Rockets Outlast Celtics in Last-Second Thriller
Table of Contents
- 1. Rockets Outlast Celtics in Last-Second Thriller
- 2. How did the energy of the home crowd contribute to Amen Thompson’s performance adn the Rockets’ overall victory?
- 3. Rockets Soar Past celtics: A Thrilling Victory in Houston
- 4. Interview with Amen Thompson: Clutch Hero for the Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets soared to victory over the Boston Celtics on Monday night, securing a thrilling 114-112 win. The game came down to the wire, with Amen Thompson delivering a clutch game-winning floater with just 0.7 seconds remaining on the clock. Thompson lead the Rockets with a stellar performance, scoring 33 points.
Dillon Brooks was a sharpshooting force for Houston, knocking down 10 of 15 three-pointers en route to a game-high 36 points. The Rockets’ impressive run continues,now boasting nine wins in their last 11 outings.
Despite the loss,the celtics remained competitive. Jaylen brown paced Boston with 28 points, while Jayson Tatum rallied in the second half, finishing with 19 after a scoreless first half. The Celtics saw contributions from luke kornet (18 points) and Kristaps Porzingis (17 points and 8 rebounds).
Jalen Green, typically a leading scorer for the Rockets, was held to a relatively quiet 12 points.
The back-and-forth contest saw momentum swing throughout. In a crucial sequence, Thompson took the ball just outside the three-point line, drove to the basket, and sank a winning shot over Brown. Prior to that,Tatum had tied the game with a layup with just 5.3 seconds remaining.
Brooks had earlier put the Rockets ahead with his 10th three-pointer, giving them a 108-106 lead with 1:39 left in the game. The Celtics had taken an earlier victory against the Rockets in their first matchup in Houston on January 3rd.
Looking ahead, the Rockets travel to Atlanta to face the Hawks on Tuesday. The Celtics will host the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.
How did the energy of the home crowd contribute to Amen Thompson’s performance adn the Rockets’ overall victory?
Rockets Soar Past celtics: A Thrilling Victory in Houston
Interview with Amen Thompson: Clutch Hero for the Houston Rockets
Amen Thompson’s game-winning floater lifted the Houston Rockets to a dramatic 114-112 victory over the Boston celtics on monday night.The rookie sensation was masterful, leading the Rockets with 33 points and clutch plays down the stretch. We caught up with Thompson after the game to discuss the thrilling win and his journey so far.
Archyde: amen, what were you thinking as you drove to the basket for that game-winning shot?
Amen Thompson: To be honest,it was all instinct.I saw an opening, took a step, and just let it fly. Luckily, it went in. it’s always exciting to make big shots, especially in a close game like this one.
Archyde: Your performance tonight was incredible. Was there a point in the game where you felt like you were in a rhythm or a zone?
Amen thompson: Definitely, the energy from our home crowd was incredible. They kept us going, especially when things got tough.They feed off of that energy and just kept pushing me to keep fighting.
Archyde: Dillon brooks had a phenomenal game as well with 10 three-pointers! How vital was his shooting to your success tonight?
Amen Thompson: Dillon is a great scorer, and when he’s on, it opens up so much for everyone else. He’s a huge asset to our team,and we know we can always count on him to make shots when we need them.
Archyde: Looking ahead, the Rockets have a tough matchup against the Hawks in Atlanta tomorrow. What’s the key to maintaining this momentum?
Amen Thompson: We just need to keep playing hard, keep trusting each other, and focus on our game plan. Every night in this league is a challenge, so we can’t take anything for granted.
