The Houston Rockets bounced back from a 0-2 start with a commanding 137-109 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at the Toyota Center. From tip-off, the Rockets dominated, dismantling a younger Nets squad and controlling the game from start to finish.
 
Seven Houston players reached double figures, led by Tari Eason, who contributed 22 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Alperen Sengun added 21 points, while Kevin Durant chipped in 19, helping the Rockets secure a decisive home victory.
 
For Brooklyn, Terance Mann led the way with 21 points and six rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with Houston’s balanced attack.
 
The Rockets will hit the road next to face the Toronto Raptors, while the Nets will look for their first win of the season against the Atlanta Hawks.