Charlotte Hornets: Thumbs up and thumbs down in win vs. Houston Rockets

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 08: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts after dunking the ball against the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter at Spectrum Center on February 08, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 08: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts after dunking the ball against the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter at Spectrum Center on February 08, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
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The Charlotte Hornets came into Monday night’s game playing their second game of a back-to-back and looking to extend their winning streak to two games as they hosted the Houston Rockets. The Hornets came out on top, defeating the Rockets 119-94.

The Hornets started the game off on a really good note firing on all cylinders. The team had good chemistry from the beginning, and once again, LaMelo Ball proved how valuable he is to the organization.

Ball had the most points out of any other player on the court, scoring 24 points. All seven of his field goals came from beyond the three-point line. Ball also handed out 10 assists to finish with a double-double.

Gordon Hayward also had a good night, scoring 19 points and hitting all eight of his free-throws. Miles Bridges played well off the bench finishing with 19 points and 10 rebounds.