Warriors Sneak Past Rockets In OT After Hield's 27-Point Outburst
Houston Rockets 141 - 144 Sacramento Kings
In a thrilling overtime battle, the Sacramento Kings came out on top against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night, with Buddy Hield leading the way with a remarkable 27-point performance.
The game was a back-and-forth affair from start to finish, with neither team able to gain a significant advantage. The Rockets, led by Jalen Green's 25 points, kept the Kings at bay throughout the regulation period. However, Hield's hot shooting kept Sacramento in the game, and his clutch three-pointer in the final seconds of regulation sent the game into overtime.
In overtime, the Kings took control of the game and never looked back. Hield continued to pour in points, while De'Aaron Fox added 18 points and 10 assists. The Rockets were unable to keep pace, and the Kings eventually pulled away for a 144-141 victory.
Hield's performance was a key factor in the win for Sacramento. He shot 50% from the field, including 8-of-15 from three-point range. He also added 5 rebounds and 4 assists.
The win was a big one for the Kings, who are now 3-3 on the season. The Rockets, on the other hand, dropped to 1-4.