Sat Apr 05 03:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Rockets Snap Thunder’s Winning Streak with Dominant Victory
**Houston, TX** – The Houston Rockets ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s impressive 11-game winning streak Friday night, defeating them 125-111 in a thrilling matchup. Jalen Green led the Rockets with 34 points, while Alperen Sengun contributed a strong 31-point performance. This victory improves Houston’s record against the top-seeded Thunder to 2-3.
Despite trailing by as much as 23 points in the first half, the Thunder mounted a comeback, narrowing the gap to nine points with seven and a half minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. However, a crucial 7-2 run spearheaded by Green, including a key three-pointer, effectively stifled Oklahoma City’s momentum.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who reached 20 points for the 70th consecutive game, surpassing Michael Jordan’s record for the fourth-longest single-season streak, led the Thunder’s scoring effort with 22 points. Jalen Williams added 33 points for Oklahoma City, and Chet Holmgren impressed with a career-high six 3-pointers after a recent shooting slump.
The Rockets dominated the boards, outrebounding the Thunder 48-33. Houston’s victory was particularly notable given the absence of Dillon Brooks, who served a one-game suspension.
The Rockets will face the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, while the Thunder will begin a two-game series against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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