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Image 2 of 222 Clippers trainer Jasen Powell attends to forward Blake Griffin. Clippers trainer Jasen Powell attends to forward Blake Griffin. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 3 of 222 Clippers trainer Jasen Powell attends to forward Blake Griffin. Clippers trainer Jasen Powell attends to forward Blake Griffin. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 4 of 222 Clippers guard Darren Collison knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin. Clippers guard Darren Collison knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 6 of 222 Clippers center DeAndre Jordan stands over Rockets guard James Harden. Clippers center DeAndre Jordan stands over Rockets guard James Harden. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 7 of 222 Clippers guard Darren Collison knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin. Clippers guard Darren Collison knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 8 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons points his finger after making a three. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons points his finger after making a three. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 9 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons shoots the ball. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons shoots the ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 11 of 222 Clippers forward Blake Griffin shoots the ball as Rockets forward Terrence Jones and center Omer Asik look. Clippers forward Blake Griffin shoots the ball as Rockets forward Terrence Jones and center Omer Asik look. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 12 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik left, slam dunks the ball as Clippers forward Blake Griffin right, looks on. Rockets center Omer Asik left, slam dunks the ball as Clippers forward Blake Griffin right, looks on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 13 of 222 <b><center>March 27: Rockets 120, 76ers 98</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks. <b><center>March 27: Rockets 120, 76ers 98</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 14 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard drives to the basket past Philadelphia's Brandon Davies. Rockets center Dwight Howard drives to the basket past Philadelphia's Brandon Davies. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 16 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard loses the ball while defended by Philadelphia's Brandon Davies. Rockets center Dwight Howard loses the ball while defended by Philadelphia's Brandon Davies. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 17 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden shoots a three-pointer over 76ers forward James Nunnally. Rockets guard James Harden shoots a three-pointer over 76ers forward James Nunnally. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 18 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden shoots a three-pointer over 76ers forward James Nunnally. Rockets guard James Harden shoots a three-pointer over 76ers forward James Nunnally. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 19 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons drives to the basket over 76ers Henry Sims and Thaddeus Young. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons drives to the basket over 76ers Henry Sims and Thaddeus Young. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 21 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones defends a shot against 76ers guard Elliot Williams. Rockets forward Terrence Jones defends a shot against 76ers guard Elliot Williams. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 22 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones and center Dwight Howard defend against Thaddeus Young. Rockets forward Terrence Jones and center Dwight Howard defend against Thaddeus Young. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 23 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden drives to the basket. Rockets guard James Harden drives to the basket. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 24 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket. Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 26 of 222 <b><center>March 24: Rockets 100, Bobcats 89</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard contests a shot by Al Jefferson of the Bobcats. <b><center>March 24: Rockets 100, Bobcats 89</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard contests a shot by Al Jefferson of the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 27 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives to the basket versus the Bobcats. Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives to the basket versus the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 28 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard makes contact with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Bobcats. Rockets center Dwight Howard makes contact with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 29 of 222 Bobcats center Cody Zeller attempts a shot against Dwight Howard of the Rockets. Bobcats center Cody Zeller attempts a shot against Dwight Howard of the Rockets. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

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Image 31 of 222 Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Bobcats attempts a shot against Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Bobcats attempts a shot against Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 32 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket against the Bobcats. Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket against the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 33 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden dunks over Josh McRoberts of the Bobcats. Rockets shooting guard James Harden dunks over Josh McRoberts of the Bobcats. Photo: David T. Foster III / Charlotte Observer/MCT

Image 34 of 222 Bobcats center Al Jefferson outrebounds Chandler Parsons of the Rockets. Bobcats center Al Jefferson outrebounds Chandler Parsons of the Rockets. Photo: David T. Foster III / Charlotte Observer/MCT

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Image 36 of 222 Gerald Henderson of the Bobcats drives to the basket against the Rockets. Gerald Henderson of the Bobcats drives to the basket against the Rockets. Photo: David T. Foster III / Charlotte Observer/MCT

Image 37 of 222 NBA commissioner Adam Silver poses with fans at the Rockets game against the Bobcats. NBA commissioner Adam Silver poses with fans at the Rockets game against the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 38 of 222 Former South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney watches the Rockets against the Bobcats. Former South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney watches the Rockets against the Bobcats. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

Image 39 of 222 Bobcats owner Michael Jordan takes in the action as Charlotte faces the Rockets. Bobcats owner Michael Jordan takes in the action as Charlotte faces the Rockets. Photo: Bob Leverone / Associated Press

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Image 41 of 222 <b><center>March 22: Rockets 118, Cavaliers 111</center></b> Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas attempts a shot over Dion Waiters of the Cavaliers. <b><center>March 22: Rockets 118, Cavaliers 111</center></b> Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas attempts a shot over Dion Waiters of the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 42 of 222 Jeremy Lin of the Rockets tries to get past Matthew Dellavedova of the Cavaliers. Jeremy Lin of the Rockets tries to get past Matthew Dellavedova of the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 43 of 222 Tristan Thompson of the Cavaliers attempts a shot against Rockets center Omer Asik. Tristan Thompson of the Cavaliers attempts a shot against Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 44 of 222 Rockets defenders collapse on Jarrett Jack of the Cavaliers. Rockets defenders collapse on Jarrett Jack of the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

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Image 46 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik fights for possession of the ball against Tyler Zeller of the Cavaliers. Rockets center Omer Asik fights for possession of the ball against Tyler Zeller of the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 47 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives to the basket against the Cavaliers. Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives to the basket against the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 48 of 222 Jeremy Lin of the Rockets drives to the basket against the Cavaliers. Jeremy Lin of the Rockets drives to the basket against the Cavaliers. Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

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Image 53 of 222 <b><center>March 20: Rockets 129, Timberwolves 106</center></b> Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket against Kevin Love of the Timberwolves. <b><center>March 20: Rockets 129, Timberwolves 106</center></b> Rockets forward Terrence Jones drives to the basket against Kevin Love of the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 54 of 222 Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 56 of 222 Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 57 of 222 Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Texans running back Arian Foster takes in the Rockets-Timberwolves game with former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 58 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden collides with Corey Brewer of the Timberwolves. Rockets shooting guard James Harden collides with Corey Brewer of the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 59 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley drives to the basket against the Timberwolves. Rockets point guard Pat Beverley drives to the basket against the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 61 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley watches the ball bounce out of bounds against the Timberwolves. Rockets point guard Pat Beverley watches the ball bounce out of bounds against the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 62 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley looks to the ref for a whistle while playing the Timberwolves. Rockets point guard Pat Beverley looks to the ref for a whistle while playing the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 63 of 222 Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas attempts a hook shot against the Timberwolves. Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas attempts a hook shot against the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 64 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden attempts a shot against the Timberwolves. Rockets shooting guard James Harden attempts a shot against the Timberwolves. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 66 of 222 <b><center>March 17: Rockets 124, Jazz 86</center></b> Rockets guard James Harden celebrates with Patrick Beverley after Beverley hit a three pointer. <b><center>March 17: Rockets 124, Jazz 86</center></b> Rockets guard James Harden celebrates with Patrick Beverley after Beverley hit a three pointer. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 67 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden celebrates with Rockets guard Patrick Beverley after Beverley hit a three pointer. Rockets guard James Harden celebrates with Rockets guard Patrick Beverley after Beverley hit a three pointer. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 68 of 222 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley loses the ball. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley loses the ball. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 69 of 222 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin attempts to make a basket while defended by Jazz center Enes Kanter, guard Trey Burke and guard Ian Clark. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin attempts to make a basket while defended by Jazz center Enes Kanter, guard Trey Burke and guard Ian Clark. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 71 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik slams the ball. Rockets center Omer Asik slams the ball. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 72 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons puts up a basket. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons puts up a basket. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 73 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden puts up a three-pointer. Rockets guard James Harden puts up a three-pointer. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 74 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden puts up a three-pointer. Rockets guard James Harden puts up a three-pointer. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

