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The Rockets were staring at what Jonathan Feigen described as what unquestionably would have been their worst loss of the season.
The team's big lead over Memphis had disappeared and frustration was creeping in. The solution? Turn to the bench for a shot of energy, effort and enthusiasm. It was the second night in a row that Ime Udoka had turned to Tari Eason and the rest of the second unit to provide a late spark.
Whatever Udoka is doing, seems to be working. As the Rockets finished the first quarter of the season, a look at how Houston has become a winning team.
This weekend in Nashville promises to be on the awkward side for true Houston Oiler fans. The Titans will be wearing their throwback jerseys and honoring former Oiler Billy "White Shoes" Johnson. Yes, Tennessee kept all rights to the Oilers when the franchise moved over 25 years ago. But this one hurts, Jerome Solomon writes.
As for Houston's current NFL team, the Texans, the watch remains on C.J. Stroud and his concussion. He didn't practice on Wednesday but was described as being a "little better." If he doesn't make any progress in the NFL's five-step protocol, we could see Davis Mills at quarterback. In our latest Fifth Down podcast, Jerome Solomon and Jonathan M. Alexander disuss the impact of Stroud's concussion and the playoff race.
He won't be on the UH campus until next season, but recruit Mercy Miller has his dad out shopping for a Mercedes after Mercy scored 68 points in a high school game. His father, the rapper known as Master P, had said he could get a car if he scored 50 before a recent game. As for UH coach Kelvin Sampson, he's fine with the offense but sees other things like rebounding and passing in Miller's game.
Turning to college football, Texas appears to be losing quarterback Maalik Murphy. The quarterback is entering the transfer portal, leaving Arch Manning as the backup to Quinn Ewers. And the SEC added the dates to its football schedule for 2024.
It's UIL state football championship week in Arlington. In Wednesday's first three games, there were a lot of points and some big plays. A recap plus all our coverage will be linked here.
Stat of the day: 97. Timpson set a UIL championship game record for any classification when Dacorian Johnson took a short pass from Terry Bussey and sprinted away for a 97-yard touchdown.
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Rockets / NBA
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Rockets' reserves bring energy, effort, enthusiasm and a win
After seeing a big lead dwindle, Houston's bench players provided the spark in fourth quarter to avoid an embarrassing loss
- Rockets 117, Grizzlies 104: In a game that got too close for comfort, Tari Eason led a late fourth-quarter scoring surge.
- Quarterly report: Road struggles have offset a 10-game home winning streak, but it all beats where the franchise languished during its rebuild.
Houston Oilers / Tennessee Titans
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Solomon: Titans dis true Oilers fans with 'White Shoes' tribute
Yes, the Tennessee Titans own the history of the Houston Oilers, but Nashville knows nothing of the joy and pain teams created in Bayou City
- Throwbacks: The Tennessee Titans are making sure the Houston Texans know they own the Oilers brand when the AFC South rivals play Sunday in Nashville.
Texans / NFL
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Start might loom in Davis Mills' immediate future
Coach DeMeco Ryans says he prioritizes the long-term health of his players, suggesting a concussed C.J. Stroud could sit Sunday against the Titans.
- Stroud update: C.J. Stroud was not at practice on Wednesday but is 'getting a little better,' coach DeMeco Ryans says.
- TV guide: Sunday's Texans-Titans game will be blacked out for Houston area AT&T customers, including those with DirecTV and U-verse. There are alternatives to watch the game, however.
- Podcast: Jonathan M. Alexander and Jerome Solomon discuss C.J. Stroud's concussion and what this means for the Texans as they battle for one of the final playoff spots.
College Basketball
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UH signee Mercy Miller has his dad, Master P, looking for a car
Mercy Miller scored 68 points in recent high school game but UH coach Kelvin Sampson is just as impressed with his passing, rebounding
- Rice 80, Incarnate Word 57: The Rice Owls are now 4-6 with Wednesday's victory and the Cardinals dropped to 3-7.
College Football
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Texas backup QB Maalik Murphy to enter transfer portal
The redshirt freshman's departure leaves Arch Manning as the backup to Quinn Ewers for the College Football Playoff.
- Save the dates: Notable SEC games before the Horns and Aggies renew their rivalry Nov. 30 at Kyle Field include visits from Georgia to Austin and LSU to College Station.
College Volleyball
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Katy's Skinner shot at another volleyball title with Texas
After starting her career with a title at Kentucky, Madisen Skinner eventually transferred to Texas and is aiming at a third title.
High School Football
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Summer Creek vision reaches fruition with title game appearance
When coach Kenny Harrison took over the Bulldogs in 2018, his No. 1 goal was to win a state crown. Defending 6A-DII champ DeSoto is the final obstacle.
- Grounded approach: The 15-0 Bellville Brahmas, who can win their first state title by beating Gilmer, have gotten almost 5,400 rushing yards from D.D. Murray, Sam Hranicky and Corrian Hood.
- Long distance: In capping a 16-0 campaign, the Timpson Bears connect on a 97-yard score and add a 93-yard run for good measure.
- Honors society: The Touchdown Club of Houston handed out its annual awards at a special ceremony Wednesday evening.
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