Kevin Durant made a notable impact in his return to Phoenix, scoring 24 points to help the Rockets secure a victory over the Suns. Despite a slow start and an early deficit, Durant’s performance motivated a turnaround. The win ties Houston for fourth in the Western Conference, though the Lakers hold a tiebreaker advantage. With three games remaining, the Rockets are just a game behind the Nuggets, keeping hopes alive for a higher playoff seeding.