There are other reasons the Mavericks couldn't come close to beating the Thunder, because OKC's defense is just that great, but it doesn't get much easier on Saturday night against the Houston Rockets.

The Rockets went on a 24-9 run in the first half and 21-9 surge in the second half. The Suns trailed by as many as 30 points Friday in falling to 0-2 versus Houston. HOUSTON – Dillon Brooks was ready.

The Rockets’ early success comes with warning signs that could impact their long-term championship hopes in 2025-26.

Amen Thompson is one of the league's most unique point guards. And that's probably an understatement.  Granted, he's not a point guard. Let's first note that. S

Dillon Brooks will make his return to Houston for the first time since being sent to Phoenix as part of the Kevin Durant trade.

During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Morris wore only jersey No. 2 and put up 7.1 points and 3.3 rebounds per game.

Alperen Şengün, Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson — scored at least 20 points as Houston ran away from the Sacramento Kings.

Houston is 2-1 this week (so far), and the rise of another Western Conference team has resulted in a slight drop in the power rankings.