The Houston Rockets secured a narrow 114-110 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night, snapping a five-year winless streak against their opponents. Dillon Brooks was the star of the night, propelling the Rockets to a hard-fought win in Toronto.
The win helped the Toronto team improve to a 19-9 record, placing them third in the Western Conference. For the Raptors, the loss dropped them to a disappointing 7-22 record, sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference. This marked their seventh consecutive loss and their sixth straight defeat at home.
Houston Rockets Edge Raptors Behind Dillon Brooks’ Heroics and Balanced Team Effort
Dillon Brooks delivered a stellar performance, scoring 27 points, grabbing six rebounds, and recording three steals. He dominated the third quarter, scoring 13 points to give the Rockets the edge in a closely contested matchup. Brooks also showcased his precision at the free-throw line, making 13 of 14 attempts, outscoring the Raptors in that category alone.
Dillon Brooks tonight:
— StatMuse (@statmuse) December 23, 2024
27 PTS
6 REB
3 STL
13-14 FT
Hit more free throws than the Raptors. pic.twitter.com/CfCd3I0La3
Jalen Green added 22 points and seven rebounds, continuing to show his scoring prowess. Alperen Sengun recorded a double-double with 17 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and three blocks, while Jabari Smith Jr. contributed with 15 points, nine rebounds, and four blocks. Cam Whitmore added 11 points and Amen Thompson scored 10 points in the win.
Ja’Kobe Walter was a bright spot for Toronto, finishing with a career-high 27 points before fouling out. Jamal Shead also had a strong performance, recording 11 points and a career-high 10 assists. Chris Boucher and Ochai Agbaji each added 15 points, while Gradey Dick contributed 14 points and six assists.
However, the Raptors’ struggles on both ends of the floor prevented them from closing out the game, further extending their losing streak. Both teams are back in action Monday. The Houston Rockets will play against the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors will head to New York to face the New York Knicks.
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