Convenience Big Store: Hits are elusive as Astros lose Game 3, fall into World Series hole

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Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today:

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Shut down and out

The Braves take a 2-1 lead on the Astros in the World Series, holding Houston without a hit for the first seven innings of Game 3.

Two measly hits, one big loss.

After a weak offensive showing, the Astros are lucky they're only down 2-1 in this series, writes Brian T. Smith.

Key showdown

UH and No. 19 SMU bring unbeaten American Athletic Conference records into Saturday night's game at TDECU Stadium.

It's still Mills

Although Tyrod Taylor began his scheduled return from injured reserve this week, Texans rookie QB Davis Mills will still start Sunday against the Rams.

Tried and true method

Rockets rookie Alperen Sengun works on his shot while holding a basketball between his knees, a drill that's a throwback to a small piece of Rockets history.