists, four rebounds and two steals, while Bobby Portis ended with 21 points and 11 rebounds while adding four assists. Brook Lopez posted 19 points, six rebounds and a block, and Grayson Allen contributed 17 points, five boards, four dimes and two steals. Jordan Nwora recorded 14 points and six rebounds coming off the bench.
Myles Turner was the best player for the Pacers and finished with 30 points, eight rebounds and four blocks, while Buddy Hield ended with 18 points, five boards and five assists. Bennedict Mathurin recorded 12 points and eight boards, and T.J. McConnell had another impressive outing off the bench by recording 29 points, nine assists, five rebounds and three steals.
The Bucks (28-16) have been shorthanded in recent games due to several injury problems, but that didn’t stop them from getting a big home win over the Pacers (23-22). Despite the absence of their two best players in Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton and a passive start, the Bucks completed a massive second-half comeback to get the victory. Indiana raced out to a 38-32 lead in the first quarter and made it a double-digit game following a 38-33 score in the second quarter, but Milwaukee would flip the script after halftime. A 28-22 score in the third quarter made it a five-point contest with only 12 minutes left, and Milwaukee carried the momentum to blow the game wide open. The Bucks won the final quarter by an expressive 39-21 score, which allowed them to secure the victory. With the win, Milwaukee moved to 17-5 at home, while the Pacers fell to 8-13 on the road.
Jrue Holiday was the best player for the Bucks in this game and finished with 35 points, 11 assists, four rebounds and two steals, while Bobby Portis ended with 21 points and 11 rebounds while adding four assists. Brook Lopez posted 19 points, six rebounds and a block, and Grayson Allen contributed 17 points, five boards, four dimes and two steals. Jordan Nwora recorded 14 points and six rebounds coming off the bench.
Myles Turner was the best player for the Pacers and finished with 30 points, eight rebounds and four blocks, while Buddy Hield ended with 18 points, five boards and five assists. Bennedict Mathurin recorded 12 points and eight boards, and T.J. McConnell had another impressive outing off the bench by recording 29 points, nine assists, five rebounds and three steals.
Cavaliers Outlast Pelicans In Battle Of Contenders
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 113-103, at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Monday.
The Cavaliers (28-17) are sitting 11 games above .500 and continue to play like a contender even when tough opponents are in front of them, and they managed to get past a Pelicans (26-18) team that was without their two best players in Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. It was a tight game early on, however, as the Pelicans secured a 25-24 lead in the first quarter only to increase it a bit more after the second quarter, 25-23. The third quarter ended with a 31-31 tie and New Orleans held a slim three-point advantage heading into the final frame, but that’s when the Cavaliers woke up and turned things around. Cleveland won the final 12 minutes by a 35-22 score, and that would be enough to secure a huge win in front of a sellout crowd at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. With the win, the Cavaliers moved to 19-4 at home while the Pelicans fell to 9-13 on the road.
Darius Garland led the way for the Cavaliers and finished with a 30-point, 11-assist double-double, while Jarrett Allen also had a double-double after notching 24 points and 11 rebounds to go along with five assists and two steals. Evan Mobley delivered 19 points and eight rebounds, and Isaac Okoro notched 11 points with four boards and two steals. Donovan Mitchell played 22 minutes and finished with 11 points.
CJ McCollum finished with 25 points and four assists to lead the Pelicans, while Jonas Valanciunas delivered 22 points and 13 rebounds across 35 minutes. Naji Marshall posted 14 points, three rebounds and three assists, while Trey Murphy III ended with 17 points. Jose Alvarado added 10 points across 34 minutes off the bench.
The Cavaliers (28-17) are sitting 11 games above .500 and continue to play like a contender even when tough opponents are in front of them, and they managed to get past a Pelicans (26-18) team that was without their two best players in Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. It was a tight game early on, however, as the Pelicans secured a 25-24 lead in the first quarter only to increase it a bit more after the second quarter, 25-23. The third quarter ended with a 31-31 tie and New Orleans held a slim three-point advantage heading into the final frame, but that’s when the Cavaliers woke up and turned things around. Cleveland won the final 12 minutes by a 35-22 score, and that would be enough to secure a huge win in front of a sellout crowd at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. With the win, the Cavaliers moved to 19-4 at home while the Pelicans fell to 9-13 on the road.
