Rockets Edge Magic in Overtime Thriller on Prime Video

Houston's Kevin Durant leads the way with 35 points in the 117-113 victory.

Feb. 26, 2026 at 11:23pm

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In a highly anticipated NBA regular season matchup, the Houston Rockets defeated the Orlando Magic 117-113 in overtime on Thursday night. The game, which was exclusively streamed on Amazon Prime Video, featured a standout performance from Rockets star Kevin Durant, who scored 35 points to lead his team to victory.

Why it matters

This game held significant importance for both teams as they jockey for playoff positioning in their respective conferences. The Rockets' win over the Magic, who hold a strong home record, could provide a boost in the Western Conference standings, while the loss is a setback for Orlando's postseason aspirations in the East.

The details

The game was a close affair throughout, with the Rockets and Magic trading leads. In the end, it was Houston's ability to limit turnovers and control the paint that proved to be the difference. The Rockets committed just 14.5 turnovers per game on average, and they outscored the Magic 51.8 to 50.2 in points in the paint. Durant's 35-point outburst, along with strong contributions from Alperen Sengun (20.5 points, 9.2 rebounds, 6.4 assists), were crucial in securing the victory for Houston.

  • The game took place on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • This was the second meeting of the season between the Rockets and Magic, with Houston claiming a 117-113 overtime win on November 17, 2025.

The players

Kevin Durant

A superstar forward for the Houston Rockets who led his team to victory with 35 points.

Paolo Banchero

The leading scorer for the Orlando Magic, averaging 21.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game.

Alperen Sengun

A key contributor for the Rockets, averaging 20.5 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game.

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