Houston could not seem to miss from beyond the arc in their 147-119 win over Utah Saturday night.
The Rockets converted 27 of their 49 three-point attempts, shooting a whopping 55.1% from three, compared to Utah's 29.7%. Rockets guard Fred VanVleet accounted for 10 of Houston’s 27 made threes, finishing the night with 34 points and seven assists.
However, VanVleet was not the only Rockets guard with a hot hand. His counterpart in the backcourt, Jalen Green, scored 41 points to lead all scorers, converting seven three-point baskets and finishing the game with a 68% FG%. Green was awarded the Intuit Credit Karma player of the game.
JG's been on an incredible run
— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) March 24, 2024
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The next leading scorer for Houston was Jeff Green, who came off the bench to contribute 21 points and four three-pointers to the frenzy from beyond the arc. Vanfleet, Jeff Green, and Jalen Green combined for 21 of Houston's 27 three-pointers, shooting 62% from three.
Houston has only lost a single game in the month of March, adding 10 Ws to their win collum. They currently sit on the bubble for a possible play-in tournament appearance. The Rockets take on the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, March 3rd, hoping to capture their ninth straight win and continue climbing the rankings in the West.