Darius Garland led the way for the Cavaliers and finished with a 30-point, 11-assist double-double, while Jarrett Allen also had a double-double after notching 24 points and 11 rebounds to go along with five assists and two steals. Evan Mobley delivered 19 points and eight rebounds, and Isaac Okoro notched 11 points with four boards and two steals. Donovan Mitchell played 22 minutes and finished with 11 points.
CJ McCollum finished with 25 points and four assists to lead the Pelicans, while Jonas Valanciunas delivered 22 points and 13 rebounds across 35 minutes. Naji Marshall posted 14 points, three rebounds and three assists, while Trey Murphy III ended with 17 points. Jose Alvarado added 10 points across 34 minutes off the bench.
Raptors Defeat Knicks in OT, 123-121
The Toronto Raptors defeated the host New York Knicks in OT, 123-121, at Madison Square Garden on Monday.
While there were only 10 ties and five lead changes in this game, neither team led by more than 10 points. RJ Barrett actually hit a game-tying dunk just before the buzzer in regulation to get the game into overtime. With that said, Toronto started the extra frame on an 11-5 run, which was too much for NY to overcome. The Raptors shot 13-of-44 from three-point range and 34-of-41 from the free-throw line, while the Knicks shot 9-of-31 from long range and 28-of-35 from the charity stripe. Toronto also recorded 27 assists to six turnovers, while NY had 17 assists to 11 turnovers. They also outscored the Knicks in fastbreak points, 14-4.
The Raptors (20-24) were led by Fred VanVleet, collecting 33 points, five rebounds, eight assists, two steals and two blocks. Scottie Barnes amassed 26 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Pascal Siakam provided 20 points, eight rebounds, nine assists and three blocks, while Gary Trent tallied 18 points, five rebounds and two assists.
The Knicks (25-20) were led by Barrett, finishing with 32 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Julius Randle amassed 21 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists. Jalen Brunson generated 26 points, seven rebounds and two assists, while Mitchell Robinson had 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Immanuel Quickley led the bench with 14 points.
On deck for New York is a home game against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. As for Toronto, they stay on the road to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday.
While there were only 10 ties and five lead changes in this game, neither team led by more than 10 points. RJ Barrett actually hit a game-tying dunk just before the buzzer in regulation to get the game into overtime. With that said, Toronto started the extra frame on an 11-5 run, which was too much for NY to overcome. The Raptors shot 13-of-44 from three-point range and 34-of-41 from the free-throw line, while the Knicks shot 9-of-31 from long range and 28-of-35 from the charity stripe. Toronto also recorded 27 assists to six turnovers, while NY had 17 assists to 11 turnovers. They also outscored the Knicks in fastbreak points, 14-4.
The Raptors (20-24) were led by Fred VanVleet, collecting 33 points, five rebounds, eight assists, two steals and two blocks. Scottie Barnes amassed 26 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Pascal Siakam provided 20 points, eight rebounds, nine assists and three blocks, while Gary Trent tallied 18 points, five rebounds and two assists.
The Knicks (25-20) were led by Barrett, finishing with 32 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Julius Randle amassed 21 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists. Jalen Brunson generated 26 points, seven rebounds and two assists, while Mitchell Robinson had 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Immanuel Quickley led the bench with 14 points.
On deck for New York is a home game against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. As for Toronto, they stay on the road to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday.
Warriors Defeat Wizards, 127-118
The Golden State Warriors defeated the host Washington Wizards, 127-118, at Capital One Arena on Monday.
There were 12 ties and 13 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 11 points. That was actually the Warriors in the final moments, riding a 34-25 fourth quarter to their win. They finished the game on a 29-12 run across the closing 8:40. Golden State out-rebounded Washington, 43-36, while doubling them up in fastbreak points, 20-10. The Warriors shot 50 percent from the field, 41 percent from three-point range and 91 percent from the free-throw line.
