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Kevin Durant Assigns Clear Blame After Rockets' Double OT Loss to Thunder

Kevin Durant Assigns Clear Blame After Rockets' Double OT Loss to Thunder

Summary

Kevin Durant, playing for the Houston Rockets, took responsibility for their narrow loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in double overtime. The game ended 125-124 after Durant fouled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, allowing him to make two free throws that clinched the win for the Thunder.

Key Facts

  • The Rockets lost to the Thunder 125-124 in a double overtime game.
  • Kevin Durant fouled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, leading to the final two winning points for the Thunder.
  • Durant scored 23 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and had three assists in the game.
  • Durant blamed himself for the loss due to missed opportunities, including a missed free throw and the late foul.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, five rebounds, and five assists for the Thunder.
  • Alperen Şengün led the Rockets with 39 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists.
  • Amen Thompson contributed with 18 points, five assists, and four rebounds for the Rockets.
  • The Rockets will play the Detroit Pistons in their next game.

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