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Hawks limp through playoff series against Celtics (Yahoo! Sports)

BOSTON (AP) The Atlanta Hawks seemed to have found the answer to their injury woes: a rejuvenated Tracy McGrady, who was putting together a playoff game reminiscent of his youth.

Pistons hold off Hawks 86-85 (Yahoo! Sports)

Tayshaun Prince made a driving left-handed shot with 24.3 seconds remaining, and the Detroit Pistons held on to beat the Atlanta Hawks 86-85 on Friday night. Detroit wasted a 12-point fourth-quarter lead and trailed by one after Jeff Teague's layup with 36.6 seconds to play, but Prince answered and Atlanta's Joe Johnson missed a contested shot from the left corner in the final seconds.

Radmanovic, Hawks rally past Bucks, 99-94 (Yahoo! Sports)

Vladimir Radmanovic made the go-ahead 3-pointer with 11.9 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks rallied in the final period to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 99-94 on Friday night. Jannero Pargo scored 11 points, all in the fourth quarter. The Hawks, playing without leading scoring Joe Johnson, leaned on their reserves, including veterans Tracy McGrady and Jerry Stackhouse, in the final period.

Hawks demolish Raptors as Johnson drops 30
Joe Johnson needed just three quarters to match his season high with 30 points, Tracy McGrady scored 15 against his former team and the Atlanta Hawks recorded their sixth consecutive victory over the Raptors, beating Toronto 100-77 on Tuesday night.

Johnson scores 30 as Hawks rout Raptors (AP)

Joe Johnson needed just three quarters to match his season high with 30 points, Tracy McGrady scored 15 against his former team and the Atlanta Hawks recorded their sixth consecutive victory over the Raptors, beating Toronto 100-77 on Tuesday night. Atlanta's leading scorer, Johnson has averaged 30 points in his past four games against Toronto.

Hawks top Nets for third time in 2 weeks (AP)

Josh Smith scored a season-high 26 points and the Atlanta Hawks shot nearly 54 percent from the field in beating the New Jersey Nets for the third time this season, 106-101 on Monday night. Joe Johnson added 22, Jeff Teague had 20 and Al Horford had 14 points and nine rebounds as the Hawks led for all but a few seconds in winning their third straight game overall.

Hawks' late run ends Heat's perfect start
Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Tracy McGrady hit a pair of big 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Hawks ended Miami's perfect start by beating the Heat 100-92 on Monday night.

Heat suffer first loss, 100-92 to Hawks (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Tracy McGrady hit a pair of big 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Hawks ended Miami's perfect start by beating the Heat 100-92 on Monday night. McGrady and Al Horford each scored 16 for the Hawks (4-1), who opened the final period on a 15-3 run to take control.

Hawks run away from Heat in fourth
Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Tracy McGrady hit a pair of big 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Hawks ended Miami's perfect start by beating the Heat 100-92 on Monday night.

Johnson leads balanced Hawks by Wizards (AP)

Joe Johnson led another balanced attack with 18 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Washington Wizards 101-83 on Wednesday night. The Hawks have had six players score in double figures in each of their first two wins to open the season. Tracy McGrady had 11 points off the bench to join Atlanta's five starters in double figures.

McGrady likely to sign with Hawks (AP)
A person familiar with the situation says Tracy McGrady will likely sign a one-year deal with the Atlanta Hawks. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday night because signings can't be announced until the new NBA labor agreement is ratified. The 32-year-old McGrady is a seven-time All-Star, but a series of injuries have turned him into a part-time player.

Source: McGrady likely to sign with Hawks
A person familiar with the situation says Tracy McGrady will likely sign a one-year deal with the Atlanta Hawks.

Source: McGrady, Hawks agree on 1-year deal
Tracy McGrady has agreed to a 1-year, veteran-minimum deal with the Atlanta Hawks, a source close to the situation told ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.

Rockets appear headed for rebuilding job (AP)
Rick Adelman came to Houston in 2007 hoping to build a contending team around All-Stars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady. Both were stricken with injuries almost from the moment Adelman arrived, and the Rockets played most of the last two seasons without them. McGrady underwent microfracture surgery on his knee and was traded away in February 2010, and Yao missed all but five games this season with a...

Pistons short-handed again against Jazz (AP)
One night after using only six players against the Philadelphia 76ers after several others missed the start of a shootaround, the Detroit Pistons are preparing to play short-handed again. Coach John Kuester says Tracy McGrady is sick and Tayshaun Prince has a back problem and won't be available for Saturday night's game against Utah.

Rockets waive seldom-used F Jeffries (AP)
The Houston Rockets have waived seldom-used forward Jared Jeffries' expiring contract, an expected move following a pair of trades made just before Thursday's deadline. The 6-foot-9 Jeffries, acquired from New York in the Tracy McGrady deal last February, is due to make about $6.9 million this season.

Report: Pistons skip practice in protest
If the Detroit Pistons' season hadn't been tumultuous enough, things may have gotten worse. According to reports by The Detroit News and the Detroit Free Press, five Pistons -- Tracy McGrady, Tayshaun Prince, Richard Hamilton and Chris Wilcox -- missed Friday morning's shootaround in protest of head coach John Kuester.

Patterson helps Rockets beat Pistons (AP)

Rookie forward Patrick Patterson scored a career-high 20 points, including seven in a row late in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets pulled away for a 108-100 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. After both teams had blown double-digit leads, Patterson's tip-in gave Houston a 95-94 advantage.

Aldridge has 36, Blazers run streak to 4 (AP)

The Detroit Pistons knew exactly what was coming Sunday night. It didn't help. All-Star snub LaMarcus Aldridge scored 36 points, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to their fourth straight win, 105-100 over the Pistons. "The difference in this game was Aldridge, Aldridge and Aldridge," Pistons coach John Kuester said.

Rip scores 15 in return as Pistons down Bucks
Reserve Richard Hamilton scored 15 points in his first action since Jan. 10 and Tracy McGrady added 20, leading the Detroit Pistons over the Milwaukee Bucks 89-78 on Saturday night.

Hamilton returns, has 15 in Pistons' win (AP)

Reserve Richard Hamilton scored 15 points in his first action since Jan. 10 and Tracy McGrady added 20, leading the Detroit Pistons over the Milwaukee Bucks 89-78 on Saturday night. Less than 24 hours after he said he thought he'd played his last game for Detroit because he was inactive in a win on Friday night, Hamilton looked much more like the sharpshooter who helped the Pistons win a title...

Jackson's 39 carry Bobcats past Pistons (AP)

The Charlotte Bobcats are hoping to fight off several teams for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. They took a step in the right direction on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson scored a season-high 39 points to lead the Bobcats, playing their sixth straight road game, to a 97-87 win over the shorthanded Detroit Pistons.

Billups helps Nuggets end skid at Palace (AP)

Chauncey Billups scored 26 points, including a trio of 3-pointers late in the game, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Detroit Pistons 109-100 on Wednesday night. Carmelo Anthony had 18 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists -- shaking off trade talk for another day -- to help the Nuggets win for the seventh time in nine games.

Pistons drop Magic for 2nd straight win
Tracy McGrady, Tayshaun Prince and Austin Daye each scored 20 points to help the Detroit Pistons to a 103-96 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night.

McGrady's 20 help Pistons stun Magic (AP)

Tracy McGrady and Tayshaun Prince each scored 20 points to help the Detroit Pistons to a 103-96 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. The Pistons scored 26 points off 16 Orlando turnovers and shot 50 percent from 3-point range to earn their first victory of the season over the Magic. Rodney Stuckey and Ben Gordon added 16 points apiece for Detroit.

McGrady scores 22, Pistons beat Raptors (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 22 points, Rodney Stuckey had 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 101-95 Friday night. Charlie Villanueva had 16 points and eight rebounds while rookie Greg Monroe scored 12 for the Pistons, who had lost five of their last six games. Chris Wilcox had 12 rebounds and four points.

Randolph, Gay power Grizzlies by Pistons (AP)

Zach Randolph had 34 points and 17 rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 26 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Detroit Pistons 107-99 on Wednesday night. The Pistons debuted a new starting lineup -- and benched Richard Hamilton. Ben Wallace (ankle) missed the game and was replaced by rookie Greg Monroe, while Tracy McGrady and Chris Wilcox came in for Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.

Waiver Wire: T-Mac on the attack
A motivated Tracy McGrady is turning back the clock in Detroit while Keyon Dooling will get a chance to step up in the absence of Brandon Jennings. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.




Waiver Wire: T-Mac on the attack
A motivated Tracy McGrady is turning back the clock in Detroit while Keyon Dooling will get a chance to step up in the absence of Brandon Jennings. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.




Jazz beat Pistons for 11th straight time (AP)

Deron Williams scored 22 points, including a pair of late free throws, as the Utah Jazz beat Detroit 102-97 on Monday night for their 11th straight victory over the Pistons. Raja Bell hit a 3-pointer and sank two free throws to give the Jazz a 100-97 lead with 17.9 seconds left. Tracy McGrady, starting in place of Rodney Stuckey, missed a 3-pointer and Al Jefferson grabbed the rebound to seal the...

