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Kevin Porter Jr.'s time with the Rockets is virtually certain to be over, and his days in the NBA might also be numbered. How it all shakes out remains to be determined. Jonathan Feigen breaks down the scenarios for Porter, who was arrested in New York on Monday and charged with "assault and strangulation."

Two players who figure to be around awhile —Texans QB C.J. Stroud and Colts QB Anthony Richardson — first met at a high school 7-on-7 competition. Now, they meet as rookies in the NFL. Jonathan M. Alexander has the story.

The Texans could be without their starting safeties for the home opener but Laremy Tunsil appears to be fine.

In college football, Texas' performance against Alabama was a lot about quarterback Quinn Ewers, but the defense was no slouch, either. The Longhorns are a unanimous pick for No. 1 in our Big 12 power rankings.

Houston took time out to honor three of the city's finest — Bruce Matthews, Calvin Muphy and Elvin Hayes — with a ring ceremony and walk of fame unveiling for the three newest members of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame. Jerome Solomon reminds us why we're lucky to have athletes like these.

Another athlete Houston can be proud of is Olympic swimmer Simone Manuel. As she begins prep for a third Olympic games, she launched a foundation to make swimming a more comfortable and safer environment for persons of color.

And in Thursday's high school football, Ridge Point, Lamar and Wisdom were among he winners. Check out the area and state scores here.

Stat of the day: 46-101. Eight years removed from its 2015 championship, Kansas City owns the majors' worst record. The Royals host the Astros for three games, starting Friday.

Reid Laymance
Sports editor
reid.laymance@houstonchronicle.com

Rockets / NBA

Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) shakes hands with fans after the Rockets defeated the Denver Nuggets 124-103 in their last home game of the season at the Toyota Center on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

Photo by: Elizabeth Conley, Staff Photographer

Kevin Porter's career in Houston appears over but process unclear

Houston's immediate options are limited by the NBA's collective bargaining agreement, and the league is in no rush to take action until closer to the season.

Texans / NFL

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and Colts' Anthony Richardson, longtime friends and rivals, will face off for the first time in the NFL on Sunday. Photo credit: Getty Images

Photo by: Getty Images

Old pals C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson compete anew in Week 2

The quarterbacks got acquainted at a 7-on-7 showcase while in high school. On Sunday, they'll meet as rookie starters when the Texans host the Colts.

Injury report: Starting safeties Jimmie Ward and Jalen Pitre's status is for Sunday's game against the Colts is in doubt.

Olympics

Simone Manuel, competing in July in Irvine, Calif., has launched a foundation with the goal of helping Blacks in swimming, both competitive and recreational.

Photo by: Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images

Simone Manuel launches swim safety foundation

The Simone Manuel Foundation's goal is to provide education and resources around water safety and swim readiness for Black, Indigenous and people of color.

College Football

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 09: Jerrin Thompson #28 of the Texas Longhorns intercepts the ball during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 09, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Photo by: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Texas defense emerging as force to be reckoned with

After Saturday's win over Alabama, senior defensive back Ryan Watts believes the Longhorns could be a top-10 unit nationally.

Big 12 rankings: After four teams picked up first-place votes last week, there's no debate this week: Texas tops the weekly Big 12 football power rankings after winning at Alabama.

Houston Hall of Fame

Elvin Hayes, left, Bruce Matthews and Calvin Murphy are seen during the Houston Sports Hall of Fame ring ceremony and walk of fame unveiling at House of Blues, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Houston.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer

Hayes, Matthews, Murphy richly deserve Houston Sports Hall honor

This year's enshrinees mixed All-Star-level production with high-grade longevity.

Astros / MLB

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 12: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals runs to first base after hitting a single during the eighth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 12, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

Photo by: Michael Reaves, Getty Images

Astros head to Kansas City

Looking to pad its 45-27 road mark, Houston gets three games against Kansas City, the team with the majors' worst record.

Pitcher shuffle: Bennett Sousa is back up while Parker Musinski is optioned.
Big draw: There were football and baseball Hall of Famers as well as rappers and comedians at Wednesday's Astros game.

High School Football

Fort Bend Ridge Point running back Wesley Drummer (20) runs for a 24-yard touchdown during the first quarter of a District 20-6A high school football game at Edward Mercer Stadium, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Sugar Land.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman/Staff Photographer

Ridge Point edges Hightower in District 20-6A showdown

Ridge Point extended its district winning streak to 23 games and maintained control of the Fort Bend Tollway Cup rivalry.

Lamar 53, Dobie 0: After beating Dobie, Lamar will get a test in district play against the Heights.
Wisdom 58, Austin 6: Wisdom has doubled its win total from last season.