Nets Defeat Rockets 110-98 for Second Straight Win

The Brooklyn Nets achieved a significant 110-98 victory over the Houston Rockets, marking their first back-to-back wins since November. Ziaire Williams led the Nets with 21 points, while D'Angelo Russell contributed 18 points as six players scored in double figures. The Nets capitalized on the Rockets' struggles, particularly in the second quarter, where Houston shot just 5-for-22, leading to a 53-38 halftime deficit. Despite Jalen Green's game-high 29 points, the Rockets were hindered by the absence of key players Alperen Sengun and Fred VanVleet due to injuries. Brooklyn's defense proved effective, limiting Houston to 40 percent shooting overall and forcing 10 turnovers. The win sets the stage for a six-game homestand for the Nets, beginning with a rematch against the Rockets.