Pistons trounce Hawks, end 4-game skid (AP)

The Detroit Pistons had one of the biggest meltdowns in franchise history Saturday night. On Tuesday, they weren't going to let it happen again. In their first game since blowing a 25-point lead in an embarrassing loss to Toronto, the Pistons held off a third-quarter rally before pulling away for a 103-80 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

Scola, Rockets ruin McGrady's return (AP)

The Houston Rockets have been working on playing better in the fourth quarter. The effort appears to be paying off. Luis Scola had 35 points and 12 rebounds Tuesday night to lead the Rockets to a 97-83 win over the Detroit Pistons, ruining Tracy McGrady's return to Houston. McGrady hit a 3-pointer with about eight minutes left to get the Pistons within one, but Houston scored the next seven...

Scola's monster night helps Rockets roll Pistons
Luis Scola had 35 points and 12 rebounds Tuesday night to lead the Rockets to a 97-83 win over the Detroit Pistons, ruining Tracy McGrady's return to Houston.

Detroit Pistons swingman Tracy McGrady said LeBron James should have chosen the Chicago Bulls
Tracy McGrady told the New York Daily News that LeBron James would have been better off going to the Chicago Bulls, and the reason why the Miami Heat are struggling is because James and Dwyane Wade both command the ball.

Detroit Pistons swingman Tracy McGrady said LeBron James should have chosen the Chicago Bulls
Tracy McGrady told the New York Daily News that LeBron James would have been better off going to the Chicago Bulls, and the reason why the Miami Heat are struggling is because James and Dwyane Wade both command the ball.

Bryant has 33 in 3 quarters, Lakers win (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 33 points without playing in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of Richard Hamilton's early ejection in a 103-90 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Bryant scored 24 in the first half, helping the Lakers open a 14-point halftime lead, and the struggling Pistons allowed the first seven points of the third quarter to fall behind 66-45.

Heat's Big 3 still gaining chemistry (AP)

Using his own word, Chris Bosh has been "lost" on the court at times. So he sought out LeBron James to try and figure out why. On the plane flying back from New Orleans late Friday night, Bosh and James sat and talked about how they can best complement each other with the Miami Heat. Whatever was said in that chat seemed to help, as Miami's "Big 3" of Bosh, Wade and Dwyane...

Gordon, Prince lead Pistons to first win (AP)
John Kuester was running out of ideas to fix a Detroit Pistons season that was quickly falling apart. On Friday night, found one that worked. Kuester benched rebellious guard Rodney Stuckey, started Tracy McGrady at the point and watched the Pistons win their first of the season, 97-90 over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.

Pistons' Richard Hamilton, Tracy McGrady out against Bucks
Richard Hamilton and Tracy McGrady will both miss the Detroit Pistons' preseason game Friday against Milwaukee.

New Piston Tracy McGrady feeling healthy after arriving in Detroit
Tracy McGrady says he feels healthy and at ease after knee problems ruined his last two seasons.

Tracy McGrady ready to revive career with Detroit Pistons
Tracy McGray is hoping that his free-agent deal with the Detroit Pistons will help him prove to the NBA that he's not an old, broken-down player.

Source: Tracy McGrady agrees with Pistons on one-year contract
Tracy McGrady has agreed to a one-year, $1.35 million contract with the Pistons, a source tells ESPN.com's Marc Stein.

McGrady, Pistons agree to 1-year deal (AP)
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Tracy McGrady has agreed to terms of a one-year contract with the Detroit Pistons. The person, who spoke Tuesday on the condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced, says McGrady will play for $1.3 million this season.

Sources: Detroit Pistons considering signing Tracy McGrady
The Detroit Pistons are seriously weighing whether to sign the two-time scoring champion after McGrady's recent flirtation with the Chicago Bulls, according to sources with knowledge of Detroit's thinking.

Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said Tracy McGrady remains a possibility
Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said Tracy McGrady remains a possibility, but team needs a shooter.

Tracy McGrady eyes Chicago Bulls after workout
After working out for the Chicago Bulls on Monday, Tracy McGrady said he wants to play in Chicago.

Sources: Chicago Bulls not convinced Tracy McGrady a good fit
Tracy McGrady hasn't completely sold the Bulls and might not get the contract offer he's been wanting and expecting, according to sources with knowledge of Chicago's thinking.

McGrady works out with Bulls
Seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady has worked out for the Chicago Bulls with hopes of landing with the team he turned down a decade earlier.

McGrady works out for Bulls (AP)
Seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady has worked out for the Chicago Bulls with hopes of landing with the team he turned down a decade earlier. McGrady could be a low-risk addition for a reconfigured team coming off back-to-back first-round playoff exits. The Bulls wouldn't have to pay him much and could refuse to fully guarantee the deal if they make an offer, but there are big questions...

2010 NBA free agency: Chicago Bulls set prerequisites to sign Tracy McGrady, source says
The Chicago Bulls are prepared to sign Tracy McGrady if he proves to be sufficiently healthy in Monday's workout and he can convince the team he is willing to accept an off-the bench role, one source familiar with Chicago's thinking told ESPN.com.

Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose talks about Tracy McGrady
Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose would love to free agent Tracy McGrady join his team.

Los Angeles Clippers play it straight after Tracy McGrady workout
Tracy McGrady worked out for the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday and the team wasn't yet ready to say how intersted it is in signing him.

Chicago Bulls are taking a look at Tracy McGrady
The Chicago Bulls are taking a look at the health of Tracy McGrady to see if he could fit on their team.

Los Angeles Clippers to meet with Tracy McGrady next week
Free agent forward Tracy McGrady has scheduled a workout with the Los Angeles Clippers next week.

Tracy McGrady of New York Knicks says he'll retire if he can't regain form
Tracy McGrady remains optimistic that an extensive training program this summer can help him regain the form that made him an NBA All-Star. But if it can't, he'll retire, he said Wednesday.

Rockets' Martin out with sore shoulder (AP)
Houston's Kevin Martin was set to miss the Rockets' game with the Los Angeles Clippers because of a sore left shoulder. Martin, who is listed day to day, has averaged almost 22 points and 3.3 rebounds in the 17 games since he was traded to the Rockets. The 6-foot-7 player was acquired from Sacramento in the three-team deal that sent Tracy McGrady to the Knicks on Feb.

Ex-Knicks step up, lift Rockets by former team
Aaron Brooks scored seven straight points down the stretch and the Houston Rockets got strong efforts from the players they got for Tracy McGrady to beat the New York Knicks 116-112 Sunday.

Rockets beat McGrady, Knicks 116-112 (AP)
Aaron Brooks scored seven straight points down the stretch and the Houston Rockets got strong efforts from the players they got for Tracy McGrady to beat the New York Knicks 116-112 Sunday. Kevin Martin, acquired by the Rockets from Sacramento in the three-team deal that sent McGrady to New York, led Houston with 28 points.

Knicks win second straight on road (AP)
Danilo Gallinari scored 21 points, Toney Douglas added 20 and the New York Knicks won their second straight on the road by rallying past the struggling Philadelphia 76ers, 94-84 on Monday night. Al Harrington contributed 15, Tracy McGrady scored 14 and Wilson Chandler had 12 points and 11 rebounds for the Knicks (24-43), who snapped the Dallas Mavericks' 13-game win streak with a convincing...

New York Knicks' Tracey McGrady sits out against Atlanta Hawks because of soreness
Tracy McGrady is sitting out the Knicks' game against Atlanta because of soreness.

Knicks' McGrady sits with soreness (AP)
Tracy McGrady is sitting out the Knicks' game against Atlanta because of soreness. McGrady had played all nine games since New York acquired him from Houston at last month's trade deadline, but decided to rest Monday night in the Knicks' third game in four nights. McGrady is still trying to get in shape after playing only limited minutes in six games in December after returning from...

Landry's 22 and 10 get Kings by Rockets (AP)
Carl Landry had 22 points and 10 rebounds against his former team, leading the Sacramento Kings to an 84-81 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. The Rockets traded the popular power forward to the Kings in a three-team swap just before the deadline in a deal that sent Tracy McGrady to New York.

Tracy McGrady (knee) sits out second half vs. the Memphis Grizzlies
Knicks guard Tracy McGrady was not expected to play in the second half against Memphis on Saturday night because of a sore left knee.

Randolph's 31 and 25 power Grizzlies (AP)

Zach Randolph overwhelmed them with his scoring and rebounding. Tracy McGrady lasted 15 minutes before calling it a night. Good thing all the New York Knicks' moves are for the future. Because if they were about the present, all of them backfired Saturday night. Randolph had 31 points and a career-high 25 rebounds against his former team, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Knicks 120-109 to tie a...

Martin scores 33 as Rockets beat Spurs (AP)

Kevin Martin had his best game since being traded to the Rockets, scoring 33 points to lead Houston to a 109-104 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. Martin finally showed he was the scorer the Rockets were looking for when they acquired him and three others last week in the deal that sent Tracy McGrady to the New York Knicks.

Durant leads Thunder to 8th straight win
Tracy McGrady's dazzling debut was just about everything the New York Knicks could have hoped for.

New York Knicks to start Tracy McGrady on Saturday vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Tracy McGrady will be in the starting lineup in his New York Knicks debut on Saturday night against Oklahoma City.

McGrady dazzles but Thunder win in OT (AP)

Tracy McGrady's dazzling Knicks debut couldn't stop the surging Oklahoma City Thunder, who got 36 points from Kevin Durant and beat New York 121-118 in overtime Saturday night for their eighth straight victory. Durant made the go-ahead jumper with 16 seconds left in his 27th consecutive game with at least 25 points, the longest streak since Allen Iverson also did it in 27 in a row from...

