Rockets vs Mavericks Full Player Stats: Feb. 1, 2026 — HOU 111, DAL 107
| HOUSTON ROCKETS
111 ✔ WINNER |
DALLAS MAVERICKS
107 FINAL |
1. Game Summary
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The Houston Rockets edged out a hard-fought 111–107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in a Texas rivalry showdown at Toyota Center on February 1, 2026. The Rockets built a lead as large as 13 points but had to hold on as Dallas made a fourth-quarter charge.
The game was a tale of two styles. Houston dominated with 33 assists, 10 steals, and 62 points in the paint — a testament to their unselfish, high-energy team basketball. Dallas leaned on Cooper Flagg’s superstar performance and Daniel Gafford’s efficiency near the rim to stay in it.
Turnovers were the decisive factor. Houston committed just 6 turnovers versus Dallas’s 11. The Rockets converted those miscues into 11 points off turnovers, a swing that proved critical in a 4-point game.
2. Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Houston Rockets | 31 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 111 |
| Dallas Mavericks | 28 | 23 | 31 | 25 | 107 |
Houston jumped out to an early lead, outscoring Dallas 31–28 in Q1 and extending the margin to 59–51 by halftime. Dallas fired back in the third quarter with a 31–28 period to close within striking distance. The Rockets’ ability to limit Dallas down the stretch in Q4 — holding them to 25 — was enough to secure the win.
3. Team Stats Comparison
| Stat | HOU Rockets | DAL Mavericks |
| Final Score | 111 | 107 |
| FG% | 41.7% | 44.6% |
| 3P% | 38.5% | 43.5% |
| FT% | 73.3% | 57.7% |
| Total Rebounds | 63 | 66 |
| Assists | 33 | 19 |
| Steals | 10 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 11 |
| Points in Paint | 62 | 58 |
| Fast Break Pts | 17 | 9 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 17 | 25 |
| Bench Points | 27 | 29 |
| Biggest Lead | 13 | 2 |
Houston’s assist-to-turnover ratio of 6.6 to 1 compared to Dallas’s 1.73 to 1 tells the story of the game. The Rockets moved the ball, protected it, and turned every Dallas mistake into points. Despite Dallas shooting the ball better from three (43.5% vs 38.5%), Houston’s superior ball security and fast break game (17 pts to 9) made the difference.
4. Houston Rockets — Full Player Stats
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | FG% | 3P% | FT% | +/- |
| Jabari Smith Jr. | 19 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 53.8% | 60.0% | 100.0% | +12 |
| Amen Thompson | 21 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 46.7% | – | 77.8% | +15 |
| Tari Eason | 17 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 46.7% | 60.0% | – | +5 |
| Alperen Sengun | 14 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30.0% | – | 50.0% | -3 |
| Josh Okogie | 13 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 45.5% | 50.0% | – | +1 |
| Kevin Durant | 13 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 35.3% | 25.0% | – | +1 |
| Clint Capela | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 50.0% | – | – | +5 |
| Dorian Finney-Smith | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | – | – | -12 |
5. Dallas Mavericks — Full Player Stats
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | FG% | 3P% | FT% | +/- |
| Cooper Flagg | 34 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 52.0% | 25.0% | 70.0% | +2 |
| Daniel Gafford | 16 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0% | – | 100.0% | +1 |
| Brandon Williams | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 71.4% | 66.7% | 100.0% | +3 |
| Klay Thompson | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 33.3% | 42.9% | – | +7 |
| Max Christie | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 36.4% | 75.0% | – | -7 |
| P.J. Washington | 9 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 44.4% | – | 33.3% | -12 |
| Naji Marshall | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.3% | – | 33.3% | -18 |
| Caleb Martin | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 25.0% | 100.0% | 50.0% | +7 |
| Moussa Cisse | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 100.0% | – | 50.0% | +7 |
| Ryan Nembhard | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | +2 |
6. Top Performers
Game High: Cooper Flagg — 34 PTS / 12 REB / 5 AST (DAL)
Cooper Flagg was simply special. The 18-year-old rookie phenom led all scorers with 34 points on 13-of-25 shooting, hauled in 12 rebounds, and dished 5 assists. He scored 22 of his 34 points in the paint, consistently attacking Rockets defenders with physicality that belied his age. His second-chance points (7) and free throw drawing (8 fouls drawn) showed a complete offensive game. But it wasn’t enough.
HOU Star: Jabari Smith Jr. — 19 PTS / 8 REB / 3 BLK on 53.8% FG
Jabari Smith Jr. was Houston’s most efficient contributor. He knocked down 3-of-5 threes, went a perfect 2-of-2 from the free throw line, and anchored the defense with 3 blocked shots. His +12 plus/minus was the best on the team among rotation players. Smith continues to show why he’s considered one of the Rockets’ cornerstone pieces.
Amen Thompson — 21 PTS / 8 REB / 9 AST (+15)
Amen Thompson was a force of nature. He nearly had a triple-double, combining 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists while posting the game’s best plus/minus at +15. His 9 free throw attempts showed he attacked the basket relentlessly. Thompson is developing into an elite two-way engine for Houston.
HOU Sleeper: Daniel Gafford — 16 PTS / 11 REB on 70% FG (DAL)
Gafford’s efficiency was elite. He converted 7 of his 10 shots, grabbed 11 boards, and posted the second-highest efficiency rating in the game. His second-chance work (4-of-5 second chance attempts converted) gave Dallas crucial extra possessions. He was one of the best players on the court — just on the losing team.
7. Key Storylines
Turnover Battle: 6 vs. 11
Houston’s ball security was exceptional. They turned the ball over just 6 times to Dallas’s 11. That +5 differential translated into an 11–6 edge in points off turnovers. In a 4-point game, turnovers were the story.
Paint Dominance
The Rockets scored 62 points in the paint compared to 58 for Dallas. But it’s Houston’s 17 field goal attempts at the rim (converting 71%) versus Dallas’s 20 (at 60%) that show who was more efficient at the basket.
The Assist Machine
Houston’s 33 assists to Dallas’s 19 was a dramatic difference. The Rockets’ ball movement — reflected in a 6.6 assist-to-turnover ratio — speaks to a team playing organized, connected basketball. Dallas’s 1.73 ratio is worrying.
Cooper Flagg vs. the Whole Rockets Defense
Dallas’s rookie poured in 34 despite Houston’s collective defensive effort. He was too physical, too smart, and too experienced for a first-year player. If this is what Mavs fans get going forward, Dallas’s future is bright despite tonight’s result.
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who won the Rockets vs Mavericks game on February 1, 2026?
The Houston Rockets won, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 111–107 at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
Who scored the most points in Rockets vs Mavericks on Feb. 1, 2026?
Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks led all scorers with 34 points, making it a game-high. For Houston, Jabari Smith Jr. led with 19 points.
How did Amen Thompson perform vs the Mavericks?
Amen Thompson nearly recorded a triple-double with 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists, posting the game’s best plus/minus at +15.
What were Alperen Sengun’s stats vs Dallas?
Alperen Sengun posted 14 points and 14 rebounds — a double-double — with 7 assists for the Rockets, though he struggled from the field at 30%.
How did Daniel Gafford play for Dallas?
Gafford was brilliant in a losing effort: 16 points and 11 rebounds on 70% shooting from the field (7-of-10), with 4 second-chance conversions in 5 attempts.
What was the final score of Rockets vs Mavericks on February 1, 2026?
Houston Rockets 111, Dallas Mavericks 107. Houston led by as many as 13 points and held on through a Dallas fourth-quarter push.
Why did Houston win the Rockets vs Mavericks game?
Houston won due to superior ball security (6 turnovers vs Dallas’s 11), a dominant assist total (33 to 19), and fast break efficiency (17 pts to 9). Cooper Flagg’s 34 points nearly overcame those advantages but fell short.
Stats Source: SportRadar NBA data feed. All stats are official box score figures from the February 1, 2026 regular season game.
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