The Houston Rockets played against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. The game took place on Thursday, January 1, 2026. The Rockets won with a score of 120–96.

Alperen Sengün had a strong game for the Rockets with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. Kevin Durant also contributed with 22 points and 11 assists. The Rockets improved their record to 21-10, while the Nets fell to 10-21.

The Houston Rockets started strong in the first quarter, putting up 26 points while the Brooklyn Nets managed 20. In the second quarter, the Rockets continued their lead with 27 points, compared to the Nets’ 22. By halftime, the Rockets held a comfortable lead.

In the third quarter, the Rockets scored 37 points, widening the gap further. The Nets scored 25 points in the same period. The final quarter saw the Rockets add 30 points, with the Nets scoring 29. Houston’s strong shooting, with 57.3% from the field, helped them secure the win at 120-96.

Alperen Sengün had a strong performance for the Houston Rockets. He scored 20 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and had 6 assists. His shooting was efficient, making 8 out of 12 shots.

Kevin Durant also played well for the Rockets. He scored 22 points and provided 11 assists. Durant made 8 of his 15 shots, showing his ability to contribute in multiple areas.

Amen Thompson led all scorers for the Rockets with 23 points. He was accurate, hitting 10 of 12 shots. Thompson also added 4 rebounds and 3 assists to his performance.

What’s Next

The Houston Rockets improved their record to 20-10 with this win. They are now 4th in the Western Conference. This position keeps them in a strong spot for the playoffs. They will look to build on this as they face the Dallas Mavericks next.

The Brooklyn Nets fell to 10-20 after this loss. They are 13th in the Eastern Conference. Their position makes it tough for a playoff push. They will aim to bounce back in their next game against the Washington Wizards.

The Houston Rockets will play their next game on Saturday, January 3, against the Dallas Mavericks. This game will be held at the American Airlines Center. After that, the Rockets will face the Phoenix Suns at home on Monday, January 5.

The Brooklyn Nets will be on the road for their next game against the Washington Wizards on Friday, January 2. This game will take place at the Capital One Arena. Following this, the Nets will return home to play the Denver Nuggets on Sunday, January 4.

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