nba Game Recap
Rockets Down Washington 114-109 - Match Report
The Rockets grabbed a 114-109 win over the Wizards on Sunday, behind a 20-point effort from Jabari Smith Jr. at Capital One Arena.
Bettors who backed the Rockets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 231.0.
Tari Eason had 16 points for Houston and Jalen Green chipped in with 14 points. Alperen Sengun had 6 assists for the Rockets, while Alperen Sengun was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Washington got 22 points from Jordan Goodwin in a losing cause and another 19 points from Quenton Jackson. Johnny Davis contributed 8 assists for the Wizards, while Xavier Cooks had 14 rebounds.
The Rockets hit the break losing 67-55 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 51 boards, while Washington only had 49