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Rockets improve to 5-0 with win over Bucks amid Thunder injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:59 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Rockets improve to 5-0 with win over Bucks amid Thunder injuries

Summary

The Houston Rockets remain unbeaten at 5-0 following a decisive 132-100 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 28. Despite missing key players Alperen Şengün, Steven Adams, and Marcus Smart, Houston excelled with Fred VanVleet scoring 24 points and Amen Thompson contributing 23. The loss of Oklahoma City Thunder wings Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace due to serious injuries has reshaped the Western Conference, potentially benefiting Houston's quest for a championship. The Rockets' strong start marks their best since the 2014-15 season.

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By the Numbers

•Rockets defeat Bucks 132-100 on October 28.
•Rockets are 5-0, matching their best start since 2014-15.
•Fred VanVleet leads with 24 points; Amen Thompson adds 23.
•Thunder lose Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to injuries expected to sideline them for months.
•Rockets compete without centers Alperen Şengün and Steven Adams.

Latest Updates

11:59 AMYahoo Sports — The Rockets are 5-0. While it's early, Houston looks like a true contender in NBA's reshaped West

What they're saying

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Houston is winning without two centers, Fred VanVleet is finding his rhythm, and Oklahoma City lost two key wings for months. That has the Rockets looking like a true West contender.
— Yahoo Sports

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