PHILADELPHIA — In an exciting game on Wednesday night, Jalen Green achieved a new personal best this season by scoring 41 points, while Alperen Sengun contributed significantly with 22 points and 14 rebounds. As a result, the Houston Rockets triumphed over the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 122-115 after overtime.

Despite the loss, Tyrese Maxey had an impressive performance, netting 39 points, including 28 in the second half. The 76ers were without key players Paul George and Joel Embiid, which contributed to their current record of 3-14. Maxey notably tied the game towards the end of regulation with three crucial free throws, although he did not score during the overtime period.

Green was on fire in the first quarter, putting up 18 points with an efficient shooting performance of 6-of-8. However, it was Sengun, the tall center from Turkey standing at 6-foot-11, who made his presence felt late in the game against a smaller Philadelphia lineup that was focused on defending Green.

Amen Thompson also made a noteworthy contribution with 19 points and 13 rebounds, while Tari Eason added 14 points for the Rockets, who improved to a 14-6 record. For the 76ers, Guerschon Yabusele led the scoring in defeat with 22 points.

Key Takeaways:

For the Rockets, their strength on the boards continues to be a crucial factor in their performance. Houston ranked first in the league with an average of 49.9 rebounds per game prior to the matchup and outperformed the 76ers by grabbing 52 rebounds compared to Philadelphia’s 42.

As for the 76ers, the absence of George and Embiid has left them seeking additional offensive options apart from Maxey. Yabusele provided a brief spark in Wednesday’s game, although Jared McCain struggled, finishing with only 15 points on a shooting percentage of 6-of-19.

Key Moment:

The tension of overtime ramped up when Yabusele began with a corner three-pointer to give the 76ers a slight three-point advantage. However, Houston responded with a 9-0 run, featuring three consecutive layups from Sengun after Green had tied the game with three free throws.

Key Stat:

Philadelphia’s struggles this season are highlighted by their one win achieved in regulation through 17 games played so far.

Upcoming Games:

The Rockets will be back on the court hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, while the 76ers are set to face off against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday.