Rockets Secure Eighth Straight Win with Victory Over Magic

Houston defeats Orlando 116-108, clinching the season series as Jalen Green and Paolo Banchero deliver standout performances.

Houston Rockets extend their winning streak to eight games, improving to a 45-25 record and solidifying second place in the Western Conference.
Jalen Green scores 26 points, marking his fifth consecutive game with at least 20 points, and leads Houston to a season series win over Orlando.
Paolo Banchero shines for the Magic with 31 points, his 12th 30-plus point game this season, but Orlando falls to 32-38 in the Eastern Conference standings.
Injuries continue to impact both teams, with Rockets' Amen Thompson expected to return for their next game and Magic's Cole Anthony sidelined with a toe strain.
Houston's zone defense disrupts Orlando's offense, forcing turnovers and limiting their scoring efficiency, while the Rockets capitalize on second-chance points.