The Oklahoma City Thunder fell to the Houston Rockets in their Christmas Day rematch, 113-109. A game after struggling to finish against both Utah and Minnesota, the 2nd half again proved to be the Thunder’s nemesis. After taking an 8 point lead into the half, much of what got them there disappeared as James Harden led a 2nd half surge for their 7th win in 8 games. OKC meanwhile drops their 2nd straight as the usual suspects manifested this afternoon.
The Thunder defense was on point in the first half, with Russell Westbrook facilitating the offense while limiting his shot attempts.