Rockets Defeat Mavericks 128-110 in Season Opener

Rockets Secure Season Opener

The Houston Rockets opened their 2026-27 campaign with a decisive 128-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday at Toyota Center. Kevin Durant led the offensive charge for Houston, finishing with 30 points. The home team improved its record to 1-0, while the visiting Mavericks dropped to 0-1 on the season.

First Half Momentum

Houston established an early lead, closing the first quarter with a 32-26 advantage. The Rockets extended their cushion during the second period, outscoring Dallas 38-12 to enter halftime leading 70-38. Fred VanVleet controlled the tempo for the home side, distributing 11 assists throughout the game. Alperen Sengun provided a strong presence on the glass, recording 10 rebounds for Houston.

Third Quarter Scoring

The Mavericks attempted a comeback in the third quarter, scoring 38 points to narrow the gap. However, Houston responded with 30 points of its own, maintaining a comfortable lead as the game entered the final frame. Durant continued to be a focal point in the post, while Sengun continued to draw fouls and score inside.

The Rockets led by 28 points going into the fourth quarter.

Final Quarter and Result

In the fourth quarter, Dallas scored 34 points, but Houston held its own with 28 points to secure the win. Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks in scoring with 32 points. Naji Marshall contributed 6 assists for Dallas, while Zaccharie Risacher grabbed 6 rebounds.

The attendance at Toyota Center was 18,055. The Rockets’ balanced attack and defensive effort proved too much for the Mavericks to overcome in this season-opening matchup.

Sources

ESPN