Houston Rockets Dominate Orlando Magic for Third Straight Win

Led by Jabari Smith Jr.'s 20 points and a commanding rebounding performance, Houston secured a 97-84 victory despite missing key players.

Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets with 20 points, including five 3-pointers, and played a key role in maintaining Houston's lead.
Steven Adams' dominant performance on the boards contributed 17 rebounds, 11 of which were offensive, highlighting Houston's league-leading rebounding strength.
Orlando struggled offensively, shooting just 32.6% from the field and 25% from three-point range, scoring their third-fewest points of the season.
Paolo Banchero led the Magic with a game-high 25 points, but the team failed to capitalize fully on Houston's 20 turnovers.
The Rockets' balanced scoring and defensive effort overcame the absence of starters Fred VanVleet and Amen Thompson, who were sidelined with ankle injuries.