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Rockets game
/ˈrɑːkɪts ɡeɪm/
Definition
1
An NBA basketball game featuring the Houston Rockets, known for high-flying dunks and dramatic buzzer-beaters.
2
Informally, any fast-paced, explosive competition likened to the speed and power of rockets, often in sports or gaming contexts.
Examples
I skipped my family dinner for the Rockets game—worth it when they hit that game-winning three.
Her dating life's like a Rockets game: full of hype, turnovers, and occasional fireworks.
Betting my rent on the Rockets game again? Nah, I'm not that launched.
The office trash talk peaked during the Rockets game stream—productivity hit escape velocity.