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James Harden, Rockets shut down Bucks with late run, impressive defensive stand

It took a late run and a record-tying amount of 3-point shots, but the Houston Rockets are still undefeated inside the NBA’s bubble at Walt Disney World.

The Rockets surged ahead late on Sunday night to knock off the Milwaukee Bucks 120-116 in a thrilling finish, marking their second-straight since play resumed.

“We fought through it,” said Russell Westbrook, who led the Rockets with 31 points and eight assists. “Adversity showed up. Adversity showed up, and we showed out. I’m so proud of all our guys. This locker room did an amazing job competing for 48 minutes.