Boban Marjanovic was the biggest attraction at the “Toyota Center” the previous evening, even though he didn’t spend a minute on the court in Houston’s 104:101 win against New Orleans.
The moment occurred during the first half. The ball ended up on top of the backboard, and the tallest player on the court came to the rescue. Serbian center Boban MarjanovicΒ may not often get playing time, but there are situations where his towering 7-foot-4 frame makes a difference. This time, with a mop in hand, Bobi brought the arena to its feet.
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— NBA (@NBA) November 11, 2023
Tonight, the Rockets struggled with their three-point shooting against the New Orleans, but Fred VanVleet, who shot better from beyond the arc than the rest of the team, precisely with three-pointers, orchestrated a comeback in the final minute of the game, securing a 104:101 victory for his team.
With four minutes left, the Pelicans had a seven-point lead, and with the score 100:95 in favor of the home team in the last 120 seconds. Then, VanVleet’s hand heated up, bringing the Rockets their fifth consecutive win, the first in the NBA Cup. The Houston playmaker hit two three-pointers to make it 100:101, and after a missed three by Brandon Ingram, he made two free throws, securing the home team’s win.
Other results:
Detroit β Philadelphia 106:114
Washington β Charlotte 117:124
Boston β Brooklyn 121:107
Houston β New Orleans 104:101
Memphis β Utah 121:127
San Antonio β Minnesota 110:117
DallasΒ β LA Clippers 144:126
Phoenix βΒ LA LakersΒ 119:122
Sacramento β Oklahoma 105:98