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Can the Houston Rockets Maintain Momentum After Dominating Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center?

In a display of offensive firepower, the Houston Rockets outpaced the Charlotte Hornets with a final score of 138-104. The Rockets' season record now stands at 21-23, while the Hornets fall to a challenging 10-33.


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The game held at Spectrum Center saw the Rockets take control early on, finishing the first quarter with a slight edge. However, it was in the third quarter where they truly shone, amassing an impressive 44 points and extending their lead significantly. The team's scoring prowess continued into the fourth quarter as they added another 39 points to their tally.


Houston's performance was underpinned by remarkable shooting accuracy; they achieved a field goal percentage of 56 and were particularly effective from two-point range with a success rate of 66 percent. Their three-point attempts also found their mark at an impressive rate of 39 percent.


Defensively, the Rockets were just as imposing. They racked up an imposing total of ten blocks and seven steals over four quarters. This defensive solidity contributed to their largest lead in the game stretching to an overwhelming 41 points.


The team's bench played a crucial role in this victory by contributing a substantial 65 points to Houston's total score. Additionally, efficient ball movement was evident as evidenced by their tallying up of thirty-four assists throughout the game.


On top of that, rebounding was key for Houston; they dominated both ends of the court with sixty rebounds—eleven offensive and forty-nine defensive—which played no small part in securing possession and building momentum during critical phases.


While it is important not to overlook Charlotte’s efforts – which included seven blocks and six steals – it was clear that this night belonged to Houston who led for over thirty-six minutes compared to just over eight minutes for Charlotte.


Looking ahead, fans can catch The Houston Rockets' next challenge when they face off against Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 27th at 5:00 PM Central Time (CT). This encounter will be broadcasted on YES Network channel number six hundred thirty-one as well as Space City Home Network channel number six hundred seventy-four for those following from afar.

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