A Decisive Second-Half Surge
The Houston Rockets secured their fourth consecutive victory on Monday, October 26, 2026, by defeating the visiting Atlanta Hawks 120-110 at Toyota Center. Alperen Sengun was the engine behind the home team's success, finishing with 29 points and nine assists. The game’s momentum shifted decisively in the third quarter, where Houston outscored Atlanta 28-19.
This 9-point differential in the third period allowed the Rockets to build a comfortable cushion that the Hawks were unable to overcome in the final frame. With 18,055 fans in attendance, the crowd witnessed a balanced offensive effort from Houston, though the defensive stoppage in the third quarter proved to be the defining factor in the outcome.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The first quarter was competitive, with the Hawks leading 35-32 at the break of the first period. Houston responded in the second quarter, tying the game 63-63 at halftime after a 31-31 scoring split in that period. The Hawks had started the game strong, scoring 35 points in the first quarter, but their offensive output dropped to 19 points in the third quarter.
Houston capitalized on this dip, scoring 28 points in the third and 29 in the fourth. The final quarter saw the Hawks score 25 points, but it was not enough to close the gap. The Rockets' consistent scoring in the second half, totaling 57 points, outweighed Atlanta's 44 points in the same span.