Houston Rockets struggle with defense, turnovers in loss to Suns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 7:30 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
The Houston Rockets lost their second consecutive game, falling 102-99 to the Phoenix Suns on November 7. Early defensive lapses and 14 turnovers contributed to the Rockets' struggles, allowing the Suns to dominate the first quarter. Despite a comeback effort that tied the game at halftime, the Rockets could not maintain momentum. Devin Booker led the Suns with 24 points, including a crucial late-game run to secure the win. The Rockets aim to address their defensive issues in upcoming practices.
- •Houston trailed by 18 points before tying the game at halftime.
- •Devin Booker scored 9 of his 24 points late to seal the victory for Phoenix.
- •The Rockets committed 14 turnovers, leading to 15 points for the Suns.
- •Houston led by a small-ball lineup during a strong second-quarter surge.
- •Rockets coach Ime Udoka emphasized the need for better starts in games.
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets lose second straight: What went wrong against the Suns
"Early lapses on defense, too many turnovers and not play at a fast pace add up to a second loss in a row for Rockets.
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