Rockets Secure Playoff Position with Win Over Grizzlies

The Houston Rockets secured a 119-115 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, solidifying their position as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference with a 25-12 record. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with 32 points and 14 rebounds, while Jalen Green contributed 27 points, marking his fifth consecutive game with over 20 points. Fred VanVleet added 22 points, playing a crucial role in the team's late-game strategy. The Rockets initially built a 17-point lead before Memphis mounted a comeback, led by Ja Morant's 27 points in his return from injury. Despite struggling at the free-throw line, Houston managed to hold on for their third straight win, maintaining a 1.5-game lead over the Grizzlies. The victory also gave the Rockets a 2-0 advantage in their head-to-head matchups this season, crucial for playoff standings.