THE STREAK ENDS, WE STILL BELIEVE IT'S TIME

The Houston Rockets remarkable streak has comed to an end. After a 20 point defeat against the Boston Celtics in front of a record setting crowd 74-94. McGrady, Alston, Scola, Battier and others were held each to less than 15 points by the Celtic defense. Pierce and Garnett did well. The X-Factor for the Celts is Leon Powe who had 18 pts. from the bench.

THE STREAK HAS ENDED, BUT WE STIILL BELIEVE IT'S TIME

WE BELIEVE WE HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN THE TITLE!

Rockets 21 Game Win Streak

More than 6 weeks ago, the Rockets were 24-20 fighting for the 8 spot in the West. But after 21 straight wins later which is the 2nd all-time longest winning streak in NBA history (1971-1972 Lakers had a 33 game winning streak). The Rockets are now tied for the 1 spot with the Lakers. Nobody expected this winning streak would last much longer. With the injury to Yao Ming stunning the franchise. The Rockets kept working hard during the streak and throughout the rest of the season and playoffs. They have a great defense which was brought by Jeff Van Gundy the former coach. And a great offense by current coach Rick Adelman. T-Mac has steped up his game, Rafer Alston has defied his early season critics. Luis Scola, Carl Landry, and Aaron Brooks are getting better every game. Shane Battier has done well on both offense and defense. Dikembe Mutumbo is blocking strong like his first season in the NBA, And Bobby Jackson who also played for Adelman in Sacramento is providing a veteran backup role for Rafer. With big matchups against the Lakers and Celtics coming up. I believe we can still keep this up. So for those who are skeptical about this team. And those who keep hatin: We say "_____, Quit Hatin' the Houston Rockets". We believe we can pass the first round and win the title and gold.

Anyway: Magic, Bird and Jordan became champions but they never had a 20 game winning streak during their careers. The '71-'72 Lakers an '70-'71 Bucks who had won a 20+ win streak went on to win the championship.

"Don't ever underestimate the heart of a champion" - Rudy Tomjanovich

Don't forget to waive your index finger, when Mutombo blocks a shot!

IT'S TIME!

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