nba Game Recap
Rockets Down Memphis 140-112 - Match Report
The battle between the Rockets and Grizzlies didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Memphis was handed a 140-112 defeat on Wednesday at Toyota Center.
Houston won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -12.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 237.5.
Houston got 33 points from Russell Westbrook and another 30 points from James Harden. Russell Westbrook contributed 8 assists, while Russell Westbrook cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Memphis got 22 points from Dillon Brooks in a losing cause and another 16 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Ja Morant contributed 9 assists for the Grizzlies, while Jonas Valanciunas had 10 rebounds.
The Rockets hit the break winning 73-47 before taking care of business in the second half.
Memphis had a 49-44 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Celtics. The Grizzlies will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Sacramento.