The Rockets defeated the Bucks 119-113. Sheppard contributed 27 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Shen Jing added 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. For the Bucks, Dieng scored 36 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Ryan contributed 25 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists.

In the first quarter, Durant and Shen Jing led the Rockets to a quick lead, while Shepard's hot shooting from beyond the arc, hitting consecutive three-pointers, pushed the Rockets' lead to double digits at one point. At the end of the first quarter, the Rockets led 27-20. In the second quarter, the Rockets continued their offensive onslaught, maintaining a 14-point lead. However, the Bucks, led by Dieng and Nance, continued to close the gap. At halftime, the Rockets led 54-44.

After switching sides, the Rockets extended their lead to 20 points. However, the Bucks responded with consecutive three-pointers, sparking a comeback and narrowing the gap to single digits, led by Dieng. At the end of the third quarter, the Rockets led 85-78 . In the final quarter, the Bucks once closed the gap to just 4 points. At the crucial moment, Shen Jing stabilized the situation, and Durant made two free throws in the final moments to seal the victory. Ultimately, the Rockets defeated the Bucks 119-113 .

Bucks player statistics

Dieng : 36 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists; Ryan: 25 points , 2 rebounds , 4 assists; Nance: 23 points , 3 rebounds ; Green: 15 points , 8 rebounds , 2 assists; Jackson: 8 points , 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Sims: 6 points , 20 rebounds , 2 assists

Rockets player statistics

Shepard 27 points , 4 rebounds , 6 assists; Shen Jing 25 points, 8 rebounds , 4 assists; Durant 19 points , 5 rebounds, 9 assists; Thompson 18 points , 9 rebounds , 5 assists; Smith 12 points , 7 rebounds , 4 assists; Okogie 8 points , 1 rebound , 1 assist; Ethan 5 points , 2 rebounds; Holiday 3 points, 1 rebound; Capela 2 points , 5 rebounds

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