The Rockets defeated the Jazz, 140-127 tonight in Houston. Kevin Durant contributed a team-high 20 points to go with 2 rebounds, with Amen Thompson adding an additional 19 points (9-15 FG, 1-1 3P) and 6 assists in the game. Ace Bailey finished with a team-high 25 points along with 6 rebounds for the Jazz in the losing effort. The Rockets improve their record to 2-0 with the win, while the Jazz fall to 0-1 for the season.