The Houston Rockets had every reason to feel down on themselves on Friday night. Not only did they dismantle one of the league's hottest teams, but they did so with a swagger that showed they knew exactly what was going to happen. After the Rockets ended the Atlanta Hawks' impressive 11-game winning streak with a decisive 117-95 win, Kevin Durant decided to have a little fun with the media during his postgame availability.
Durant, who has faced considerable scrutiny recently regarding his body language and engagement, walked into the press conference room with a bright smile. Before taking the first question, he looked at the assembled reporters and asked, "How was the body language tonight, was it good? What were the vibes like?" The room immediately erupted with laughter, a clear indication of the various narratives that often follow famous scorers.
Kevin Durant after the Rockets blew out the Hawks and ended their 11-game winning streak.
"What was the body language like tonight, was it nice? What were the vibes like?"
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- FullCourtPass (@FullCourtPass) 21 March 2026
The atmosphere on the court at Toyota Center was certainly impeccable. Durant led the way with 25 points, but the real story of the night was his ascent into basketball immortality. During the second quarter, Durant officially passed Wilt Chamberlain to move into fifth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list.
It was a historic moment that served as the perfect backdrop for an impressive team performance. Jabari Smith Jr. was a force of nature all evening, scoring 23 points and nine rebounds, while Alpern Sengun carried the offense with 15 points and 10 assists.
The Atlanta Hawks had no answer to Houston's defensive intensity. Nickell Alexander-Walker managed to score 21 points, but the Hawks struggled to find rhythm against a Rockets team that forced them to make difficult shots all night. As the Rockets controlled the glass and the pace, Atlanta's 11-game run came to a screeching halt. With this win, the Houston Rockets proved that they can compete with anyone when their stars align.
