Brunson's late-game heroics erased an 18-point fourth-quarter deficit, with Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 25 points in the victory. The Rockets, led by Kevin Durant's 30 points, suffered 20 turnovers.
The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons routed the Chicago Bulls 126-110 to secure their fifth straight win, while the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 139-122 to extend their own winning streak.