The Warriors (22-22) were led by Stephen Curry, collecting 41 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Jordan Poole provided 32 points, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals. Draymond Green generated 17 points, six rebounds, 10 assists and three steals, while Andrew Wiggins accrued 14 points, three rebounds and four assists.
The Wizards (18-26) were led by Kristaps Porzingis, tallying 32 points, five rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Monte Morris amassed 17 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals. Kyle Kuzma compiled 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, while Daniel Gafford had 14 points and five boards. Rui Hachimura led the bench with 16 points.
On deck for Washington is a road matchup with the New York Knicks on Wednesday. As for Golden State, they stay on the road to play the Boston Celtics on Thursday for their next outing.
There were 12 ties and 13 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 11 points. That was actually the Warriors in the final moments, riding a 34-25 fourth quarter to their win. They finished the game on a 29-12 run across the closing 8:40. Golden State out-rebounded Washington, 43-36, while doubling them up in fastbreak points, 20-10. The Warriors shot 50 percent from the field, 41 percent from three-point range and 91 percent from the free-throw line.
The Warriors (22-22) were led by Stephen Curry, collecting 41 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Jordan Poole provided 32 points, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals. Draymond Green generated 17 points, six rebounds, 10 assists and three steals, while Andrew Wiggins accrued 14 points, three rebounds and four assists.
The Wizards (18-26) were led by Kristaps Porzingis, tallying 32 points, five rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Monte Morris amassed 17 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals. Kyle Kuzma compiled 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, while Daniel Gafford had 14 points and five boards. Rui Hachimura led the bench with 16 points.
On deck for Washington is a road matchup with the New York Knicks on Wednesday. As for Golden State, they stay on the road to play the Boston Celtics on Thursday for their next outing.
Hawks Close Out Third Straight Win
By Dan Bruno
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the visiting Miami Heat, 121-113, at State Farm Arena on Monday.
The hosts got out to a strong start and led, 38-26, after one quarter. The Heat did not have an answer in the second, as the Hawks pushed ahead to a 20-point lead heading into the break. The visitors came out better in the third quarter and trimmed it back to an 11-point game heading into the final quarter. The Heat kept pressing in the fourth, but the Hawks stood strong down the stretch to secure their third straight win.
Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 28 points, four rebounds, seven assists, two steals and a block, in 35 minutes. Trae Young followed up with 24 points, three rebounds, eight assists and four steals, while De'Andre Hunter added 15 points, four rebounds and four assists. The Hawks shot 59.2 percent from the field, including 13-of-27 from deep.
Meanwhile, Jimmy Butler led the Heat with 34 points, three rebounds, three assists, two steals and a block, in 34 minutes. Bam Adebayo followed up with 20 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, three steals and three blocks, while Victor Oladipo totaled seven points, six rebounds, 10 assists and a steal. The Heat shot 48.3 percent from the field, including 8-of-31 from long range.
The Heat (24-21) will look to bounce back as they face the Pelicans in New Orleans on Wednesday. The Hawks (22-22) take on the Mavericks in Dallas on Wednesday.
The hosts got out to a strong start and led, 38-26, after one quarter. The Heat did not have an answer in the second, as the Hawks pushed ahead to a 20-point lead heading into the break. The visitors came out better in the third quarter and trimmed it back to an 11-point game heading into the final quarter. The Heat kept pressing in the fourth, but the Hawks stood strong down the stretch to secure their third straight win.
Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 28 points, four rebounds, seven assists, two steals and a block, in 35 minutes. Trae Young followed up with 24 points, three rebounds, eight assists and four steals, while De'Andre Hunter added 15 points, four rebounds and four assists. The Hawks shot 59.2 percent from the field, including 13-of-27 from deep.
Meanwhile, Jimmy Butler led the Heat with 34 points, three rebounds, three assists, two steals and a block, in 34 minutes. Bam Adebayo followed up with 20 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, three steals and three blocks, while Victor Oladipo totaled seven points, six rebounds, 10 assists and a steal. The Heat shot 48.3 percent from the field, including 8-of-31 from long range.
