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The Houston Rockets (28-20) past the Toronto Raptors (36-15) at home 121:119 (33:20, 37:41, 26:28, 25:30) and extended their winning streak to two games, meanwhile, the Raptors lost for the second time in a row.

James Harden led the Rockets with a game-high 35 points (on 9/25 shooting, including 2/13 from three). In addition, he grabbed two boards and dised out seven assists. Harden has scored 30-plus points in 22 consecutive games.

Eric Gordon posted 24 points (on 8/22 shooting), Kenneth Faried added 21 points (on 8/11 shooting), 14 rebounds and two blocks, PJ Tucker managed 18 points. Five Rockets’ starters finished in double digits.

Houston made 10 on 46 three-point attempts.

On the other hand, Kawhi Leonard was the top scorer for the Raptors with 32 points (on 11/19 shooting, including 3/6 from three). In addition, he grabbed seven boards, dished out five assists and tallied two steals.

Pascal Siakam (12 rebounds) and Danny Green poured in 22 points apiece. Five Raptors finished in double digits.

Toronto made 14 on 36 three-point attempts.