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Image 76 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons puts up a three-pointer. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons puts up a three-pointer. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 77 of 222 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley attempts to grab a rebound over Jazz center Derrick Favors. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley attempts to grab a rebound over Jazz center Derrick Favors. Photo: Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle

Image 78 of 222 <b><center>March 16: Heat 113, Rockets 104</center></b> James Harden tries to block LeBron James. <b><center>March 16: Heat 113, Rockets 104</center></b> James Harden tries to block LeBron James. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 79 of 222 Chris Andersen goes around Dwight Howard for a shot. Chris Andersen goes around Dwight Howard for a shot. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

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Image 81 of 222 As Rockets players Terrence Jones and Chandler Parsons apply pressure, they force LeBron James to lose control of the ball. As Rockets players Terrence Jones and Chandler Parsons apply pressure, they force LeBron James to lose control of the ball. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 82 of 222 LeBron James goes around Chris Andersen and Dwight Howard for a two point shot. LeBron James goes around Chris Andersen and Dwight Howard for a two point shot. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 83 of 222 Dwight Howard and Terrence Jones force Dwyane Wade to pass. Dwight Howard and Terrence Jones force Dwyane Wade to pass. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 84 of 222 Dwight Howard is unable to block Mario Chalmers. Dwight Howard is unable to block Mario Chalmers. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

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Image 86 of 222 LeBron James goes around Chris Andersen and Dwight Howard for a two point shot. LeBron James goes around Chris Andersen and Dwight Howard for a two point shot. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 87 of 222 Jeremy Lin and Norris Cole battle for a loose ball. Jeremy Lin and Norris Cole battle for a loose ball. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 88 of 222 Chris Andersen reaches over Dwight Howard as he tries to steal the ball. Chris Andersen reaches over Dwight Howard as he tries to steal the ball. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

Image 89 of 222 Jeremy Lin is unable to block Dwyane Wade. Jeremy Lin is unable to block Dwyane Wade. Photo: J Pat Carter / Associated Press

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Image 91 of 222 <b><center>March 13: Bulls 111, Rockets 87</center></b> Rockets forward Chandler Parsons, right, drives against Bulls guard Mike Dunleavy. <b><center>March 13: Bulls 111, Rockets 87</center></b> Rockets forward Chandler Parsons, right, drives against Bulls guard Mike Dunleavy. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

Image 92 of 222 Jeremy Lin shoots between D.J. Augustin and Nazr Mohammed. Jeremy Lin shoots between D.J. Augustin and Nazr Mohammed. Photo: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images

Image 93 of 222 Dwight Howard moves against Joakim Noah. Dwight Howard moves against Joakim Noah. Photo: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images

Image 94 of 222 Mike Dunleavy grabs his face and hits the floor after being fouled by Chandler Parsons. Mike Dunleavy grabs his face and hits the floor after being fouled by Chandler Parsons. Photo: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images

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Image 96 of 222 Mike Dunleavy leaves the game in the second quarter after an injury. Mike Dunleavy leaves the game in the second quarter after an injury. Photo: Chris Sweda / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Image 97 of 222 Rockets guard Jaremy Lin (7), right, drives to the basket as Bulls guard D.J. Augustin (14) guards. Rockets guard Jaremy Lin (7), right, drives to the basket as Bulls guard D.J. Augustin (14) guards. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

Image 98 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik (3) looks to pass as Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) and guard D.J. Augustin defend. Rockets center Omer Asik (3) looks to pass as Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) and guard D.J. Augustin defend. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