The Heat (24-21) will look to bounce back as they face the Pelicans in New Orleans on Wednesday. The Hawks (22-22) take on the Mavericks in Dallas on Wednesday.
Jazz Rally For Road Win
By Dan Bruno
The Utah Jazz defeated the host Minnesota Timberwolves, 126-125, at Target Center on Monday.
The game got out to a competitive start and was tied at 27, after one quarter. The hosts picked up the pace in the second and rallied to a six-point lead by halftime. Both sides brought the intensity in the third, but the Timberwolves managed to push it to an eight-point game heading into the final quarter. The visitors turned the tables in the fourth and rallied to tie the game at 116, with just under four minutes left. Timberwolves held strong and reclaimed a two-point lead with just 13 seconds to go, but Jordan Clarkson managed to draw a foul and sink the game-winning free throw with four seconds on the clock. The hosts were not able to hit the buzzer-beater and saw their two-game win streak come to an end.
Clarkson led the Jazz with 21 points on 6-of-16 shooting, in 33 minutes of action. Walker Kessler followed up with 20 points, 21 rebounds, four assists, and two blocks, while Collin Sexton chipped in 19 points, four rebounds and four assists. The Jazz shot 53.6 percent from the field, including 13-of-34 from long range.
Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 29 points, four assists, five rebounds and three steals, in 36 minutes. D'Angelo Russell followed up with 21 points, seven assists and a block, while Kyle Anderson totaled 13 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists, a steal and a block. The Timberwolves shot 45.5 percent from the field, including 18-of-41 from deep.
The Timberwolves (22-23) will look to bounce back as they take on the Nuggets in Denver on Wednesday. The Jazz (23-24) play host to the Clippers on Wednesday.
The game got out to a competitive start and was tied at 27, after one quarter. The hosts picked up the pace in the second and rallied to a six-point lead by halftime. Both sides brought the intensity in the third, but the Timberwolves managed to push it to an eight-point game heading into the final quarter. The visitors turned the tables in the fourth and rallied to tie the game at 116, with just under four minutes left. Timberwolves held strong and reclaimed a two-point lead with just 13 seconds to go, but Jordan Clarkson managed to draw a foul and sink the game-winning free throw with four seconds on the clock. The hosts were not able to hit the buzzer-beater and saw their two-game win streak come to an end.
Clarkson led the Jazz with 21 points on 6-of-16 shooting, in 33 minutes of action. Walker Kessler followed up with 20 points, 21 rebounds, four assists, and two blocks, while Collin Sexton chipped in 19 points, four rebounds and four assists. The Jazz shot 53.6 percent from the field, including 13-of-34 from long range.
Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 29 points, four assists, five rebounds and three steals, in 36 minutes. D'Angelo Russell followed up with 21 points, seven assists and a block, while Kyle Anderson totaled 13 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists, a steal and a block. The Timberwolves shot 45.5 percent from the field, including 18-of-41 from deep.
The Timberwolves (22-23) will look to bounce back as they take on the Nuggets in Denver on Wednesday. The Jazz (23-24) play host to the Clippers on Wednesday.
Grizzlies Throttle Suns, 136-106
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Phoenix Suns, 136-106, at FedEx Forum on Monday evening.
The Grizzlies (30-13) unsurprisingly came into the MLK Day clash as double-digit favorites, given the decimated roster the Suns (21-24) continue to be saddled with. However, Memphis may have been caught napping early, as Phoenix owned a 36-29 lead through one. However, that would turn out to be just the wake-up call the hosts needed, as they had already erased their deficit in the second quarter to take a three-point advantage into halftime and then expanded their edge to 19 points going into the final period to set up the easy victory.
Mikal Bridges paced the Suns with 21 points, adding seven assists, four rebounds, two steals and one block. Deandre Ayton delivered 18 points, five boards and one assist. Dario Saric totaled 12 points, seven boards and five assists. Saben Lee registered 10 points, three assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block.
Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 29 points, supplementing them with seven assists, two rebounds and one steal. Desmond Bane followed with 28 points, six assists, three rebounds and two steals. Jaren Jackson turned in 18 points, eight boards, one assist, six blocks and two steals. Brandon Clarke registered 13 points, six rebounds and one assist. David Roddy and Tyus Jones posted matching 10-point contributions while recording eight rebounds and eight assists, respectively.
The Suns return home to host the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night, while the Grizzlies remain home and host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
The Grizzlies (30-13) unsurprisingly came into the MLK Day clash as double-digit favorites, given the decimated roster the Suns (21-24) continue to be saddled with. However, Memphis may have been caught napping early, as Phoenix owned a 36-29 lead through one. However, that would turn out to be just the wake-up call the hosts needed, as they had already erased their deficit in the second quarter to take a three-point advantage into halftime and then expanded their edge to 19 points going into the final period to set up the easy victory.
Mikal Bridges paced the Suns with 21 points, adding seven assists, four rebounds, two steals and one block. Deandre Ayton delivered 18 points, five boards and one assist. Dario Saric totaled 12 points, seven boards and five assists. Saben Lee registered 10 points, three assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block.
Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 29 points, supplementing them with seven assists, two rebounds and one steal. Desmond Bane followed with 28 points, six assists, three rebounds and two steals. Jaren Jackson turned in 18 points, eight boards, one assist, six blocks and two steals. Brandon Clarke registered 13 points, six rebounds and one assist. David Roddy and Tyus Jones posted matching 10-point contributions while recording eight rebounds and eight assists, respectively.
The Suns return home to host the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night, while the Grizzlies remain home and host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Lakers Outlast Rockets, 140-132
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets, 140-132, at Crypto.com Arena on Monday night.
The Lakers (20-24) encountered a feisty Rockets (10-34) team right out of the gates, with Los Angeles only able to forge a narrow 37-35 lead through one. However, Los Angeles was able to expand its advantage by another 10 points in the second, but Houston came out of intermission hot and lopped eight points from its deficit in the third. However, a 15-6 run for the hosts over the first 3:14 of the final period gave them back a 13-point cushion, and although the visitors got as close as two points with 1:11 left, L.A. would score seven of the final eight points of the night to seal the hard-fought win.
Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with a 33-point, 15-rebound double-double that included six assists and four blocks. Jalen Green delivered 23 points, five boards and three assists. Eric Gordon supplied 19 points, eight assists and two boards. Kenyon Martin Jr. totaled 17 points, seven rebounds and two blocks. Jabari Smith furnished 14 points, four rebounds and four assists.
LeBron James paced the Lakers with 48 points, complementing them with nine assists and eight rebounds. Russell Westbrook registered 24 points, five rebounds, four assists and one steal. Kendrick Nunn netted 15 points, two boards and one assist. Wenyen Gabriel provided 14 points, nine rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal. Patrick Beverley tallied 11 points.
The Rockets return home to host the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night, while the Lakers remain home and host the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
The Lakers (20-24) encountered a feisty Rockets (10-34) team right out of the gates, with Los Angeles only able to forge a narrow 37-35 lead through one. However, Los Angeles was able to expand its advantage by another 10 points in the second, but Houston came out of intermission hot and lopped eight points from its deficit in the third. However, a 15-6 run for the hosts over the first 3:14 of the final period gave them back a 13-point cushion, and although the visitors got as close as two points with 1:11 left, L.A. would score seven of the final eight points of the night to seal the hard-fought win.
Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with a 33-point, 15-rebound double-double that included six assists and four blocks. Jalen Green delivered 23 points, five boards and three assists. Eric Gordon supplied 19 points, eight assists and two boards. Kenyon Martin Jr. totaled 17 points, seven rebounds and two blocks. Jabari Smith furnished 14 points, four rebounds and four assists.
LeBron James paced the Lakers with 48 points, complementing them with nine assists and eight rebounds. Russell Westbrook registered 24 points, five rebounds, four assists and one steal. Kendrick Nunn netted 15 points, two boards and one assist. Wenyen Gabriel provided 14 points, nine rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal. Patrick Beverley tallied 11 points.
The Rockets return home to host the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night, while the Lakers remain home and host the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.