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FAThe Charlotte Hornets defeated the Houston Rockets 109–99 on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Toyota Center. This victory extended the Hornets’ winning streak to eight games, their longest since the 1998–99 season.
Game Recap (February 5, 2026)
The Hornets led for 91% of the game, building a lead as large as 22 points. Charlotte entered the fourth quarter with a 16-point advantage (91–75) and maintained control despite a late Rockets push led by Kevin Durant.
Top Performers:
Hornets: Rookie Kon Knueppel led with 24 points, while LaMelo Ball added 20 points and 6 rebounds. Miles Bridges chipped in 18 points.
Rockets: Kevin Durant scored a game-high 31 points. Jabari Smith Jr. added 17 points, but Alperen Sengun struggled, scoring just 7 points on 3-of-11 shooting.
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