The Houston Rockets secured the number one seed in the Western Conference with a dominant 121-94 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night. Jalen Green led the way with 34 points and seven assists in what coach Ime Udoka described as the team's most complete performance of the season.
Houston's defense held Denver to just 38 percent shooting from the field and forced 19 turnovers. Alperen Sengun added a double-double with 18 points and 13 rebounds as the Rockets improved to 58-21 on the year.
With home court advantage now locked up throughout the Western Conference playoffs, Houston can focus on rest and preparation for their first-round matchup, which is expected to begin later this month.
