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View in browser October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Keep up with important local news, fall events and more. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today: Photo: Jon Shapley/Staff Photographer In Jabari they trust Monday night's win over the Jazz brought the best balance of top Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. doing a great deal without trying to do too much.   Hello, win column. How the Rockets beat the Jazz to notch their first win of the season.   No overlooking the past The Astros have been favored against the NL East in the World Series before, but as Philadelphia comes to town, a history lesson is in order, writes Brian T. Smith.   Money down Davis Mills showed Sunday in Las Vegas that if there is a phase of the game to judge him on his capabilities as a quarterback, it is on third downs.   Far from special teams UH's kickoff units have been "way too sporadic" and need improvement, coach Dana Holgorsen said as the Cougars prepare to host South Florida.   Football: Week 9 top performers Wide receiver Jaelen Smith of Klein Cain leads last week's top performers in high school football.   Greg Rajan Texas Sports Nation editor greg.rajan@chron.com Sponsored Content   Shopping Talk a little smack with these sassy, but classy Astros shirts Let the haters cry their salty little hater tears. It's 'Stros before bros in H-Town.   Shopping The 28 best inflatable Halloween decorations to transform your lawn into a nightmare You're gonna "blow up" Halloween this year.       October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications