HOUSTON — The Oklahoma City Thunder’s dominance over the Houston Rockets was highlighted by a fourth-quarter outburst, prompting a furious response from Rockets coach Ime Udoka after defensive lapses from Reed Sheppard led to easy points for the Thunder. Houston’s struggles continued, with Kevin Durant and Alperen Şengün unable to find offensive rhythm, resulting in a 111-91 defeat and raising concerns about the team’s need for roster adjustments as the trade deadline approaches. Despite a promising start to the season, the Rockets have faltered, sitting sixth in the West with significant issues in playmaking and defense. Discussions regarding potential trades are ongoing, but the team appears hesitant to make major moves.
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