Can the Houston Rockets Outshine the Phoenix Suns at Toyota Center?

As the Houston Rockets prepare to host the Phoenix Suns at Toyota Center, fans are eager to see whether their team can continue its recent trend of competitive play. The Rockets have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few outings, but there's an upward trajectory that's hard to ignore.

In their most recent game against the New York Knicks, the Rockets clinched a narrow victory with a final score of 105-103. This win was characterized by strong defensive efforts and an ability to capitalize on turnovers, scoring 12 points off them. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood out at 2.0, indicating smart ball handling and teamwork.

However, just prior to this win, they faced a tough loss against the Atlanta Hawks with a scoreline of 113-122. Despite putting up impressive numbers from bench players who contributed 33 points and maintaining decent shooting percentages across the board (44 percent from field goals), they were unable to contain Atlanta's offense.

The game before Atlanta saw another close contest where Houston fell short by just three points against Toronto Raptors (104-107). The bench again played a significant role pouring in half of team’s total points – showcasing depth in their roster.

A recurring theme for Houston has been their tenacity in paint battles and fast-break situations. They've consistently scored well in these areas which could be pivotal against Phoenix Suns' defense.

The upcoming match promises excitement as both teams will look to assert dominance early on. For Houston playing at home is always an advantage; however, they'll need more than just crowd support if they're going to overcome a formidable opponent like Phoenix.

Fans can catch all action live from Toyota Center on February 24th at Space City Home Network channel 674 or AZFamily for those following away team coverage. The game is scheduled for tip-off at 7:00 PM Central Time (US/Central).