Jalen Green led the Houston Rockets in scoring against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday, putting up 28 points. He shot 10-of-20 from the field and hit four three-pointers in his 33 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Rockets lost 132-127.
What It Means
Green’s 28-point game against the Kings marks a continuation of his recent scoring streak, as he has scored over 20 points in two consecutive games. This season, he is averaging 21.3 points per game, ranking him first on his team and sixth among shooting guards. In terms of three-point shooting, Green is making an average of 2.8 threes per game at a rate of 35.4%. He has also finished in the top five at his position for points in over half of his games this season.