T-Mac's dazzling debut: 26 points in Knicks' loss
Tracy McGrady's dazzling Knicks debut couldn't stop the surging Oklahoma City Thunder, who got 36 points from Kevin Durant and beat New York 121-118 in overtime Saturday night for their eighth straight victory.

New Rockets pass physicals, join team (AP)
The practice almost felt like the start of a new season -- and era -- for the Houston Rockets. New acquisitions Kevin Martin, Jared Jeffries, Jordan Hill and Hilton Armstrong passed their physicals and watched their new team work out Friday, a day after Houston acquired the quartet in a three-team swap that sent Tracy McGrady to New York.

Tracy McGrady hopes to stick with New York Knicks
Tracy McGrady is going to get a chance to show he is still a top NBA player.

McGrady hopes to be in Knicks' future (AP)
Tracy McGrady is going to get a chance to show he is still a top NBA player. And he wants to stick around if the New York Knicks bring in some bigger stars this summer, even if it means taking less money. McGrady joined the Knicks on Friday after being acquired in a three-team trade a day earlier. He says he is healthy after microfracture knee surgery, vowing that, "This is not the same Tracy...

Tracy McGrady traded to New York Knicks in 3-team deal, sources say
The Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings and New York Knicks have agreed to terms that will expand the Houston-Sacramento deal into a three-way trade that lands Tracy McGrady with the Knicks, according to NBA front-office sources.

Report: McGrady headed to Kings; Knicks next?
Tracy McGrady is reportedly headed to Sacramento, but is it just a layover on his way to New York?

Report: McGrady headed to Kings; Knicks next?
Tracy McGrady is reportedly headed to Sacramento, but is it just a layover on his way to New York?

Reports: Rockets trade McGrady to Kings (AP)
Published reports say the Houston Rockets have traded Tracy McGrady and his massive expiring contract to the Sacramento Kings for guards Kevin Martin and Sergio Rodriguez, center Hilton Armstrong and forward Kenny Thomas. The Kings also reportedly will get forward Carl Landry, Houston's most productive bench player this season, and seldom-used forward Joey Dorsey.

Sources: New York Knicks in Tracy McGrady chase despite hurdles
The Knicks are confident that they will pull off a trade for Tracy McGrady, despite hurdles, sources said on Wednesay.

Sources: Houston Rockets mull New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls Tracy McGrady deals
The Rockets are deciding between offer from the Knicks and Bulls for Tracy McGrady, sources said on Tuesday.

Revamped Rockets could bring big changes
The Rockets could be in for a change if Tracy McGrady is traded as expected. Our Jamey Eisenberg evaluates the Rockets for Fantasy value going forward.




Sources: Washington Wizards and Houston Rockets still talking Tracy McGrady trade
The Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards continue to discuss a possible Tracy McGrady trade in advance of next month's trading deadline, according to NBA front-office sources.

Boston Celtics' Ray Allen suggests limiting fans' role in voting for All-Star Game
Celtics guard Ray Allen thinks it's time to limit fans' influence in All-Star voting with Allen Iverson and Tracy McGrady, despite having little to no impact this season, both headed into the final hours of voting in position to start.

Iverson, T-Mac may be All-Star starters (AP)
Unwanted by their teams, Allen Iverson and Tracy McGrady are still adored by their fans. The Memphis Grizzlies quickly parted ways with Iverson. The Houston Rockets are trying to trade McGrady. Maybe the players can swap stories of their rocky roads while covering each other at the All-Star game. Despite having little to no impact this season, both went into the final hours of voting in position to...

Bynum's big 4th lifts Lakers by Rockets (AP)

Pau Gasol is out injured, Kobe Bryant's finger was killing him and Andrew Bynum rose above it all in the post. Bynum scored 11 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter when the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Houston Rockets 88-79 on Tuesday night for their fourth consecutive victory. Without injured Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady, the Rockets didn't have the size to contend with the...

Allen Iverson, Tracy McGrady among All-Star votes leaders
Allen Iverson could be back in the All-Star game.

Fantasy Fast Break: Here's to Detroit's health
What happens in Detroit now that the Pistons are finally healthy? Can Allen Iverson and Lou Williams co-exist? What's the deal with Tracy McGrady? Sergio Gonzalez provides owners with the storylines to follow in Week 10.




Rockets confirm they are looking to trade McGrady
The Houston Rockets acknowledge they are trying to trade Tracy McGrady, after the two-time scoring champion's representatives asked the team to deal him.

Report: McGrady seeks trade from Rockets
A person with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press that Tracy McGrady's representatives asked the Houston Rockets to trade him.

Sources: Houston Rockets give Tracy McGrady indefinite leave, will look to trade disgruntled guard
The Houston Rockets have granted Tracy McGrady and indefinite leave from the team and will work with McGrady's representatives to find a new home via trade for the blank-time All-Star, according to sources close to the process.

Disgruntled McGrady not with Rockets this weekend
Tracy McGrady was not with the Houston Rockets when they played the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night, nor will he play Sunday in Cleveland.

Report: Houston Rockets to bench displeased Tracy McGrady
Tracy McGrady says he's ready to see more action for the Houston Rockets. The Rockets decided he won't see any action for at least two games.

Fantasy Fast Break: Steer clear of Jameer?
When should owners start to trust Jameer Nelson and Tracy McGrady? Why are the Knicks suddenly more of a defensive team? Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on those developments and more in his Fantasy Fast Break.




Dirk, Landry hurt as Rockets top Mavs (AP)

Kyle Lowry came off the bench for a career-high 26 points and 10 assists, and the Houston Rockets took advantage of the second-half absence of Dirk Nowitzki to beat the Mavericks 116-108 in overtime Friday night. Aaron Brooks added 25 points and Luis Scola contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds to help the Rockets end the Mavericks' five-game winning streak.

Galinsky: Five thoughts on Week 7
Tracy McGrady can thank someone else for a possible All-Star selection. John Galinsky has five thoughts about Week 7 in the NBA.

Kobe Bryant leads All-Star voting; injured Tracy McGrady on pace to start
Kobe Bryant is the leading vote-getter for the NBA All-Star Game and Tracy McGrady is on track to join him in the Western Conference backcourt despite not playing yet this season.

Injured McGrady on pace to start All-Star game
Kobe Bryant is the leading vote-getter for the NBA All-Star game and Tracy McGrady is on track to join him in the Western Conference backcourt despite not playing yet this season. Bryant had more than 692,000 votes in the first set of returns announced Thursday, about 20,000 more than East leader Dwyane Wade. Also on track to start for the West in the Feb. 14 game are NBA leading scorer Carmelo Anthony and Dirk Nowitzki at forwards, and Amare Stoudemire at center.

Brooks, Landry power Rockets by Thunder (AP)

Aaron Brooks scored 18 of his 21 points in the second half, Carl Landry had 21 points and 10 rebounds after replacing injured Luis Scola and the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-91 on Sunday night. Already without All-Stars Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming, the Rockets lost Scola 22 seconds into the game when he was poked in the right eye by Oklahoma City's Etan Thomas.

Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady back at practice, return unclear
Tracy McGrady has returned to practice with the Houston Rockets for the first time since microfracture surgery in February, but the seven-time All-Star still doesn't know when he'll play.

Houston Rockets tell Tracy McGrady his return will have to wait
Tracy McGrady says he is ready to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait.

Rick Adelman: Tracy McGrady has 'long way' to go to play
Tracy McGrady is closer to getting back on the court after microfracture surgery, but no timetable has been set for the seven-time All-Star's return to the Houston Rockets.

Houston Rockets: No Tracy McGrady return date despite report
The Rockets say there is no timetable for Tracy McGrady's return despite the star reportedly saying he's shooting for Nov. 18.

Rockets ride ferry to game, top Warriors (AP)

Rick Adelman called his team out for being selfish and impatient. Then something clicked in the second half. The Houston Rockets are trying to find themselves without sidelined stars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady, and Adelman realizes that will be a work in progress. Luis Scola scored 15 of his 21 points in the third quarter and grabbed 11 rebounds, Aaron Brooks had 18 points and 12 assists, and the...

Rockets' McGrady says rehab ahead of schedule
Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady said Monday he's "far ahead of schedule" in his recovery from knee surgery and wants to show that he's still got a few good years left in him. The seven-time All-Star underwent a risky microfracture procedure on his left knee on Feb. 24, and doctors said his recovery could take up to 12 months. McGrady said he hasn't set a date for his return, but he can already run and jump several weeks ahead of doctors' expectations.

Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady says his rehab ahead of schedule after microfracture knee surgery
Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady said Monday he's "far ahead of schedule" in his recovery from knee surgery and wants to show that he's still got a few good years left in him.

Who are the NBA's tough guys and softies?
Josh Howard and Tracy McGrady are big-time scorers, but they're often hurt. Charley Rosen separates the tough guys from softies.

Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady to wear No. 3 to spotlight Darfur work
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady will swap his No. 1 uniform number for No. 3.

