The Raptors defeated the Rockets, 117-111. Fred VanVleet recorded 32 points, five rebounds, and four assists for the Raptors, while Pascal Siakam added 23 points, six rebounds, and four assists in the victory. Alperen Sengun tallied 21 points, four rebounds, and four assists for the Rockets in the losing effort. The Raptors improve to 24-30 on the season, while the Rockets fall to 13-39.
Jalen Green and the #Rockets haven't played at Madison Square Garden since November 2021, but that changes Monday in Houston's final back-to-back of the 2022-23 season.
The Cavaliers defeated the Rockets 108-91. Jarrett Allen led Cleveland with 24 points, 14 rebounds, and three blocks as Donovan Mitchell added 22 points and five rebounds. Jalen Green led Houston with 30 points and four assists in the loss. With the win, the Cavaliers improve to 48-28 while the Rockets fall to 18-57 with the loss.With the victory, the Cavaliers have officially clinched a spot in the 2023 NBA Playoffs.
With 30 points on elite efficiency, Jalen Green did his part in a battle with fellow second-year prospect Evan Mobley in Cleveland. The #Rockets supporting cast, however, was underwhelming.
Sunday was Kevin Porter Jr.'s first time playing in Cleveland since being traded to Houston. Stephen Silas, Rafael Stone, and Cavaliers coach JB Bickerstaff all praised his personal growth.
He has been a steal for the Jazz.