Image 99 of 222 Bulls guard Mike Dunleavy, left, and Rockets guard James Harden watch the ball after Dunleavy passed it. Bulls guard Mike Dunleavy, left, and Rockets guard James Harden watch the ball after Dunleavy passed it. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

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Image 101 of 222 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley, left, looks to pass as Bulls guard Jimmy Butler defends. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley, left, looks to pass as Bulls guard Jimmy Butler defends. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

Image 102 of 222 Rockets forward Dwight Howard, right, shoots over Bulls center Joakim Noah. Rockets forward Dwight Howard, right, shoots over Bulls center Joakim Noah. Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

Image 103 of 222 <b><center>March 11: Thunder 106, Rockets 98</center></b> Rockets point guard Pat Beverley attempts a shot over Steven Adams of the Thunder. <b><center>March 11: Thunder 106, Rockets 98</center></b> Rockets point guard Pat Beverley attempts a shot over Steven Adams of the Thunder. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 104 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley has to be separated from Russell Westbrook of the Rockets point guard Pat Beverley has to be separated from Russell Westbrook of the Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

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Image 106 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley gets tangled up with Russell Westbrook of the Thunder. Rockets point guard Pat Beverley gets tangled up with Russell Westbrook of the Thunder. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 107 of 222 Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook reacts after a foul from Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook reacts after a foul from Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 108 of 222 Russell Westbrook of the Thunder reacts after being fouled by Rockets point guard Pat Beverley. Russell Westbrook of the Thunder reacts after being fouled by Rockets point guard Pat Beverley. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 109 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden has to be separated from Steven Adams of the Thunder. Rockets shooting guard James Harden has to be separated from Steven Adams of the Thunder. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

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Image 111 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden attempts a shot against the Thunder. Rockets shooting guard James Harden attempts a shot against the Thunder. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 112 of 222 Serge Ibaka of the Thunder blocks a shot by Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Serge Ibaka of the Thunder blocks a shot by Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 113 of 222 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons attempts a shot against the Thunder. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons attempts a shot against the Thunder. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 114 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives between two Thunder defenders. Rockets shooting guard James Harden drives between two Thunder defenders. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

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Image 116 of 222 Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook tries to poke the ball away from Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook tries to poke the ball away from Pat Beverley of the Rockets. Photo: Sue Ogrocki / Associated Press

