Hornets’ long-range accuracy sinks Rockets

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Terry Rozier and Devonte’ Graham got hot from long range as the visiting Charlotte Hornets turned an explosive third quarter into a 122-97 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.

Rozier scored 25 points while Graham tallied 21 as the Charlotte starting backcourt finished a combined 10 for 17 from behind the arc.

Graham, starting his second consecutive game in place of injured rookie LaMelo Ball, drilled 6 of 9 3-point attempts as the Hornets improved to 17-0 when leading entering the fourth quarter. Charlotte finished 18 of 38 (47.4 percent) from 3-point range.

Houston, which snapped a 20-game losing streak on …

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