The Houston Rockets dominated the San Antonio Spurs from start to finish to win 118-106 on Wednesday. Houston led 64-36 at halftime and never looked back. Amen Thompson led the Rockets with 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists and two blocks.
Jalen Green, who carried the home team's offense in the first half, finished with 21 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Alperen Sengun contributed nine points, 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 19 minutes.
None of the Spurs starters reached double-digit scoring. Keldon Johnson and Stephon Castle came off the bench to combine for 44 points, 12 rebounds, seven assists and four steals. San Antonio lost the season series 3-1 to Houston.

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San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets player stats and box score
San Antonio Spurs player stats and box score
Houston Rockets player stats and box score
San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets Game Summary
The San Antonio Spurs continued their four-game road trip with a showdown against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. Without Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs hoped to end a three-game losing slump and even the season series with their opponents.
Jalen Green pushed the Rockets to a 34-20 lead in the first quarter. Green had 10 points and two assists. Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson helped the team to a commanding advantage after 12 minutes. Houston's defense held San Antonio to 1-for-9 shooting from deep.
The Spurs played better in the second quarter behind their bench. Keldon Johnson dropped 12 points, four rebounds and two assists in the first half. Jeremy Sochan added seven points and five rebounds. Stephon Castle also stepped up, delivering six points, two assists, two rebounds and two steals.
However, San Antonio still lost the quarter 30-26 to trail 64-46 at halftime.
The Rockets continued to pound on the Spurs in the third quarter. Amen Thompson, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and Alperen Sengun kept their dominance. Houston led 101-75 entering the final frame.
The Spurs got a strong push from the bench against the Rockets. Houston emptied its bench early to give life to the visitors. Still, the Rockets cruised to a 118-106 win.
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