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We shouldn't really be surprised that it was Dillon Brooks making the big shots for the Rockets in their 103-96 win at Memphis, the team that decided it wasn't worth spending the money to keep the volatile forward.
"That's why they paid me four for 80!" Brooks crowed after making a key 3-pointer in final minute. "I don't want to lose to Memphis ever in my career. Regardless of how we get it, if I go get 20 or if I have zero points, I want to win every single time we play Memphis just to let them know they made a little mistake."
The next time Houston faces Memphis, which won't be until February, the Grizzlies may look a back different. Ja Morant, who sat out the first 25 games of the season because of an NBA suspension, will be back with a fresh perspective and lessons learned.
For the Texans, it was another day without C.J. Stroud, who was officially listed as doubtful for Sunday's game at Tennessee. While most expect Davis Mills to start, Case Keenum has been getting some first-team reps this week as well.
At the state football championships in Arlington, Bellville's unbeaten season ended in the final against Gilmer. North Shore and Summer Creek are in acion in Saturday's Class 6A finals.
Back in Houston, college basketball takes over Toyota Center as Houston faces A&M and Texas plays LSU.
Stat of the day: 43. College bowl games, many featuring high school players from the Houston area, that start today and end at NRG with CFP title game.
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Rockets / NBA
Photo by: Nikki Boertman/Associated Press
Dillon Brooks gets revenge against Grizzlies
Dillon Brooks' dagger helped the Rockets snatch a win and snap their four-game losing streak at FedEx Forum, a fitting ending to his first game back in Memphis.
- Rockets 103, Grizzlies 96: Rockets put together a strong third quarter to get a win at Memphis.
- New perspective: Memphis guard Ja Morant returns to team after 25-game suspension and says he 'made a lot of mistakes' but knows it will take time to show he has improved
Texans / NFL
Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer
QB C.J. Stroud listed as 'doubtful' to play against Titans
The Texans QB must pass a five-step process that includes a contact practice and a non-contact practice on different days, and he hasn't done either as of Friday morning.
College Basketball
Photo by: Jason Fochtman/Staff Photographer
No. 4 UH vs. Texas A&M set to be a battle of the boards
Owning the glass will be a key in No. 4 UH's matchup with Texas A&M on Saturday in the Halal Guys Showcase at Toyota Center.
- Test for A&M: After a loss to Memphis, the Aggies need a win but will face a challenge against Cougars not too far from UH campus
- SEC preview: The No. 19 Longhorns square off against the Tigers in The Halal Guys Showcase at Toyota Center.
College Football
Photo by: Sam Craft, Associated Press
Houston-area players to watch in '23 bowl games
A list of Houston-area football players who might see action in this year's 43 NCAA Division I bowl games beginning Saturday.
High School Football
Photo by: Jason Fochtman/Staff Photographer
Bellville comes up short to Gilmer in state title game
Bellville, in its third trip to state, fell for the first time all season.
- Memory lane: The Bellville community made so many memories every Friday night on run to state title game.
- Friday's games: Another title for Aledo and a first for Anna.
High School Basketball
Photo by: Eric Christian Smith/Contributor
Seven Lakes grinds out pivotal win over Jordan
Undermanned and facing a Jordan team that can challenge for the district crown, Seven Lakes eluded the Warriors in a pivotal showdown.
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