Rockets defeat Hawks 121-114 to start season 3-0
The Houston Rockets beat the Atlanta Hawks 121-114 in Atlanta, improving to 3-0 on the season while the Hawks fell to 2-1, despite missing several key players.
Key points
- Houston won 121-114 in Atlanta’s home opener, moving to 3-0 for the 2026-27 season.
- Kevin Durant led Houston with 22 points on efficient shooting.
- Reed Sheppard added 19 points, seven assists and five threes for the Rockets.
- The Hawks struggled with three‑point shooting and dealt with injuries to Henri Veesaar and Mouhamed Gueye.
On October 25, the Houston Rockets beat the Atlanta Hawks 121-114 in Atlanta's home opener.
The victory moved Houston to a 3-0 record to start the 2026-27 NBA season, while Atlanta fell to 2-1.
Houston played without guard Fred VanVleet, who was out for rest, and forward Marcus Smart, who was out with a forearm injury.
Kevin Durant led the Rockets with 22 points, shooting 8‑15 from the field and 3‑7 from three‑point range, and made all three free throws.
Reed Sheppard contributed 19 points, seven assists and five three‑pointers.
Alperen Şengün added 17 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, and Amen Thompson posted 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Bench player Tari Eason scored 19 points for Houston.
The Hawks recorded 35 team assists but struggled with three‑point shooting, which contributed to the loss.
Atlanta's injury list for the game included forward Henri Veesaar (season‑ending ACL) and forward Mouhamed Gueye (foot).
Your questions, answered
What was the final score of the Rockets vs. Hawks game on Oct. 25?
The Rockets defeated the Hawks 121-114.
How did the Rockets’ record change after the win?
The victory moved Houston to a 3-0 start to the season.
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