McGrady switching jersey numbers
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady will swap his No. 1 uniform number for No. 3. McGrady's old number will go to new teammate Trevor Ariza, the Lakers forward who agreed to a multiyear deal with Houston on July 2. McGrady wore No. 3 in high school. He is making the switch to promote his humanitarian efforts in the Darfur region of the Sudan and a documentary on his summer 2007 visits to refugee camps in the region. The documentary, "3 Points," is set for release this fall.

McGrady switching jersey number to No. 3 (AP)
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady will swap his No. 1 uniform number for No. 3. McGrady's old number will go to new teammate Trevor Ariza, the Lakers forward who agreed to a multiyear deal with Houston on July 2. McGrady wore No. 3 in high school. He is making the switch to promote his humanitarian efforts in the Darfur region of the Sudan and a documentary on his summer 2007 visits to refugee...

Houston Rockets face questions on Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady, Ron Artest
The Rockets are still planning on building around Yao Ming, but many questions remain.

Yao's 31 lift Rockets by Nuggets 115-113 (AP)

Yao Ming scored 31 points, Rafer Alston added 18 points and 11 assists and the Houston Rockets beat the Denver Nuggets 115-113 on Monday afternoon. Denver's Kenyon Martin missed two foul shots with 2.6 seconds left, and Yao rebounded to clinch the win. Von Wafer had 18 and Luis Scola 16 for the Rockets, who have won five of their last six games and four of five since Ron Artest and Tracy McGrady...

Yao goes 12-for-12 as Rockets down Heat (AP)

Yao Ming set a Houston record by going 12-for-12 from the field, and finished with 26 points and 10 rebounds in the Rockets' 93-86 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Rafer Alston added a season-high 22 points to help the Rockets improve to 2-1 since Tracy McGrady and Ron Artest were shelved to recover from injuries.

Kobe leads Lakers by undermanned Rockets (AP)

Kobe Bryant sank a 3-pointer with 27 seconds left and scored 33 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the undermanned Houston Rockets 105-100 on Tuesday night. Bryant had 13 points in the fourth quarter, finally getting the better of Houston's Von Wafer, who scored a career-high 23 points in place of the injured Tracy McGrady.

Ailing McGrady out 2 weeks to help conditioning
The Rockets will allow Tracy McGrady to work on conditioning for two weeks as he battles knee problems.

Rockets top Knicks without T-Mac, Artest (AP)

Luis Scola had 18 points and 11 rebounds, Rafer Alston added 17 points and six assists and the undermanned Houston Rockets took advantage of New York's poor shooting to beat the Knicks 96-76 on Saturday night. Aaron Brooks scored 16 points, Von Wafer had 15 and Yao Ming 14 for the Rockets, who played without Tracy McGrady and Ron Artest.

McGrady, Artest out of lineup against Knicks
Houston guard Tracy McGrady and forward Ron Artest missed the Rockets' game Saturday night against New York because of injuries.

McGrady helps Rockets hold off Thunder (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 26 points and made two critical free throws with 8.2 seconds left to help the Houston Rockets win their second straight road game by holding off the Oklahoma City Thunder 98-96 on Friday night. McGrady, who had missed two of the Rockets' previous three games due to a left knee injury, helped extend Houston's winning streak over the franchise to 10 straight games, including...

Cavs 14-0 at home after beating Rockets (AP)

LeBron James scored 27 points -- 18 in the second half-- and Mo Williams added 23 as the Cleveland Cavaliers remained the NBA's only undefeated team at home with a 99-90 win Tuesday night over the Houston Rockets. Daniel Gibson made two big 3-pointers in the fourth quarter for the Cavaliers, who improved to 23-2 in their last 25 games and 14-0 at home.

Rockets hand Wolves 12th straight loss (AP)

From dunking on a player 8 inches taller and 55 pounds heavier than he is to swatting away shots and chasing after loose balls, Al Jefferson is trying everything he can to snap the Minnesota Timberwolves out of this miserable slump. Yet nothing seems to be working. Tracy McGrady scored 23 points and the Houston Rockets made 12 3-pointers to hand the Timberwolves their 12th straight loss, 109-102 on...

Rockets hand Wolves 12th straight loss (AP)

The Minnesota Timberwolves have hit their lowest point in 14 years. Tracy McGrady scored 23 points and the Houston Rockets made 12 3-pointers to hand the Timberwolves their 12th straight loss, 109-102 on Saturday night. Aaron Brooks had 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who have won three in a row and seven of their last nine.

Yao scores 30 to lead Rockets past Kings (AP)

Yao Ming scored 11 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, Luis Scola earned his seventh double-double of the season and the Houston Rockets beat the Sacramento Kings 107-96 on Friday night. Scola matched a season high with 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, Tracy McGrady scored 18 and Carl Landry added 11 rebounds for the Rockets, who've won six straight at home.

McGrady's triple-double carries Rockets (AP)

Tracy McGrady notched his fourth career triple-double and first this season, Yao Ming scored 32 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Denver Nuggets 108-96 on Tuesday night. McGrady had 20 points and reached season highs in rebounds (14) and assists (10) for his first triple-double since last December.

McGrady returns, leads Rockets to win (AP)

Tracy McGrady just missed a triple-double in his return to the court, Yao Ming had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 119-108 Friday night. McGrady, who missed the last seven games with soreness in his left knee, had 24 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Rockets improved to 15-8, their best record after 23 games since the 1996-97 team started...

Week 7 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
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Week 7 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
With Tracy McGrady out (again), it has been Rafer Alston who has stepped up for the Rockets. Sergio Gonzalez sells him to Fantasy owners for the week ahead and more in his weekly Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Week 7 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
With Tracy McGrady out (again), it has been Rafer Alston who has stepped up for the Rockets. Sergio Gonzalez sells him to Fantasy owners for the week ahead and more in his weekly Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Waiver Wire: The T-Mac impact
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Waiver Wire: The T-Mac impact
With Tracy McGrady on the shelf for close to a month, who steps up for the Rockets? Our Sergio Gonzalez has a couple of ideas and also provides some players to add, some to avoid and others to stash in his weekly Waiver Wire column.

Waiver Wire: The T-Mac impact
With Tracy McGrady on the shelf for close to a month, who steps up for the Rockets? Our Sergio Gonzalez has a couple of ideas and also provides some players to add, some to avoid and others to stash in his weekly Waiver Wire column.

Yao, Alston lead Rockets past Clippers (AP)
Yao Ming had 24 points, Rafer Alston sank five 3-pointers and added 21, and the Houston Rockets beat the Los Angeles Clippers 103-96 on Wednesday night. Ron Artest scored 19 points and Yao grabbed 10 rebounds and went 12-for-13 from the free throw line for the Rockets, who played their fourth straight game without Tracy McGrady.

McGrady says he'll miss 3 weeks with sore knee
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady says he'll miss three weeks to rehabilitate his sore left knee. McGrady has missed Houston's last three games after starting the first 15. He had arthroscopic surgery in May, and admitted he came back a little bit too soon. McGrady is Houston's second-leading scorer, averaging 15.6 points this season. McGrady visited with orthopedist James Andrews on Monday.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/472803561" height="1" width="1"/

T-Mac to miss 3 weeks to rehab sore left knee
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady says he'll miss three weeks to rehabilitate his sore left knee.

McGrady, Barry to miss time for Rockets
Rockets star Tracy McGrady is expected to be out at least a week and his playing time will be restricted when he returns while he struggles with soreness in his left knee stemming from offseason surgery. McGrady, who has missed the last three games, was evaluated by Dr. James Andrews on Monday. McGrady will continue a rehabilitation program to help alleviate the soreness in his knee.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/471992874" height="1" width="1"/

Rockets' McGrady out week with knee soreness
Tracy McGrady won't play for the Rockets for a week with knee soreness.

Anthony scores 2 points but Nuggets win (AP)
The Denver Nuggets didn't need Carmelo Anthony's usual double-digit performance to beat the Houston Rockets 104-94 Sunday night. Chauncey Billups scored 28 points, including 11 in a 19-7 third-quarter run the Nuggets used to break away from the Rockets, who played their third straight game without injured star Tracy McGrady (sore left foot).

McGrady-less Rockets beat Spurs 103-84 (AP)

Luther Head scored 21 points in place of the injured Tracy McGrady and the Houston Rockets used balanced scoring to beat the San Antonio Spurs 103-84 on Saturday night. Ron Artest added 16 points and eight rebounds, Yao Ming and Rafer Alston scored 12 points apiece and Luis Scola added 11 for Houston, which had all five starters in double-figures for just the second time this season.

McGrady scores 14 in 4th as Rockets win (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Yao Ming added 18 to win a battle of awesome wingspans, and the Houston Rockets added to the Washington Wizards' misery with a 103-91 victory Friday night. Quiet for most of the game, McGrady hit a pair of 3-pointers in a 9-0 run that wiped out a nine-point deficit and tied it with 7 minutes to play.

T-Mac practices day after re-injuring knee
Houston Rockets forward Shane Battier practiced with the team for the first time on Tuesday, but Ron Artest and Yao Ming skipped the workout after leaving Monday's win over Oklahoma City with sprained ankles. Tracy McGrady also practiced Tuesday after re-aggravating his sore left knee in Monday's game. McGrady was going to have an MRI on the knee, but decided with team officials that the test was unnecessary and practiced instead.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/457757518" height="1" width="1"/

Rockets' McGrady, Battier practice; Yao, Artest sit
Tracy McGrady practiced with the Rockets, one day after aggravating his surgically repaired knee.

