Watt, who was sitting courtside, appreciated what he was seeing during Sunday’s first-round playoff game, and he let Beverley know it. In addition to his considerable duties defending Westbrook, Beverley collected 21 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 8 of 13 from the field. Westbrook, who became the first player in 55 years to average a triple-double during the regular season, struggled against the Rockets. View all New York Times newsletters. He wound up shooting 13 of 28 and got ample help from Beverley, who gave the Rockets an early spark.

Source: New York Times April 17, 2017 03:54 UTC