Image 117 of 222 <b><center>March 9: Rockets 118, Trail Blazers 113 (OT)</center></b> Rockets guard James Harden knocks the ball away from Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams. <b><center>March 9: Rockets 118, Trail Blazers 113 (OT)</center></b> Rockets guard James Harden knocks the ball away from Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 118 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer to give the Rockets a 102-101 lead with 1:26 left in the game. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer to give the Rockets a 102-101 lead with 1:26 left in the game. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 119 of 222 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) and forward Chandler Parsons (25) defend against Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) and forward Chandler Parsons (25) defend against Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 121 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks the ball past Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks the ball past Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 122 of 222 Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton gets past Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton gets past Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 123 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer to give him 41 points in the game and tie the score at 113-113 during overtime. Rockets guard James Harden celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer to give him 41 points in the game and tie the score at 113-113 during overtime. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 124 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden fights Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum for a loose ball. Rockets guard James Harden fights Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum for a loose ball. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 126 of 222 Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley has words with Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley has words with Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 127 of 222 Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton tries to steal the ball from Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton tries to steal the ball from Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 128 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden collides with Trail Blazers center Meyers Leonard. Rockets guard James Harden collides with Trail Blazers center Meyers Leonard. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 129 of 222 Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton shoots over Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams. Rockets forward Jordan Hamilton shoots over Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 131 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin passes the ball around Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin passes the ball around Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 132 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden fights for a loose ball against Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews during overtime. Rockets guard James Harden fights for a loose ball against Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews during overtime. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 133 of 222 Rockets guard James Harden reacts after being called for an offensive foul during the first half. Rockets guard James Harden reacts after being called for an offensive foul during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 134 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin has the ball knocked away by Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin has the ball knocked away by Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 136 of 222 Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley fights for a loose ball against Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley fights for a loose ball against Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 137 of 222 Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge shoots over Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge shoots over Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 138 of 222 Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley wears a protective mask before facing the Trail Blazers. Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley wears a protective mask before facing the Trail Blazers. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 139 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard (blocks a shot by Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum. Rockets center Dwight Howard (blocks a shot by Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 141 of 222 Rockets guards James Harden and Jeremy Lin fight Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum for a loose ball. Rockets guards James Harden and Jeremy Lin fight Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum for a loose ball. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 142 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin defends a shot by Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin defends a shot by Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 143 of 222 Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley gestures to the crowd during the fourth quarter. Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley gestures to the crowd during the fourth quarter. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 144 of 222 Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley fouls Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews during overtime. Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley fouls Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews during overtime. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 146 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden hits a 3-pointer over Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews with 8.8 seconds left to play to tie the game and force overtime. Rockets shooting guard James Harden hits a 3-pointer over Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews with 8.8 seconds left to play to tie the game and force overtime. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 147 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin picks up a steal as he knocks the ball away from Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard with 7.9 seconds left to play for a turnover that sent the game into overtime. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin picks up a steal as he knocks the ball away from Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard with 7.9 seconds left to play for a turnover that sent the game into overtime. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 148 of 222 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin gets a hug from forward Chandler Parsons after being fouled sending him to foul line where he hit two free throws for the final points of the game. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin gets a hug from forward Chandler Parsons after being fouled sending him to foul line where he hit two free throws for the final points of the game. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 149 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin celebrates with Patrick Beverley, Dwight Howard and forward Chandler Parsons after a victory over the Trail Blazers. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin celebrates with Patrick Beverley, Dwight Howard and forward Chandler Parsons after a victory over the Trail Blazers. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 151 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden celebrates with fans after a victory over the Trail Blazers. Rockets shooting guard James Harden celebrates with fans after a victory over the Trail Blazers. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 152 of 222 <b><center>March 7: Rockets 112, Pacers 86</center></b> Rockets shooting guard James Harden dunks in the third quarter. <b><center>March 7: Rockets 112, Pacers 86</center></b> Rockets shooting guard James Harden dunks in the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 153 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden reacts after dunking. Rockets shooting guard James Harden reacts after dunking. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 154 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden reacts after dunking. Rockets shooting guard James Harden reacts after dunking. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 156 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden makes a three-pointer. Rockets shooting guard James Harden makes a three-pointer. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 157 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard and Rockets power forward Terrence Jones double team Paul George. Rockets center Dwight Howard and Rockets power forward Terrence Jones double team Paul George. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 158 of 222 Pacers point guard George Hill passes the ball under Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley. Pacers point guard George Hill passes the ball under Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 159 of 222 Pacers small forward Paul George collides into Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Pacers small forward Paul George collides into Rockets shooting guard James Harden. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 161 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden left, and Pacers small forward Paul George right, chase a loose ball. Rockets shooting guard James Harden left, and Pacers small forward Paul George right, chase a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 162 of 222 Pacers power forward David West, 2nd from right, is pulled away from Rockets players. Pacers power forward David West, 2nd from right, is pulled away from Rockets players. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 163 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard right, knocks the ball away from Pacers center Roy Hibbert. Rockets center Dwight Howard right, knocks the ball away from Pacers center Roy Hibbert. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 164 of 222 <b><center>March 5: Rockets 101, Magic 89</center></b> James Harden (13) drives around Maurice Harkless (21). <b><center>March 5: Rockets 101, Magic 89</center></b> James Harden (13) drives around Maurice Harkless (21). Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

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Image 166 of 222 Dwight Howard, left, makes a move to get around Nikola Vucevic. Dwight Howard, left, makes a move to get around Nikola Vucevic. Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

