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Rockets Fall 131-127 Against Philadelphia - Game Recap
Houston was victimized by Tyrese Maxey for 42 points as the 76ers defeated the Rockets 131-127 in NBA action on Friday.
The 76ers were a -1.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 224.0.
Tobias Harris had 22 points for Philadelphia and De'Anthony Melton chipped in with 15 points. Tobias Harris had 7 assists for the 76ers, while Marcus Morris Sr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
Houston got 33 points from Fred VanVleet in a losing cause and another 31 points from Jalen Green. Fred VanVleet contributed 10 assists for the Rockets, while Tari Eason had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 63-62 at the break.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-30.
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act on the road to face Chicago looking for another win. For Houston, they head home to face Detroit.