Sheppard scores 29 points as Rockets defeat Hawks 133-115

2025-10-17 08:06

On October 17th, the NBA preseason continued, with the Houston Rockets defeating the Atlanta Hawks 133-115 on the road. The Rockets' young lineup exploded, with Sheppard scoring 29 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, and Okogie contributing 28 points, showcasing the team's strong overall offensive firepower.

In the first quarter, the Rockets quickly got into the game, with Okogie scoring 11 points in a hot hand , leading the Rockets to a 31-27 lead. In the second quarter, the two sides engaged in a fierce offensive battle, and the Hawks relied on Porzingis's strong performance to overtake the score, leading 61-60 at halftime.

In the third quarter, the Rockets regained control of the rhythm, with Sheppard and Davidson hitting consecutive shots, creating a climax in the offense and establishing a double-digit lead. Although the Hawks struggled to catch up, the Rockets maintained their lead at 95-87.

In the final quarter, the Rockets' offense blossomed, and Sheppard led another scoring frenzy, successfully clinching the victory. In the end, the Rockets defeated the Hawks 133-115, earning a preseason victory.

Rockets player statistics

Sheppard had 29 points, 6 rebounds , and 6 assists; Okogie had 28 points , 3 rebounds , and 3 assists; Crawford had 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists; A-Holiday had 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists; Green had 16 points , 8 rebounds, and 3 assists; Davidson had 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists; Harris had 10 points and 7 rebounds; and Matthews had 1 rebound and 2 assists.

Hawks player statistics

Rizashe had 24 points, 7 rebounds , and 3 assists; Porzingis had 23 points, 13 rebounds , and 2 assists; Walker had 17 points , 2 rebounds , and 2 assists; Young had 12 points , 7 rebounds , and 10 assists; Kennard had 8 points , 3 assists; Dante had 7 points, 7 rebounds; Newell had 6 points, 4 rebounds , and 1 assist; Wallace had 6 points, 1 rebound, and 5 assists.