The Rockets were finally able to earn their first win of the season days ago, downing the Brooklyn Nets, 137-109, in a strong two-way performance. Tari Eason sa

The Houston Rockets did not expect to start their 2025-26 regular season with a pair of losses, but that trend should end tonight.

Udoka chose to slot the 6'4” Josh Okogie into the starting lineup for the first time, replacing the 6'11” Steven Adams. And while Okogie only chipped in 10 points of his own, his presence opened the floor and created better opportunities for his teammates.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/rockets as Houston Rockets vs. Brooklyn Nets Injury Report. Over the offseason, the Rockets were rightfully lauded as one of the top teams in the NBA, having traded for superstar Kevin Durant.

The Rockets look to rebound from two consecutive losses and get their first win of the season on Monday against the also-winless Nets at Toyota Center.

Tari Eason led the Rockets in scoring, finishing with 22 points. He scored 20 in the first half, knocking down five of his first six three-pointers to provide some much needed offense off the bench. Durant also had a strong showing, scoring 19 points despite sitting for most of the second half because of the team’s massive lead on the scoreboard.

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The Houston Rockets (1-2) and Toronto Raptors (1-3) meet Wednesday from the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. Tip is set for 6:30 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Rockets vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (1-3) and Brooklyn Nets (0-4) meet Wednesday. Tipoff from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Tari Eason anotó 22 puntos, Alperen Sengun añadió 21 tantos, seis rebotes y seis asistencias, y los Rockets de Houston consiguieron su primera victoria de la temporada al vencer el lunes 137-109 a los Nets de Brooklyn.