The Houston Rockets held off the Milwaukee Bucks 119–113 to secure a six-point NBA win in a game powered by efficient shooting on both sides. Houston’s offense was balanced and ball-moving, finishing with 30 assists while converting 23-of-45 from the field (51.0%). Milwaukee matched that field-goal efficiency at 25-of-49 (51.0%) and won the rebounding battle 45–42, but couldn’t generate enough extra offense to overcome Houston’s perimeter volume. The Rockets leaned heavily on their spacing and three-point output, knocking down 18 threes on 42 attempts. Rookie guard R. Sheppard led Houston with 27 points, providing steady scoring pressure and helping keep Milwaukee from fully loading up on Alperen Şengün. Şengün added 25 points, giving the Rockets a reliable interior option to counter Milwaukee’s own hot shooting from deep (17-of-40). Milwaukee was paced by Ousmane Dieng’s game-high 36 points, with C. Ryan (25 points) and P. Nance (23 points) supplying additional scoring. Despite those performances and a +3 edge on the glass, the Bucks finished with just 21 assists, and their offense relied more on individual creation than Houston’s. That contrast showed up late as the Rockets repeatedly found open looks and timely finishes to protect their lead. Going forward, Houston can point to the combination of high assist totals and three-point volume as a winning formula, especially when complemented by Şengün’s inside scoring. For Milwaukee, the scoring output was strong, but improving offensive connectivity—turning possessions into higher-quality looks through more consistent playmaking—will be key in close games where a few late possessions can decide the outcome.