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Just How 'Clutch' Are the Houston Rockets This Season?
- The Houston Rockets improved to 16-6 after a 115-113 win over the LA Clippers in a tightly decided game.
- Amen Thompson scored 12 points in the fourth quarter to help seal the comeback.
- Houston has six clutch wins this season, tied for the 18th most in the league.
- Clutch offense is 113.7, lagging behind their overall offensive rating of 121.4.
- Kevin Durant was held to zero points in the final 12 minutes of the game.
- Rockets rank 15th in clutch defense, showing room for improvement on that end.
- In crunch time, Houston’s pace accelerates, reaching 11th in clutch pace.
- The team relies on its young core and veteran leadership to navigate close games.
- The Rockets’ offense is stronger this season, while defense remains elite according to the article.
- The article notes a fast pace in crunch time that benefits transition opportunities.
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