The Rockets defeated the Mavericks, 122-96. Alperen Sengun recorded 22 points and 15 rebounds for the Rockets, with Jabari Smith Jr. adding 21 points and eight rebounds in the victory. Dexter Dennis tallied 18 points, five rebounds, and four assists for the Mavericks in the defeat. The Rockets improve to 14-12 in the regular season, while the Mavericks fall to 16-12.