Jalen Green shone for the Houston Rockets, equaling his career-high with 42 points in a thrilling 120-118 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Rockets, who have now secured their fourth consecutive win, relied on Green's late-game heroics, including a crucial layup to take the lead.

Despite trailing by four points, Memphis rallied back with a 3-pointer from Jaylen Wells and a steal and layup by Brandon Clarke, momentarily leading 115-114. However, Green’s decisive layup and subsequent free throws from Amen Thompson sealed the win for Houston.