Image 167 of 222 Terrence Jones (6) takes a shot over Tobias Harris (12). Terrence Jones (6) takes a shot over Tobias Harris (12). Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

Image 168 of 222 James Harden, center, loses control of the ball as he tries to drive between Ronnie Price, left, and Arron Afflalo. James Harden, center, loses control of the ball as he tries to drive between Ronnie Price, left, and Arron Afflalo. Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

Image 169 of 222 Chandler Parsons (25) looks to pass the ball around Arron Afflalo (4). Chandler Parsons (25) looks to pass the ball around Arron Afflalo (4). Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

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Image 171 of 222 Kyle O'Quinn, second from right, grabs an offensive rebound in front of Omer Asik (3), Donatas Motiejunas, center, and Jeremy Lin (7). Kyle O'Quinn, second from right, grabs an offensive rebound in front of Omer Asik (3), Donatas Motiejunas, center, and Jeremy Lin (7). Photo: John Raoux / Associated Press

Image 172 of 222 Maurice Harkless (21) dives over Jeremy Lin for a loose ball. Maurice Harkless (21) dives over Jeremy Lin for a loose ball. Photo: Joshua C. Cruey / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Image 173 of 222 Arron Afflalo (4) drives to the basket against Terrence Jones (6). Arron Afflalo (4) drives to the basket against Terrence Jones (6). Photo: Joshua C. Cruey / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Image 174 of 222 Nikola Vucevic (9) grabs the rebound ahead of the Terrence Jones (6) and Dwight Howard (12). Nikola Vucevic (9) grabs the rebound ahead of the Terrence Jones (6) and Dwight Howard (12). Photo: Joshua C. Cruey / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

