Houston overcame a 15-point deficit at one point against the defending NBA champions to take a road win and end its two-game losing streak.

Houston Rockets are tagged among the trade deadline’s biggest losers after staying quiet, drawing criticism despite strong on-court form.

Can the Rockets get back on track against the reigning champs?

Houston was one of the few teams that did not make a move at the trade deadline. Was it a smart decision?

Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets knocked off Chet Holmgren and the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder 112-106 without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

The Charlotte Hornets hit the road to face the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center Thursday. Tip-off from Houston, Texas, is set for 8 p.m. ET.

During his time suiting up for the Rockets, James wore only jersey Nos. 13 and 7 and put up 9.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game.

Charlotte has run their winning streak to eight straight.

James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets arrives at Toyota Center prior to facing the Houston Rockets on December 08, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph,

The Rockets fall behind early to the Hornets and can't recover to lose second in a row after loss to Celtics the night before.