Rockets edge Mavericks 135-117 in preseason opener in Macao
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 6:09 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Houston Rockets topped the Dallas Mavericks 135-117 in their preseason debut on October 9, 2026, in Macao, China. Alperen Sengun stood out with a triple-double, recording 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Tari Eason made an impressive impact off the bench with a double-double before halftime. Fred VanVleet returned to the lineup, contributing 17 points and 7 assists, while while the team as a whole shot 50% from three-point range. The Rockets will face the Mavericks again in their next preseason matchup.
- •Rockets defeat Mavericks 135-117 during preseason opener.
- •Alperen Sengun achieves triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists.
- •Tari Eason records a double-double in first half.
- •Fred VanVleet adds 17 points and 7 assists in his return.
- •Next preseason game is against the Mavericks again.
- 6:09 PMYahoo Sports — Rockets Preseason Opener: 3 Takeaways Including VanVleet’s Return
"The Houston Rockets' preseason debut ended in a W for the team with the warning label for its new logo. They defeated the Dallas Mavericks 135-117 in Macao, China. There's only ever so much to be gleaned from Preseason, but here are the three takeaways that Rockets fans can chew on. Sengun and Thompson off …
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