Game Recap
Houston overcame an early deficit to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 120-110, largely behind a dominant second-half performance. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with a near triple-double of 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists on 11-of-15 shooting, complemented by Kevin Durant's 22 points and 9 rebounds.
The Hawks started the game strong, securing a 35-32 lead in the first quarter. Jalen Johnson contributed 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists for Atlanta, while CJ McCollum added 20 points, including four three-pointers, on 8-of-16 shooting. The second quarter saw both teams score 31 points, allowing Atlanta to maintain its slim advantage heading into halftime.
Houston surged ahead in the third quarter, outscoring Atlanta 28-19 as Jabari Smith Jr. delivered 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shifting the momentum. The Rockets continued their strong play into the final period, extending their lead with a 29-25 advantage in the fourth quarter to clinch the victory. SportsFBI's pregame model had indicated a 60% probability of a Houston win.
How the Prediction Fared
SportsFBI's model, locked before tip-off, favored the Houston Rockets (60% confidence). It gave a 12% chance of a 20+ point margin; the game was decided by 10 points.
Standouts
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Linescore
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | 35 | 31 | 19 | 25 | 110 | |
| HOU | 32 | 31 | 28 | 29 | 120 |
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