Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards Prediction: Will the Rockets now be able to handle Washington at home?

Houston beat Minnesota, breaking their losing streak. Will the Rockets now be able to handle Washington at home?

The Rockets had lost 13 games in a row but then faced Minnesota, which loves to lose games in which they are the clear favorite. Houston played a great game and took the win (119:114). Jalen Green set a career-high with 42 points, while Alperen Sengun recorded 21 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. The win was only the 11th for Steven Silas' team this season, and with a balance of 11-36, they are solely in control of the Western Conference standings.

The Wizards traded Rui Hachimura to the Lakers and were already facing Dallas on the road without one of their leading role players. Wes Ansel was also without Kristaps Porzingis, who was injured. Nevertheless, Washington beat the powerful Mavs (127:126). Kyle Kuzma had 30 points, Bradley Beal had 22, and Danny Avdia had 15 points and ten rebounds. The Wizards continue their pursuit of the play-in zone in the East and, with a 21-26 balance, are now just one win behind the top 10.

Washington showed their class in their game against Dallas. It's unclear what was preventing the team from reaching their potential the entire first half of the league, but maybe they're up to it now. At the very least, Wes Unseld's team should be able to build on their success in their game against Houston. The Rockets broke a long losing streak with great effort and the best game of Jalen Green's career, and for the second game in a row, Green might not get 40+.