The Houston Rockets defeated the visiting Milwaukee Bucks, 97-92, at Toyota Center on Sunday.

There were 11 ties and nine lead changes in this game, with neither club ever grabbing a double-digit lead. The Rockets rode a 23-13 fourth quarter to their victory, finishing the game on a 14-3 run across the final 4:23. Houston shot 44 percent from the field and 92 percent from the free-throw line while holding Milwaukee to 37 percent from the field and 78 percent from the charity stripe. The Rockets recorded 23 assists to 12 turnovers, while the Bucks had 18 assists to 15 turnovers.

The Bucks (19-7) were led by Jrue Holiday, collecting 25 points, six rebounds, eight assists and three steals. Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 16 points, 18 rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Bobby Portis led the bench with 17 points, 15 rebounds and two assists. Khris Middleton played just six minutes, departing due to an injury.

The Rockets (8-18) were led by Jalen Green, generating 30 points, seven rebounds and three assists. Kevin Porter Jr provided 18 points, three rebounds, seven assists and two steals. Jabari Smith totaled six points, 10 rebounds, two assists and three steals, while KJ Martin Jr led the bench with 10 points, seven rebounds and two assists.

Both teams return to action on Tuesday against tough teams, with Houston playing host to the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee returning home to face the Golden State Warriors.