Rockets overcome McGrady's injury in win (AP)

Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets made a second-half surge without injured seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-89 on Monday night. McGrady left the game in the opening minute of the second half after aggravating his surgically repaired left knee, but the Rockets were still able to mount a 14-3 run...

Rockets stifle Paul to top Hornets 91-82 (AP)

Yao Ming scored 21 points, Tracy McGrady added 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Houston Rockets bottled up Chris Paul in a 91-82 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Saturday night. Paul, who came in averaging 22 points, went 2-for-10 from the field and 8-for-8 from the free throw line to score 12.

Nash, Alston, Barnes suspended for fight
The NBA has suspended Steve Nash and Matt Barnes of Phoenix and Rafer Alston of Houston for their roles in a fight. Alston and Barnes were suspended for two games without pay and Nash for one. The league also fined Shaquille O'Neal $35,000 and Tracy McGrady $25,000 on Friday for their actions during the Rockets' 94-82 win in Phoenix on Wednesday. Barnes knocked back Alston with his shoulder late in the third quarter, and Alston charged him.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/453304394" height="1" width="1"/

Nash, Barnes, Alston suspended for fight (AP)
The NBA has suspended Steve Nash and Matt Barnes of Phoenix and Rafer Alston of Houston for their roles in a fight. Alston and Barnes were suspended for two games without pay and Nash for one. The league also fined Shaquille O'Neal $35,000 and Tracy McGrady $25,000 on Friday for their actions during the Rockets' 94-82 win in Phoenix on Wednesday.

Rockets win game marked by skirmish (AP)

Tracy McGrady snapped out of a slump to score 22 of his 27 points in the second half Wednesday night, and the Houston Rockets beat the Phoenix Suns 94-82 in a game that featured a scoring landmark for Shaquille O'Neal and a skirmish that drew two ejections and seven technical fouls. McGrady, 1-for-16 shooting in his previous two games, made 11 of 18 shots, going 9-of-14 in the second half as the...

Allen's 29 help Celts hold off Rockets (AP)
Boston's Big 3 outplayed Houston's trio of stars Tuesday night. Ray Allen scored 29 points, Kevin Garnett added 14 points and 11 rebounds and the Celtics shut down Ron Artest and Yao Ming in a 103-99 victory over the Rockets. Tracy McGrady scored 26 points for Houston and tried to rally the Rockets (3-1) down the stretch against the defending NBA champions.

McGrady, Yao help Rockets move to 3-0 (AP)
Tracy McGrady had 22 points, Yao Ming added 16 and the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 89-77 on Saturday night for their third straight win. Carl Landry had 14 points and a career-high tying 11 rebounds for Houston. Ron Artest, Luis Scola and Rafer Alston added 10 points apiece. Houston wasn't sharp offensively, shooting just 36 percent, but led almost the entire way with excellent...

Should Artest be Rockets' main man?
Even with Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady, the Rockets might be better off with Ron Artest as their main man, Charley Rosen says.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/437829035" height="1" width="1"/

Rockets prepare for a title run (AP)
The Houston Rockets want to be this season's Boston Celtics. Like Boston last season, the Rockets assembled a "Big Three" of their own by acquiring Ron Artest to join Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming. Artest, who averaged 20.5 points with Sacramento last season, adds toughness, versatility and a third scoring option the Rockets have lacked since McGrady arrived in 2004.

Rockets beat short-handed Spurs (AP)

Ron Artest had 18 points and five rebounds and Luis Scola added 13 points as the Houston Rockets beat the short-handed San Antonio Spurs 85-78 on Thursday night. Yao Ming scored eight points and grabbed four rebounds in two quarters for the Rockets, while Tracy McGrady was in uniform, but did not play because of a sore left knee.

Artest scores 15 in Rockets' debut (AP)

Ron Artest scored 12 of his 15 points in the first quarter of his Houston debut and the Rockets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 96-93 in the preseason opener on Tuesday night. Tracy McGrady sat out to rest his sore left knee. The Rockets star had offseason surgery to remove loose tissue in the knee and said last week that it was healing slower than expected.

McGrady needs to shut up and play
Tracy McGrady needs to be a rock for Houston to contend in the West. Early returns don't look promising, Mike Kahn says.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/408397088" height="1" width="1"/

Rockets' McGrady: Shoulder arthritic, knee hurting
Rockets star Tracy McGrady says his left shoulder is arthritic and will require surgery after this season. He also said at the team's media day that his left knee is still bothering him after surgery in May.

McGrady says shoulder arthritic, knee slow to heal
The Houston Rockets, buzzing about the arrival of Ron Artest, already have injury concerns with Tracy McGrady. Houston's leading scorer said Monday that his left shoulder is arthritic and will require surgery after this season. He also said his left knee is healing slower than expected from surgery in the spring. McGrady sprained his shoulder against Sacramento on March 24, and wore padding to protect it for the rest of the season.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/406724992" height="1" width="1"/

Reports: Rockets to acquire Artest in trade
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.

Report: Rockets to get Artest in trade
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.

McGrady out up to 3 months after minor surgery
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady could need three months to recover following operations on his knee and shoulder.

Rockets' McGrady undergoes arthroscopic surgery
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady had arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and left knee on Tuesday. Dr. Tom Clanton, the team physician, told the Houston Chronicle that no structural damage was found in the ligament or cartilage of McGrady's knee. Loose particles were removed from both the knee and the shoulder. The newspaper said Dr. Hussein Elkhousy repaired a slight labrum tear on McGrady's shoulder.

Rockets' McGrady has surgery on shoulder, knee
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady had arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and left knee on Tuesday.

McGrady has shoulder and knee surgery (AP)
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady had arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and left knee on Tuesday. Dr. Tom Clanton, the team physician, told the Houston Chronicle that no structural damage was found in the ligament or cartilage of McGrady's knee. Loose particles were removed from both the knee and the shoulder.

Rockets stay alive, rip Jazz 95-69 (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 29 points, Luis Scola added 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets staved off elimination Tuesday night by routing the Utah Jazz 95-69 in Game 5 of their first-round series. Dikembe Mutombo grabbed 10 rebounds as the Rockets cut their series deficit to 3-2 and forced Game 6 in Utah on Friday night.

Moriello: The Bottom 10
Tracy McGrady's numbers may look good, but his fourth quarter performances earn him a spot in John Moriello's Bottom 10.

McGrady leads Rocket by Jazz 94-92 (AP)

Tracy McGrady snapped out of his fourth-quarter slump and scored seven of his 27 points in the final period, leading Houston to a 94-92 victory over Utah on Thursday night that gave the Rockets life in a series that could have been headed for a sweep. Rafer Alston added 20 points and five assists in his first game in nearly two weeks as Houston avoided falling behind 3-0 in the series by beating...

Rockets, Raptors, Wizards find new life
Game 3 was the charm for the Wizards and Raptors, but especially for Tracy McGrady and the Rockets, Mike Kahn says.

Jazz beat Rockets for 2-0 series lead (AP)

Tracy McGrady disappeared again in the fourth quarter and the Utah Jazz took a commanding lead in their playoff series with the Houston Rockets. Deron Williams shrugged off an ankle injury and scored 22 points and Mehmet Okur added 16 points and 16 rebounds as the Jazz beat the Rockets 90-84 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Jazz trio proves too much for Rockets (AP)

Who says the Utah Jazz can't play well on the road? Andrei Kirilenko scored 21 points, Carlos Boozer had 20 points and 16 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat the Houston Rockets 93-82 in the opener of their first-round series Saturday night. Deron Williams had 20 points and 10 assists as Utah, 17-24 on the road during the regular season, won its second straight playoff game in Houston.

McGrady aims to win first playoff series (AP)
Maybe this will be the year for Tracy McGrady. Winless in six playoff series, McGrady is running out of chances to amend his legacy of postseason failures. Utah's victory over Houston in seven games last year left him in tears. Now, he's back again, and facing a familiar foe. The Rockets open a first-round series against those same Jazz in Houston on Saturday night.

Rockets gain No. 5 seed, will meet Jazz (AP)

The Houston Rockets did their part on Wednesday night and earned a first-round playoff rematch with the Utah Jazz. Luis Scola had 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Rockets locked up the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference playoffs with a 93-75 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. The Rockets will play Utah in the first round for the second straight season.

McGrady, Scola lead Rockets past Suns (AP)

The Houston Rockets keep playing short-handed and finding ways to win. Tracy McGrady had 22 points, six rebounds and seven assists, and Luis Scola added 19 points as the Rockets cruised to a 101-90 win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. McGrady sat out Wednesday's game against Seattle with a sore left shoulder and the Rockets won 103-80.

McGrady says he'll play against Suns
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady will play against Phoenix on Friday night after missing Wednesday's game against Seattle with a sore left shoulder. But team officials said Rockets forward Shane Battier was questionable for the game with a bruised left foot and ankle. Battier played 18 minutes on Wednesday, then sat out most of the second half as the Rockets pulled away for a 103-80 victory. Houston is 53-25, one-half game ahead of Phoenix in the tight Western Conference standings.

McGrady says he'll play Friday with sore shoulder
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady will play against Phoenix on Friday night after missing Wednesday's game against Seattle with a sore left shoulder.

