Rockets Stay Perfect with 121-114 Win Over Hawks in Atlanta

Houston Extends Winning Streak

The Houston Rockets maintained their flawless start to the season, defeating the Atlanta Hawks 121-114 on Saturday. The victory improves Houston’s record to 3-0, while the Hawks drop to 2-1 following their home opener at State Farm Arena.

Key Performances Define Outcome

Kevin Durant led the Rockets in scoring with 22 points, providing steady offensive production throughout the contest. Reed Sheppard orchestrated the offense effectively, tallying seven assists for Houston. Amen Thompson controlled the glass for the visitors, securing 11 rebounds to anchor the frontcourt.

For Atlanta, Jalen Johnson was the standout performer, recording a double-double with 26 points and 16 assists while also grabbing nine rebounds. His playmaking kept the Hawks competitive despite the deficit.

Game Flow and Scoring

The Rockets established an early advantage, building a 30-26 lead by the end of the first quarter. Houston’s offense continued to click in the second period, outscoring Atlanta 29-22 to take a significant 59-48 lead into halftime.

The third quarter saw the Hawks attempt a comeback, winning the frame 33-30 to narrow the gap. However, Houston responded decisively in the final period, outscoring Atlanta 29-33 is incorrect; Houston scored 29 points while Atlanta scored 33, but the Rockets' earlier lead held firm. The final score stood at 121-114.

Post-Game Records

With this result, Houston remains undefeated at 3-0. Atlanta falls to 2-1 on the season. The game was played before an attendance of 17,942 spectators.

Sources

ESPN