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March 24, 2025

'A missed opportunity' for Rockets

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The Rockets have 10 games left in the regular season and are No. 2 in the Western Conference. They had a big chance to increase their advantage over Denver, but lost at home to the Nuggets, who were without their star center Nikola Jokić. "A missed opportunity," Rockets coach Ime Udoka said.

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Reid Laymance, Sports Editor

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Rockets / NBA

Denver Nuggets center DeAndre Jordan (6) and guard Jamal Murray (27) react after a dunk during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets in Houston, Sunday, March 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Photo by: Ashley Landis, Associated Press

'A missed opportunity.' Rockets' 9-game winning streak ends with loss to Nuggets

Alperen Şengün's triple-double isn't enough as Rockets fall to Nuggets and see lead for No. 2 seed in West shrink.

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Astros / MLB

Houston Astros outfielder Jose Altuve react after adjusting his body to catch a fly ball bare handed during spring training at CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Fl.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer

Jose Altuve embraces challenge of new position in year 15

On the cusp of turning 35, Jose Altuve says his love of the game is as great as ever as he learns a new position on an Astros roster that saw lots of change in the offseason.

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  • Out at first: First baseman Jon Singleton is out of minor-league options and will either be designated for assignment or placed on waivers. Read More
  • Bullpen lineup: The Astros added four relievers to go along with closer Josh Hader, setup man Bryan Abreu and right-hander Tayler Scott in bullpen. Read More

March Madness / UH

Houston guard L.J. Cryer (4) takes a shot over Gonzaga guard Ryan Nembhard (0) during the second half of a college basketball game in the second round of the men's NCAA Tournament at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kan., Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Houston Chronicle

When UH needs a basket, the Cougars turn to L.J. Cryer. 'We lean on him'

L.J. Cryer's 30-point game against Gonzaga started years ago at Morton Ranch when he would skip lunch to practice his shot.

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  • The Midwest: Houston will play Purdue, while Tennessee and Kentucky meet for the third time this season. Read More

March Madness / Texas

Xavier coach Sean Miller, shown against Illinois on Friday in NCAA Tournament, is potential candidate to replace Rodney Terry.

Photo by: Kayla Wolf, Associated Press

Texas hires Xavier's Sean Miller after firing basketball coach Rodney Terry

Xavier coach Sean Miller will replace Rodney Terry, just four days after beating the Longhorns in the NCAA Tournament

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  • Who is Sean Miller? Sean Miller has coached twice at Xavier around a tenure at Arizona, which ended in a recruiting scandal in 2021. Read More
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March Madness / Baylor

Duke guard Tyrese Proctor (5) celebrates after making a three-point shot during the second half in the second round of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Baylor, Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C.

Photo by: Stephanie Scarbrough, AP

No. 1 seed Duke roll past Baylor

Baylor's season comes to an end against Duke and Cooper Flagg

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College Baseball / Texas

Texas pitcher Dylan Volantis (99) and catcher Rylan Galvan (6) shake hands after the Longhorns beat LSU on Saturday. Texas won two of three from the Tigers.

Photo by: Icon Sportswire, Icon Sportswire Via Getty Images

Look who's in first place? Texas beats LSU

There's a long way to go in Texas' first season in SEC but Longhorns feel good after winning two of three from LSU.

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Rodeo

Ryder Wright competes in a ride-off during the saddle bronc riding championship shootout at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium in Houston, Sunday, March 23, 2025.

Photo by: Jon Shapley, Houston Chronicle

Ryder Wright closes RodeoHouston with a win in saddle bronc

Ryder Wright wins saddle bronc ahead of brother his brother Statler in a family affair to close RodeoHouston

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Dash

Paige Nielsen scored a goal in the Dash's victory against the Stars on Sunday. Photo credit: Houston Dash

Photo by: Photo Courtesy Of Houston Dash

Dash pick up first win of 2025 NWSL season

Paige Nielsen and Maggie Graham each scored goals for the Dash as Houston topped Chicago on Sunday to earn its first win of the 2025 NWSL season.

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High School Basketball

Cy Springs senior Ayla McDowell is the first player in school history to be named a McDonald's All-American.

Photo by: Cy-Fair ISD

Best of the best

Forward Ayla McDowell of Cypress Springs and coach Kiara Marshall of Summer Creek lead the All-Greater Houston girls' basketball team.

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Worth a read

• Duke and Florida give best look at what championship fight will require. (Sports Illustrated)

• If Dodgers want to cement dynasty status, they must win the World Series again. (Los Angeles Times)

• A loss to Canada ends a lost week for the USMNT. (Washington Post)

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