Rockets rout Sonics without McGrady (AP)

Rafer Alston scored 18 points and Luis Scola added 13 points and 12 rebounds as the Houston Rockets, playing without Tracy McGrady, easily beat the Seattle SuperSonics 103-80 on Wednesday night. McGrady sat out with a sore left shoulder that's bothered him for more than a week, but the Rockets didn't miss him against the Sonics, who've lost 11 straight road games and 18 of their last 20 games...

McGrady takes 1-game break to rest shoulder
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady sat out Wednesday's game against Seattle to rest his sore left shoulder.

Taking baby steps
Even Tracy McGrady and Kobe Bryant weren't immediate stars, which is why Mike Kahn likes bumping the minimum age to 20.

Rockets beat Clippers to clinch playoffs (AP)

The Houston Rockets clinched a playoff berth Sunday night. They didn't find that to be a cause for celebration. "We knew we were going to make the playoffs," Rockets star Tracy McGrady said after his team's 105-79 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. "What are we going to do when we get there? Clinching is pretty good, but it's not what we want to celebrate." Rookie Aaron Brooks came off the bench...

McGrady's big 3rd quarter lifts Rockets (AP)

Tracy McGrady insists he's not normal. Really? After a relatively mortal first half, McGrady ignored the pain in his injured left shoulder to score 18 of his 25 points in the third quarter, and the Houston Rockets kept pace in the wild Western Conference playoff race with a 79-66 victory over the Seattle SuperSonics on Friday night.

McGrady's 35 lead Rockets by Blazers (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 26 of his 35 points in the second half, and the Houston Rockets defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 95-88 Thursday night. The victory snapped a two-game losing streak for Houston. The Rockets, once atop the Western Conference with a 22-game winning streak, are currently in fifth place with the Phoenix Suns.

Spurs win seventh straight, beat Rockets (AP)

Tony Parker and Michael Finley scored 22 points apiece and the San Antonio Spurs cruised past the Houston Rockets 109-88 on Sunday for their seventh straight victory. The much-hyped matchup between the Southwest Division rivals turned out to be more of a dud. The Spurs had the lead for nearly the entire game and led by as many as 25 points.

Rockets beat Kings, Adelman wins 800th (AP)

Rafer Alston wears the same No. 12 that Rick Adelman wore when he played for the San Diego Rockets nearly 40 years ago. On Monday, Alston helped Adelman get a more significant number -- his 800th career coaching victory. Alston scored 28 points and Tracy McGrady added 17 as the Houston Rockets beat the Sacramento Kings 108-100, making Adelman the 13th coach to reach the milestone.

Rockets get back on track, beat Warriors (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 26 points, Bobby Jackson hit an improbable 3-pointer and the Houston Rockets got back to their winning ways with a 109-106 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Houston had lost two straight following a 22-game winning streak that was the second longest in NBA history.

Suns' Stoudemire makes 20-of-20 FTs (AP)

Amare Stoudemire scored 38 points, including a franchise-record 20-of-20 on free throws, and the Phoenix Suns won their seventh in a row by beating the Houston Rockets 122-113 on Saturday night. Stoudemire, who also had 13 rebounds and four blocked shots, broke the club record for consecutive free throws in a game of 17, set by Paul Silas against Atlanta on Jan.

Rockets put streak on line vs. Celtics (AP)
Tracy McGrady bent over exhausted at midcourt after the Houston Rockets extended their winning streak to 22 games by beating the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. There's no time to rest, however. The Rockets host Boston, the NBA's best team, on Tuesday. "It's going to be a challenge, it's going to be a tough game for us," McGrady said.

Rockets remain hot, win No. 21
Tracy McGrady talks with FSN after the Rockets' 21st straight win. T-Mac led the Rockets with 30 points in the victory against the visiting Bobcats.

Rockets extend win streak to 21 (AP)

The Houston Rockets' 21st consecutive victory gave them the second-longest winning streak in NBA history and a share of first place in the Western Conference. Tracy McGrady scored 30 points and the Rockets beat the Charlotte Bobcats 89-80 on Friday night to break a tie with the 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks for the second-best victory streak in league history.

Rockets third team to win 20 straight (AP)

The Houston Rockets became the third team in NBA history to win 20 consecutive games, tying for the league's second-longest winning streak with an 83-75 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. The Rockets joined the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers (33 straight) and 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks (20) as the only teams to win 20 or more in a row.

Rockets match third-best streak in NBA history
Tracy McGrady and the Rockets blasted the Nets on Monday to match the third-longest winning streak in NBA history with 19 in a row.

Rockets win 19th straight, rout Nets (AP)

Tracy McGrady pulled the towel over his shoulders, leaned back in his seat on the bench and smiled. The Houston Rockets' 19th consecutive victory was a laugher. McGrady scored 19 points in less than three quarters and the Rockets routed cold-shooting New Jersey 91-73 on Monday night to match the third-longest winning streak in NBA history.

Rockets win 18th straight
Tracy McGrady outplayed Chris Paul as Houston won its 18th straight, which is tied for the 4th longest streak in NBA history.

Rockets win 18th straight, top Hornets (AP)

Tracy McGrady and the Houston Rockets are making it look easy, even against the best teams in the Western Conference. McGrady scored 41 points Saturday night and the Rockets stretched their winning streak to 18 games with a 106-96 victory over the New Orleans Hornets. The Rockets have won their last nine games by double digits and moved into a tie with the Hornets in the overall conference...

Rockets win 17th straight behind McGrady (AP)

Tracy McGrady had 31 points and nine assists and Rafer Alston added a season-high 24 points, helping the Houston Rockets push their franchise-best winning streak to 17 games with a 113-98 victory over the Dirk Nowitzki-less Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night. Houston's streak is tied for seventh-best in NBA history.

Rockets win team-record 16th straight (AP)

The Houston Rockets made history Wednesday night. Now they can go back to trying to make the playoffs. Tracy McGrady scored 25 points and the Houston Rockets won their franchise-record 16th game, beating Indiana 117-99. The Rockets are 4-0 since losing Yao Ming for the season with a stress fracture in his foot and have won 20 of their last 21 games, and own the longest winning streak in the NBA this...

Rockets sweet 16
The Rockets get their franchise record sixteenth win in a row. Hear from Tracy McGrady after the 117-99 win over Indiana. T-Mac had 25 points and six boards in the win.

Rockets win 15th straight, tie club mark (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 22 points, Shane Battier added 20 and the Houston Rockets tied a franchise record with their 15th straight win, a 103-89 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night. The winning streak is the longest in the NBA this season and matches the longest one in franchise history, reached twice, with the last one coming in their championship season of 1993-94.

Rockets cruise to 14th consecutive win (AP)

The Houston Rockets didn't lose in February. March is likely to be a lot more difficult. Tracy McGrady had 25 points and six assists, and the Rockets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 116-95 on Friday night to extend their winning streak to 14, the longest in the NBA this season. They are one shy of the longest winning streak in franchise history, reached twice, with the last time coming in their...

Yao powers Rockets to 11th straight win (AP)

The Houston Rockets' winning streak just got a whole lot more impressive. Yao Ming had 28 points and 14 rebounds, and the Rockets won their 11th straight game, 100-80 over the Western Conference-leading New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. "We talked about making a statement," said Rockets coach Rick Adelman, whose team also set a franchise record with 10 consecutive road victories.

T-Mac leads surging Rockets
Tracy McGrady scored 34 points to lead Houston to their 11th straight win and 10th on the road. Hear from T-Mac after the Rockets' 100-80 win in New Orleans.

Rockets top Heat for 10th straight win (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 21 and the Houston Rockets won their 10th straight game, a 112-100 victory over Miami on Thursday night that sent the Heat to their 10th straight loss. Houston has won 14 of its last 15 games and the winning streak is its longest since the championship season of 1993-94 when the team opened with 15 straight.

Yao lifts Rockets past Cavaliers 92-77 (AP)

Yao Ming had 22 points and 12 rebounds as the Houston Rockets overcame a poor night from ailing All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 92-77 on Thursday night. Rafer Alston had 17 points and nine assists and Shane Battier had 15 points for the Rockets, who've won nine of their last 10.

Rockets win eighth straight on road (AP)

Tracy McGrady had 26 points, six rebounds and seven assists, and the surging Houston Rockets held on for a 92-86 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Though McGrady had a season-high seven turnovers, he made the shots when they counted down the stretch, including the clinching 3-pointer with 30 seconds to go after Al Jefferson led the improving Wolves on an impressive rally.

Rockets earn sixth straight road win (AP)

Rookie Carl Landry scored 13 of his career-high 22 points in the fourth quarter, and the Houston Rockets beat the Indiana Pacers 106-103 on Friday night for their sixth straight road victory. Tracy McGrady had 19 points, Yao Ming added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Shane Battier scored 13 points for Houston (26-20).

Yao's 36 points, 8 boards lift Rockets (AP)

Yao Ming scored eight of his 36 points in the final 2 1/2 minutes and had 19 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets hold on to beat the Golden State Warriors 111-107 on Tuesday night. Rafer Alston had 17 points and a season-high 12 assists as the Rockets overcame the absence of Tracy McGrady to win for the fifth time in six games and snap a four-game losing streak to the Warriors.

Flu-like symptoms sideline McGrady vs. Warriors
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady sat out Tuesday's game against Golden State with flu-like symptoms.

