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Rockets Jae'Sean Tate makes impressive return against the Heat

Rockets Forward Jae’Sean Tate made sure to return the love he was receiving as he waived to the crowd before being handed a basketball to begin his drills. It was the first time that Tate had been seen in a Rockets uniform in over eight days, having played his last game on December 23 against the Indiana Pacers.

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Reggie Jackson Joins Crane Capital As Special Advisor Hall of Famer becomes Special Advisor to Jim Crane with focus on charitable and youth efforts

HOUSTON, TX - Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson has joined the Astros family as Special Advisor to Jim Crane. Following an illustrious playing career with the Athletics, Orioles, Yankees, and Angels, Jackson spent most of his post-playing career with the New York Yankees organization as a special advisor.

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Rockets Josh Christopher Plays The Role Of 'Unsung Hero' In Victory Over The Lakers

The average fan may have missed the play of rookie guard Josh Christoper. The “Unsung Hero” kept Houston in the game by scoring 12 points and pulling down five rebounds in the second quarter shooting 71 percent from the field on his way to a 21-point night.

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Rockets Sengun Taking Advantage Of Time On The Court With Wood

“We are learning to play together, and I think we have good communication,” Sengun said after practice on Saturday. “He (Wood) finishes quick, which works well for my passing skills.”

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2017 Houston Astros: Look to Duplicate Its First Half Success

The 2017 Houston Astros have been red-hot during the first half of this season. With a combined record of 60-29 and a commanding ten game lead over the nearest opponent in the American League (Boston Red Sox), they have a laser focus on the big prize, The World Series. And why not? Anyone who has watched the Astros this year has witnessed the equivalent to baseball dominance. They are the fourth team in America League history to reach 60 wins before the All-Star break. Only three other teams have accomplish this - the 1969 Baltimore Orioles, 2001 Seattle Mariners, and the 1998 New York Yankees.

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It’s Really Simple: “Win or Go Home”

Rockets take on the Thunder in Game 7 with a lot to lose on the line

For Houston, this is more than just a Game 7. Their future is on the line if their season ends on Wednesday night to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Orlando. So many questions will have to be answered:

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Texas Two-Step: Houston Texans Takes On In-State Rival the Dallas Cowboys for Bragging Rights

There are certain things that will let you know you are in the state of Texas. No matter how many times you have seen a person they will still greet you with, “Hey. How are you doing?” Manners is a must growing up in Texas and that’s why we always say, “Sir or Ma’am.” You will always hear stories about how this person’s barbeque is better than that person’s because in Texas barbeque is the state food. But nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing, speaks louder than “FOOTBALL,” in the great State of Texas and this week’s matchup will definitely have the volume past a ten.

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Home Cooking: Houston Texans Defeat the Cleveland Browns

The Houston Texans got a much needed victory this past Sunday at NRG stadium by defeating the Cleveland Browns 33-17. The Texans got back to their winning ways and got a week off before heading to Seattle to take on the Seahawks. They will need the additional time to get healthy and adjust to the injuries they have suffered on the defensive side of the ball (Whitney Mercilus and JJ Watt are out for the season).

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XFL Has No Plans For 2021 Season After Suspending Operations and Laying Off Employees

And just like that. It’s gone. Even with all the fanfare and major television backing, the XFL is no more. According to Field Yates from ESPN, the XFL is suspending all day-to-day operations and all league employees have been laid off. He spoke with XFL CEO Jeff Pollack who informed him of the decision.

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Houston Texans Take On the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3 of the Preseason

Nothing says football is almost back than friendly barbershop debates. “Watson will have a better career than Dak,” says one die hard Texans fan from across the room waiting on the next available barber. “Believe that if you want. The Cowboys are going to surprise people this year,” says another patron who is decked out in Dallas gear.

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Astros rookies lead them to a victory over the Blue Jays 7 -2

Behind a strong performance from two rising stars from the Astros farm system. The Houston Astros defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 7 -2 in front of a home crowd of 38,012 on Saturday at Minute Maid Park. With that win the Astros are 48-23, which gives them their best 71-game start in franchise history.

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Watson’s game speaks volumes around the NFL

It’s almost becoming a cliché around the league and a statement that has been uttered numerous amounts of times on Houston sports radio and social media pages of Texans fans everywhere.

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Astros Set 2022 Opening Day Roster

The Houston Astros set their 28-man Opening Day roster on Thursday in preparation for their season opener against the Los Angeles Angels. The roster includes 15 pitchers and 13 position players available for manager Dusty Baker.

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Around The Bases: Astros Take The Series From The Rangers

Home Plate: It is pretty safe to say that most of the individuals reading this article knew that these two players would touch home plate. It is fun to watch the bats of right fielder Kyle Tucker, and designated hitter Yordan Alvarez heat up.

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LeBron James Acknowledges The Potential Of Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green

“They are two dynamic young guys who are very explosive,” said James.

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The Finer Things

Astros hot start has fans reminiscing about the 2017 World Series run.

One thing I heard growing up from my other relatives, family, and friends was that I was spoiled. Being the first-born child actually comes with some perks, but I digress. Houstonians over the last three years must feel like spoiled kids when it comes to the Astros because they have become accustomed to the team being in first place come this time of the year.

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A Legend in The Making

The great debate on who is the G.O.A.T (Greatest of All Time) when it comes to the NBA players usually comes down to two of the best to have ever set foot on the hardwood. Retired Hall of Fame shooting guard for the Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan or future first ballot Hall of Fame forward LeBron James who currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers. Sports fans go back and forth with different stats, attributes, and characteristics on who is the best and depending on the day, the top spot changes consistently.

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Texans Training Camp: Day 18

The Texans resumed practice on Wednesday as they prepare for their third preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington on Saturday. Here are a few observations.

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When Adversity Hits

Rockets look for ways to improve after losing 4 out of 5 games.

Sometimes in the midst of trying to find yourself and come to a point of peace and tranquility, you lose yourself to adversity. There will be some trials and tribulations that will come before you can finally reach that place in your life where no problem is worth stressing over.

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Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez Reaches The 100 Home Run Club

“I believe that he set the record so fast,” said Alex Bregman. “In his second at-bat he went oppo (opposite field) homer by the gas pump."