Thunder decrypt Rockets defense, score 70 in second half to advance to NBA Cup championship game
LAS VEGAS — For a half, the NBA Cup semifinal showdown between the top two defenses in the NBA was exactly what you would expect. Oklahoma City shot 33.3% in the first half, and Houston was no better at 31.4%. Both teams were physical. The Rockets led 42-41 in a game reminiscent of a 1990s Knicks vs. Cavaliers slugfest.