Rockets Defeat Bucks 132-100 in Fiserv Forum

Houston Secures Dominant Road Victory

The Houston Rockets extended their perfect start to the season on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 132-100 at Fiserv Forum. The victory moves Houston to 5-0, while the home team falls to 1-4 after a difficult outing in front of 12,232 spectators.

First Half Control

Houston established early momentum, taking a 23-21 lead after the first quarter. The Rockets' offense began to pull away significantly in the second period. They outscored Milwaukee 34-14 in the frame, building an insurmountable gap before halftime.

Jabari Smith Jr. contributed three-pointers, while Fred VanVleet hit a crucial 25-foot jumper late in the half. The first half ended with Houston comfortably ahead, having capitalized on Milwaukee's offensive struggles.

Third Quarter Expansion

The Rockets continued their dominance in the third quarter, outscoring the Bucks 38-34. Fred VanVleet was instrumental, hitting multiple jumpers and free throws to extend the lead. He finished with a game-high 24 points along with five assists.

Tyler Herro led Milwaukee with 23 points, attempting to keep his team competitive. However, Houston's depth and shooting efficiency prevented any significant comeback attempts. The Rockets' defense held firm, limiting Milwaukee's scoring opportunities despite some successful three-point shooting from the Bucks' perimeter players.

Fourth Quarter Conclusion

Milwaukee managed to win the fourth quarter 31-37 in terms of points allowed, but the deficit was too large to overcome. Bogdan Bogdanovic provided a spark for Houston with several late three-pointers. The final score reflected Houston's comprehensive control of the game.

Key contributors included Tari Eason, who grabbed nine rebounds for the Rockets. For Milwaukee, Kel'el Ware led all rebounders with eight, and Kasparas Jakucionis dished out six assists. The loss marks a challenging start to the year for the Bucks, while Houston remains undefeated.

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