Whitehead's 26 points weren't enough to salvage the Rockets' 132-101 victory over the Grizzlies.
2026-04-15 14:09
April 15th - The Rockets defeated the Grizzlies 132-101. Clint Capela had 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Ethan contributed 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists. For the Grizzlies, Whitehead scored 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Rupert had 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists.
In the first quarter, the Grizzlies initially took the lead. However, the Rockets scored repeatedly inside, with Ethan and Tate attacking the basket for baskets. At the end of the first quarter, the Rockets led 32-26. In the second quarter, the Rockets hit consecutive three-pointers, and Capela and Ethan scored frequently in the paint, extending their lead to over 20 points at one point. At halftime, the Rockets led 66-45.
After switching sides, the Rockets continued their hot streak, quickly pushing the lead past 25 points. Although the Grizzlies tried to close the gap with Lüper and Small, the Rockets maintained their efficient offensive output. At the end of the third quarter, the Rockets still led 100-71 . In the final quarter, the Rockets' bench continued their offensive intensity, extending the lead to over 30 points. The Grizzlies managed a few points, but it wasn't enough to prevent a comeback. Ultimately, the Rockets defeated the Grizzlies 132-101 .
Grizzlies player statistics
Whitehead 26 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Lüper 21 points , 12 rebounds , 5 assists; Small 18 points, 3 rebounds , 1 assist; Williamson 15 points , 6 rebounds, 3 assists; Mashak 11 points , 1 rebound, 11 assists; Okani 6 points, 7 rebounds , 1 assist; Gibson 4 points, 4 rebounds , 1 assist
Rockets player statistics
Capela 23 points, 13 rebounds, 1 assist; Ethan 20 points , 8 rebounds , 3 assists; Shepard 19 points , 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Tate 13 points , 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Newton 12 points , 3 rebounds; Crawford 11 points, 6 rebounds , 1 assist; Finney - Smith 9 points, 2 rebounds , 1 assist; Davidson 9 points , 10 rebounds, 7 assists
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