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Image 176 of 222 Omer Asik (3) takes a rebound away from Kyle O'Quinn (2). Omer Asik (3) takes a rebound away from Kyle O'Quinn (2). Photo: Joshua C. Cruey / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Image 177 of 222 <b><center>March 4: Rockets 106, Heat 103</center></b> Rockets shooting guard James Harden defends Dwyane Wade of the Heat. <b><center>March 4: Rockets 106, Heat 103</center></b> Rockets shooting guard James Harden defends Dwyane Wade of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 178 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard drives to the basket as Mario Chalmers and Chris Bosh of the Heat defend. Rockets center Dwight Howard drives to the basket as Mario Chalmers and Chris Bosh of the Heat defend. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 179 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden falls over Shane Battier of the Heat. Rockets shooting guard James Harden falls over Shane Battier of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 181 of 222 Chris Andersen of the Heat blocks a shot attempt from Rockets forward Chandler Parsons. Chris Andersen of the Heat blocks a shot attempt from Rockets forward Chandler Parsons. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 182 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a dunk against the Heat. Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a dunk against the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 183 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard battles for possession with Chris Andersen of the Heat. Rockets center Dwight Howard battles for possession with Chris Andersen of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 184 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik outrebounds Dwyane Wade of the Heat. Rockets center Omer Asik outrebounds Dwyane Wade of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 186 of 222 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin records a block against Michael Beasley of the Heat. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin records a block against Michael Beasley of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 187 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones reacts after making a 3-pointer. Rockets forward Terrence Jones reacts after making a 3-pointer. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 188 of 222 Heat forward LeBron James adjusts his mask before playing the Rockets. Heat forward LeBron James adjusts his mask before playing the Rockets. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 189 of 222 Rockets point guard Pat Beverley looks to pass as Ray Allen of the Heat defends. Rockets point guard Pat Beverley looks to pass as Ray Allen of the Heat defends. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 191 of 222 Chris Andersen of the Heat blocks a shot from Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas. Chris Andersen of the Heat blocks a shot from Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 192 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a rebound against Dwyane Wade of the Heat. Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a rebound against Dwyane Wade of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 193 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a slam dunk versus the Heat. Rockets center Dwight Howard gets a slam dunk versus the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 194 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden gets tangled up with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Rockets shooting guard James Harden gets tangled up with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 196 of 222 LeBron James of the Heat lies on the floor after colliding with Rockets center Dwight Howard. LeBron James of the Heat lies on the floor after colliding with Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 197 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones attempts a shot against Michael Beasley of the Heat. Rockets forward Terrence Jones attempts a shot against Michael Beasley of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 198 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones battles for possession with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Rockets forward Terrence Jones battles for possession with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 199 of 222 Indiana Pacers point guard George Hill left, passes the ball under Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley right, during the first quarter of NBA game action at the Toyota Center Friday, March 7, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Indiana Pacers point guard George Hill left, passes the ball under Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley right, during the first quarter of NBA game action at the Toyota Center Friday, March 7, 2014, in ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 201 of 222 Rockets forward Terrence Jones battles for possession with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Rockets forward Terrence Jones battles for possession with Chris Bosh of the Heat. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 202 of 222 <b><center>March 1: Rockets 118, Pistons 110</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard fights for a loose ball against Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe. <b><center>March 1: Rockets 118, Pistons 110</center></b> Rockets center Dwight Howard fights for a loose ball against Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 203 of 222 Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton dunks the ball as Pistons shooting guard Rodney Stuckey looks on. Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton dunks the ball as Pistons shooting guard Rodney Stuckey looks on. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 204 of 222 Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin covers his eye after being hit by Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum while bringing the ball up the floor during the first half. Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin covers his eye after being hit by Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum while bringing the ball up the floor during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 206 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden shoots over Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond. Rockets shooting guard James Harden shoots over Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 207 of 222 Pistons center Andre Drummond hugs Rockets center Dwight Howard after the Rockets' 118-110 victory. Pistons center Andre Drummond hugs Rockets center Dwight Howard after the Rockets' 118-110 victory. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 208 of 222 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) celebrates with power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the first half. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) celebrates with power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 209 of 222 Rockets power forward Terrence Jones goes up for a tip against Pistons small forward Josh Smith during the first half. Rockets power forward Terrence Jones goes up for a tip against Pistons small forward Josh Smith during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 211 of 222 Rockets fans try to distract a Pistons free-throw shooter during the second half. Rockets fans try to distract a Pistons free-throw shooter during the second half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 212 of 222 Rockets power forward Terrence Jones grabs a rebound away from Pistons center Andre Drummond. Rockets power forward Terrence Jones grabs a rebound away from Pistons center Andre Drummond. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 213 of 222 Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton fights for a rebound against Pistons small forward Josh Smith. Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton fights for a rebound against Pistons small forward Josh Smith. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 214 of 222 Rockets power forward Terrence Jones has the ball knocked away by Pistons power forward Greg Monroe. Rockets power forward Terrence Jones has the ball knocked away by Pistons power forward Greg Monroe. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 216 of 222 Rockets shooting guard James Harden bring the the ball up the floor in front of center Dwight Howard during the second half. Rockets shooting guard James Harden bring the the ball up the floor in front of center Dwight Howard during the second half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 217 of 222 Rockets center Omer Asik, power forward Donatas Motiejunas, point guard Jeremy Lin and shooting guard Francisco Garcia watch from the bench during the second half. Rockets center Omer Asik, power forward Donatas Motiejunas, point guard Jeremy Lin and shooting guard Francisco Garcia watch from the bench during the second half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 218 of 222 Dwight Howard gets a hug from Hakeem Olajuwon before the Rockets face the Pistons. Dwight Howard gets a hug from Hakeem Olajuwon before the Rockets face the Pistons. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

Image 219 of 222 Astros mascot Orbit dunks a baseball as mascots perform during a time out during the first half. Astros mascot Orbit dunks a baseball as mascots perform during a time out during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle

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Image 221 of 222 Clutch runs onto the court to announce that the game marks the mascot's "19th birthday" during the first half. Clutch runs onto the court to announce that the game marks the mascot's "19th birthday" during the first half. Photo: Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle