OKC Thunder vs. Houston Rockets – a rookie smorgasbord

Key Stats:

Keeping in mind we’re dealing with a single game these baselines will undoubtedly shift dramatically as the teams log more matches.

That said, here are the key stats from the initial games.

The Rockets shot poorly from the perimeter (33.3%) and also failed to guard the 3-point line well allowing Minny to register a 42.1 percent efficiency (16 of 38). They had 24 turnovers that led to 38 points for the Wolves. In addition, they were outscored 13 to 31 in fast break points, but crushed scoring in the paint with 58 points.

The OKC Thunder defended the premier well holding the Jazz to 29.8 percent but also failed to succeed from deep themselves shooting 20 percent. Where they excelled was in the fast break where they outscored the Jazz 10 to 0 in fast break points and held their own in the paint (46 to 50) but will need to pay particular attention to the Rockets in this area.