Flu-like symptoms sideline McGrady (AP)
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady sat out Tuesday's game against Golden State with flu-like symptoms. McGrady, who is second on the team in scoring at 22 points, was inactive for the 15th time this season. He missed two games with an elbow injury and 12 with various injuries to his left knee. McGrady had played in five games since missing 11 straight with the knee injury.

Rockets end Blazers' home streak at 12 (AP)

Led by newest member Tracy McGrady, Houston's reserves carried the Rockets to victory. McGrady had 15 points, Carl Landry added 12 points and eight rebounds and the Rockets stopped the Portland Trail Blazers' home-winning streak with an 89-79 win Friday night. "It's a great tribute to our group ... I think we've found ourselves." McGrady said.

McGrady helps extend Sonics' skid to 12 (AP)

Kevin Durant wants to eventually model his game after Tracy McGrady. Durant got a view Wednesday night of just how good McGrady is, even with a gimpy leg. Nursing a left knee injury, McGrady put together a second half that showed even with one good leg he's still one of the best in the game. McGrady scored 18 of his 28 points in the second half and took over in the final 90 seconds, both scoring and...

Rockets hand Sonics 11th straight loss (AP)
Yao Ming had 30 points and 17 rebounds, Tracy McGrady added 17 points and five assists and the Houston Rockets beat Seattle 96-89 on Monday, the SuperSonics' team-record 11th consecutive loss. Bonzi Wells scored 16 points for the Rockets, who've won seven of their last nine games. Wally Szczerbiak and Jeff Green had 15 points apiece for Seattle, now riding the longest single-season losing streak in...

Rockets beat Spurs as McGrady returns (AP)

Tracy McGrady returned and the Houston Rockets held on to a fourth-quarter lead against the defending NBA champions on Saturday night. Maybe the Rockets' season isn't slipping away just yet. Yao Ming had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and Houston beat San Antonio 83-81, the Spurs' fourth loss in six games.

Rockets star McGrady returns to floor
Rockets star Tracy McGrady returned against San Antonio on Saturday night after missing 11 games because of injuries to his left knee. The Rockets' leading scorer with 22.8 points per game, McGrady has been out since Dec. 28 due to a bone bruise, a strained tendon and tendinitis. The Rockets went 7-4 in his absence. McGrady did not start Saturday's game, but coach Rick Adelman said McGrady would play. "We have to continue to play like we've been trying to play," Adelman said.

Injured McGrady may play Saturday vs. Spurs
Rockets star Tracy McGrady said Friday he'll probably end an 11-game absence, a day after saying his left knee needed more time to heal. McGrady has been sidelined with a bone bruise, a strained tendon and patellar tendinitis in the knee. He said Thursday he was "unlikely" to play against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night because the injury was still painful and limiting his movement.

T-Mac could play vs. Spurs after 11-game absence
Rockets star Tracy McGrady said he'll probably end an 11-game absence, a day after saying his left knee needed more time to heal.

Rockets win fifth straight without T-Mac (AP)

Tracy McGrady took another night off, Yao Ming barely broke a sweat and the Houston Rockets still easily handled the Minnesota Timberwolves. Luis Scola had 22 points and nine rebounds and rookie Carl Landry had 15 points and 11 rebounds, both career highs, as the Rockets beat Minnesota 113-82 on Friday night to win for the seventh time in the nine games McGrady has missed with a left knee injury.

T-Mac on the mend, but will miss next 3 games
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady is expected to miss three more games as he recovers from a left knee injury.

Rockets' McGrady expected to miss 3 games
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady is expected to miss three more games as he recovers from a left knee injury. McGrady, averaging 23 points and five assists per game, has sat out the last eight games with strained tendons, tendinitis and a bone bruise in the knee. The Rockets are 6-2 in the stretch without him heading into Friday night's game against Minnesota. Rockets trainer Keith Jones said McGrady's knee is healthy, but he needs to improve his conditioning before he can play again.

Rockets win again without McGrady, 92-84 (AP)

Still unsure when they'll get Tracy McGrady back, the Houston Rockets are doing just fine without him right now. Luther Head's season-high 24 points and Rafer Alston's double-double Tuesday night led Houston past the Washington Wizards 92-84, the Rockets' third consecutive victory. Alston finished with 15 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, and Yao Ming scored 21 points for Houston, which is 5-2...

McGrady could return to Rockets Friday
Tracy McGrady will be checked out by the Houston Rockets' medical staff Thursday to determine when he'll be able to return from his left knee injury. "We certainly are missing him," Rockets coach Rick Adelman said before Tuesday night's game at the Washington Wizards. "But it's important that he's healthy when he does start playing." McGrady, sidelined by strained tendons, tendinitis and a bone bruise in his left knee, last played Dec. 23. He's the Rockets' leading scorer at 22.

McGrady could return soon if medically cleared
Tracy McGrady will be checked out by the Houston Rockets' medical staff Thursday to determine when he'll be able to return from his left knee injury.

Rockets' McGrady could return Friday (AP)
Tracy McGrady will be checked out by the Houston Rockets' medical staff Thursday to determine when he'll be able to return from his left knee injury. "We certainly are missing him," Rockets coach Rick Adelman said before Tuesday night's game at the Washington Wizards. "But it's important that he's healthy when he does start playing." McGrady, sidelined by strained tendons, tendinitis and a bone...

Yao leads Rockets past struggling Knicks (AP)

Yao Ming scored 30 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished out six assists and the Houston Rockets won for the fourth time in six games without Tracy McGrady, beating the New York Knicks 103-91 on Saturday night. Rookie point guard Aaron Brooks scored a career-high 22 for the Rockets, who've won six straight meetings with the Knicks.

In The Paint: Fragile McGrady
Tracy McGrady's penchant for injuries makes it a buyer's market for any potential trade suitors, Marques Johnson says.

Report: New MRI shows McGrady out 7-10 days
Tracy McGrady will reportedly miss a week to 10 days.

McGrady says knee might need weeks to rehab
Tracy McGrady and the Houston Rockets were hopeful the team's leading scorer was "day to day." It looks, though, as if he needs considerable time out of the lineup to recover from a sore left knee.

Yao leads McGrady-less Rockets to win (AP)

Even without Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming and the Houston Rockets were able to easily take care of the struggling Memphis Grizzlies. For the first time this season, the Rockets won without having one of their regular starters in the lineup as Yao scored 22 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and blocked five shots, and Luis Scola scored a caree-high 22 points in a 103-83 victory over Memphis on Friday night.

Report: McGrady expects to miss week with knee
Although Tracy McGrady reportedly only has inflammation in a tendon in his left knee, the Rockets star is being cautious in his return to the court.

McGrady to sit out next 2 games to rehab knee
Tracy McGrady will miss Houston's next two games to rest his ailing left knee. McGrady missed the second half of the Rockets' 97-92 loss to Orlando on Dec. 19 with soreness in the knee. He sat out Houston's loss to Denver the next night. He played a total of 50 minutes in Houston's last two games, a win in Chicago on Dec. 22 and a loss to Detroit on Dec. 23. An MRI exam performed on Monday revealed swollen tendons in the knee, but no structural damage.

McGrady to miss Rockets' next 2 games (AP)
Tracy McGrady will miss Houston's next two games to rest his ailing left knee. McGrady missed the second half of the Rockets' 97-92 loss to Orlando on Dec. 19 with soreness in the knee. He sat out Houston's loss to Denver the next night. He played a total of 50 minutes in Houston's last two games, a win in Chicago on Dec.

Report: McGrady expects to be out 'a week'
Tracy McGrady may have no structural damage to his sore left knee, but don't expect to see him on a court in the immediate future.

Report: MRI on McGrady's knee shows no damage
An MRI on Tracy McGrady's knee reveals no damage, according to the Houston Chronicle.

Rockets' McGrady, Yao injured in loss (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 17 points and Antonio McDyess and Rasheed Wallace added double-doubles, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the shorthanded Houston Rockets 94-82 Sunday night. The Rockets started the night near full strength, but their two stars both left with injuries. Tracy McGrady didn't come out for the second half after aggravating a sore knee, while Yao Ming missed most of the second...

McGrady, Yao leave injured vs. Detroit
The Houston Rockets lost Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming to injuries during Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. McGrady left at halftime after aggravating his sore left knee, and Yao left after getting cut in the face. A team spokesman said McGrady would not return, but Yao's status was uncertain. McGrady left Houston's Dec. 19 loss to Orlando after injuring the knee, and missed a loss at Denver the next day.

McGrady returns, leads Rockets by Bulls (AP)

Tracy McGrady returned to the Houston lineup and had 20 points and eight assists to lead the Rockets to a 116-98 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Yao Ming had 18 points and eight rebounds but sprained his right thumb in the third quarter. X-rays were negative, and Yao retuned in the fourth quarter.

Bulls' Wallace, Rockets' McGrady return (AP)
Chicago Bulls center Ben Wallace and Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady were back in the starting lineup for their game Saturday night. Wallace missed two games with bone spurs on the top of his left foot and McGrady missed Thursday's double overtime loss at Denver with a sore left knee. Wallace is averaging 4.5 points and 8.7 rebounds for the Bulls.

McGrady hurt in Rockets' loss to Magic (AP)

Orlando's star of the past got hurt and the Magic's star of the present carried them to a victory. Dwight Howard had 21 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks and the Magic took advantage of former Orlando star Tracy McGrady's absence in the second half to beat the Houston Rockets 97-92 on Wednesday night.

