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Rockets Edge Wizards as Durant Mentors Rookie After Win

3/3/2026

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The Houston Rockets defeated the Washington Wizards 123-118 on March 2, 2026, with Alperen Sengun posting 32 points and 13 rebounds.
Kevin Durant added 30 points and 7 rebounds.
Trae Young was ejected for leaving the bench during a dispute.
After the game, Durant mentored rookie Kyshawn George on positioning and shot selection.
The Wizards, struggling in the Eastern Conference, face the Utah Jazz next, potentially with Young.

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Story summary

The Houston Rockets defeated the Washington Wizards 123-118 on March 2, 2026, with Alperen Sengun posting 32 points and 13 rebounds.
Kevin Durant added 30 points and 7 rebounds.
Trae Young was ejected for leaving the bench during a dispute.
After the game, Durant mentored rookie Kyshawn George on positioning and shot selection.
The Wizards, struggling in the Eastern Conference, face the Utah Jazz next, potentially with Young.