Jalen Green was instrumental in the Houston Rockets' 135-112 victory over the Washington Wizards, scoring 22 of his 29 points during a dominant third quarter. The Rockets improved their record to 6-1 on the road against Eastern Conference teams, showcasing a strong performance despite a slow start that saw them trailing by 20 points in the first quarter. Alperen Sengun contributed significantly with 26 points and 10 rebounds, while Amen Thompson added a remarkable 20 points and 15 rebounds.

The Wizards struggled without key players, with Corey Kispert leading their scoring with 23 points. Jordan Poole missed another game due to a bruised hip, and Kyle Kuzma departed at halftime with a calf injury, making it hard for Washington to sustain their performance.