The Houston Rockets claimed a significant Western Conference victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 7, 2026, winning 112-106 in Oklahoma City to deliver a statement win against one of the league’s top sides in the absence of two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
The Houston Rockets Vs Oklahoma City Thunder match player stats reflect a contest that showcased the Rockets’ emerging depth, with multiple players contributing across the board to secure a road win that carried substantial implications for the tightly contested playoff seedings.
Tari Eason led Houston with a season-high 26 points, an electric performance that demonstrated the forward’s progression into a genuine two-way threat capable of delivering in high-stakes environments.
Jabari Smith Jr. produced a double-double performance of 22 points and 10 rebounds, reaffirming his growing role as one of Houston’s most reliable contributors throughout the season.
Alperen Sengun was arguably the night’s most complete performer, registering 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists for his tenth career triple-double and his second of the 2025-26 season, solidifying his claim as one of the NBA’s most gifted playmaking centres.
Kevin Durant added 20 points for the Rockets in what was another controlled display from the veteran forward, delivering the short jumper that pushed Houston to a 107-101 lead with just over a minute remaining and effectively putting the game to rest.
Oklahoma City’s Cason Wallace led his side with 23 points from the bench, an impressive individual effort on a night when the Thunder were without Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell, all unavailable through various injury issues.
Isaiah Joe chipped in with 21 points for the home side and Chet Holmgren posted 10 points and 10 rebounds in the first half before the Rockets’ collective pressure wore down the undermanned Thunder in the second half.
Houston Rockets Vs Oklahoma City Thunder Match Player Stats: Houston Box Score
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tari Eason | 26 | 8 | 2 | 10-18 | 3-7 | 3-4 |
| Jabari Smith Jr. | 22 | 10 | 2 | 8-15 | 3-6 | 3-4 |
| Kevin Durant | 20 | 5 | 4 | 8-14 | 1-3 | 3-4 |
| Alperen Sengun | 17 | 12 | 11 | 7-11 | 0-1 | 3-4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 9 | 3 | 6 | 3-9 | 2-5 | 1-2 |
| Dillon Brooks | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3-8 | 2-5 | 0-0 |
| Jalen Green | 7 | 3 | 3 | 3-9 | 1-4 | 0-0 |
| Josh Okogie | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1-4 | 1-3 | 0-0 |
Houston Rockets Vs Oklahoma City Thunder Match Player Stats: Thunder Box Score
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cason Wallace | 23 | 4 | 3 | 8-15 | 4-9 | 3-4 |
| Isaiah Joe | 21 | 3 | 2 | 7-14 | 5-11 | 2-2 |
| Chet Holmgren | 18 | 12 | 3 | 7-13 | 2-5 | 2-2 |
| Luguentz Dort | 14 | 5 | 2 | 5-11 | 3-7 | 1-2 |
| Jaylin Williams | 12 | 8 | 2 | 5-9 | 1-2 | 1-2 |
| JD Davison | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3-7 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
| Kenrich Williams | 6 | 5 | 2 | 2-5 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
Game Summary
| Category | Houston | Oklahoma City |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 112 | 106 |
| Halftime Score | 46 | 52 |
| After Three | 80 | 74 |
| FG% | 48% | 44% |
| 3PT% | 41% | 38% |
| Rebounds | 45 | 48 |
| Assists | 24 | 18 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Largest Lead | 11 | 14 |
The Rockets’ ability to claw back from a six-point halftime deficit and outscore Oklahoma City by fourteen points in the third quarter highlighted their resilience and their capacity to impose their tempo on quality opposition when given the opportunity.
The victory placed Houston in a strong position in the Western Conference standings, maintaining their push for a top-six seed as the regular season headed into its final weeks, setting up a potential first-round playoff encounter that would carry significant weight given the growing rivalry between these two Southwest Conference sides.