McGrady goes 1-for-11, leaves Rockets game hurt
Tracy McGrady left Wednesday's game with a sore knee.

Rockets' McGrady leaves with knee injury (AP)
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady left Wednesday night's game against the Orlando Magic with a sore left knee. McGrady missed 10 of 11 shots and was limping noticeably in the first half. He didn't come out with his team for the second half. He bruised his left knee in Saturday's loss to Dallas and went 5-of-18 from the field in that game.

Rockets win despite poor foul shooting (AP)

As long as the Houston Rockets avoided the free-throw line on Wednesday night, they did just fine against the Detroit Pistons. Tracy McGrady scored 29 points and Yao Ming added 21 points and 13 rebounds as the Rockets nearly entered the NBA record book for foul-shot futility before beating the Pistons 80-77.

Bosh returns, leads Raptors over Rockets (AP)

Chris Bosh had 21 points and 10 rebounds in his return to the Toronto lineup and the Raptors beat the Houston Rockets 93-80 Sunday. Kris Humphries added 16 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, for Toronto. Carlos Delfino had 12 points, Anthony Parker added 11 and Jason Kapono 10. Former Raptor Tracy McGrady had 23 for Houston, while Yao Ming scored 15 and Bonzi Wells had 12.

Kidd back, but Nets lose at home again (AP)

The Houston Rockets jumped out early, then talked afterward about how well they responded to New Jersey's run. What run? Yao Ming had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Tracy McGrady added 24 points, and the Rockets never trailed in a 96-89 victory over the Nets on Friday night. The game was never really in doubt after the first 10 minutes.

McGrady, Yao lead Rockets over Grizzlies (AP)

Tracy McGrady had his third career triple-double and Yao Ming had 24 points and 13 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 105-92 on Wednesday night. McGrady, who was cold shooting from the field early, finished with 17 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Reserve Bonzi Wells added a season-high 24 for Houston, which has won four of six since losing six straight.

Kings spoil Adelman's return to Arco (AP)

Ron Artest and Kevin Martin each scored 26 points, and the Sacramento Kings spoiled former coach Rick Adelman's return to Arco Arena by beating the Houston Rockets 107-99. The Kings took the lead for good with a strong third quarter and withstood a Tracy McGrady-led charge by Houston. McGrady scored 28 of his 40 points in the second half.

Courtside Seat: Looking for a third
Our Jamey Eisenberg profiles the Rockets under new coach Rick Adelman, who are struggling to find a third scorer after Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming.

Warriors win fifth straight, rip Rockets (AP)

Al Harrington gives up 9 inches and 60 pounds to Yao Ming. Yet by using his quickness to front and harass the 7-foot-6 Yao, Harrington is somehow able to shut down Houston's All-Star center. Harrington outplayed Yao for a second straight meeting, shutting him down at one end and scoring 18 points on the other to help the Golden State Warriors beat the Rockets 113-94 on Thursday night for their...

McGrady's big 4th quarter lifts Rockets (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 19 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter and the Houston Rockets capitalized on another key injury to the Los Angeles Clippers in a 88-71 victory Monday night. Rafer Alston added 17 points for the Rockets, who have posted back-to-back wins following a six-game losing streak, and have beaten the Clippers four straight times at Staples Center.

McGrady helps Rockets end 6-game slide (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 35 points and Yao Ming had 22 points and 13 rebounds as the Houston Rockets snapped a six-game losing streak with a 109-81 win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. Shane Battier grabbed a season-high 12 rebounds and Houston outrebounded Denver 57-38 to overcome their 17 percent shooting from 3-point range (3-for-18).

In the Paint: The time is Yao
With Tracy McGrady hurting and the Rockets struggling, it's up to Yao Ming to carry the team, says Marques Johnson.

Duncan leads Spurs past Rockets
Tim Duncan had 25 points and 13 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Houston Rockets 90-84 on Friday night. Manu Ginobili added 19 points for the Spurs and Michael Finley had 17. Luis Scola, whose rights were traded from the Spurs to the Rockets over the summer, had a breakout game, scoring 20 points. Shane Battier added 16. The Rockets, without an injured Tracy McGrady, managed to tie the game at 80 with 3:48 to play on Scola's jump shot.

McGrady (elbow) makes trip to hospital
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady is expected to miss about a week after straining his right elbow against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. "It's definitely good news," McGrady said after the Rockets' 93-90 loss. "I actually thought it could have been a lot worse than it was." The 6-foot-8 McGrady, taken to a hospital for tests, was hurt trying to swat the ball away from Luke Walton in the final minute of the second quarter. McGrady's arm hit Walton's arm and snapped backward.

McGrady leaves game with strained elbow
The Houston Rockets may have lost more than a game on Wednesday night. Kobe Bryant scored 30 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of Tracy McGrady's injury to beat the Rockets 93-90 on Wednesday night. McGrady, the league's leading scorer coming into the game, strained his right elbow late in the first half when he reached in on Luke Walton. He was taken to a hospital for tests and his status beyond Wednesday's game wasn't immediately known.

Playing the Waiver Wire: All is Wells in Houston
Our Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at who benefits from the injury to Tracy McGrady in Houston and he also takes a look around the league for players to add, avoid, drop and monitor on the waiver wire.

Playing the Waiver Wire: All is Wells in Houston
Our Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at who benefits from the injury to Tracy McGrady in Houston and he also takes a look around the league for players to add, avoid, drop and monitor on the waiver wire.

McGrady hurt in Rockets' loss to Lakers (AP)

The Houston Rockets may have lost more than a game on Wednesday night. Kobe Bryant scored 30 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of Tracy McGrady's injury to beat the Rockets 93-90 on Wednesday night. McGrady, the league's leading scorer coming into the game, strained his right elbow late in the first half when he reached in on Luke Walton.

McGrady leaves game after straining left elbow
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady left Houston's game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Lakers because of a strained right elbow.

McGrady scores 41, but Grizzlies win (AP)

Pau Gasol scored 26 points, including four free throws in the final minute, and the Memphis Grizzlies overcame 41 points from Tracy McGrady to beat the Houston Rockets 105-99 on Tuesday night. Darko Milicic added 20 points, while Mike Miller finished with 17 as Memphis snapped Houston's three-game winning streak.

Yao, McGrady rally Rockets past Bobcats (AP)

Houston Rockets center Yao Ming and guard Tracy McGrady have been called one of the NBA's best scoring tandems. The Charlotte Bobcats won't dispute that. McGrady and Yao led the Rockets back from a seven-point deficit in the fourth quarter to an 85-82 win on Sunday night. Yao scored a season-high 34 points, including a pair of free throws with 20.4 seconds left to put Houston in the lead, and...

Rockets finally beat Spurs at home
Yao Ming had 28 points and 13 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets snap a four-game, home-court losing streak to San Antonio with a 89-81 win over the Spurs on Tuesday night. Bonzi Wells added 14 points and 15 rebounds for Houston, which controlled Tim Duncan and outrebounded the sluggish Spurs 55-28. Duncan scored 14 and grabbed 10 rebounds, but went only 5-for-15 from the field. Tracy McGrady struggled with his shooting, too, going 4-of-14 and scoring only 12.

Terry helps Mavs hold off Rockets
Jason Terry's bid to become Sixth Man of the Year is off to quite a start. Asked to provide instant offense from the bench this season, Terry did so Monday night, scoring 31 points and guiding a late 14-4 run that carried the Dallas Mavericks past the Houston Rockets 107-98. Tracy McGrady had 35 points and eight assists, and Yao Ming had 21 points and 11 rebounds, yet the Rockets lost for the first time this season. Houston had been 3-0 under new coach Rick Adelman.

Terry scores 31 as Mavs top Rockets (AP)

Jason Terry's bid to become Sixth Man of the Year is off to quite a start. Asked to provide instant offense from the bench this season, Terry did so Monday night, scoring 31 points and guiding a late 14-4 run that carried the Dallas Mavericks past the Houston Rockets 107-98. Tracy McGrady had 35 points and eight assists, and Yao Ming had 21 points and 11 rebounds, yet the Rockets lost for the first...

Yao's double-double lifts Rockets to 3-0 (AP)

Yao Ming had 21 points and 12 rebounds and Tracy McGrady added 20 points and six assists as the Houston Rockets improved to 3-0 for the first time since the 1996-97 season with an 89-80 win over Portland on Saturday night. Yao scored only eight points and McGrady only five the second half, but the Rockets stayed in control with their defense, forcing 18 turnovers and holding the Blazers to 41...

Dime Smack: T-Mac destroys Jazz
Tracy McGrady scored 47 and toyed with the Jazz, and Dime Smack says the Rockets more or less tormented Utah's announcers.

McGrady's 47 lift Rockets by Jazz 106-95 (AP)

Tracy McGrady said he didn't hold a grudge against Utah for last season's opening-round loss in the playoffs. But what he said and how he played were quite different. McGrady scored 47 points and the Rockets beat the Jazz 106-95 Thursday night, earning a little revenge for last season's playoffs, when Houston won the first two games but lost the series.

McGrady, Hayes both solid vs. Jazz
Tracy McGrady scored 47 points and the Houston Rockets got a little revenge for last season's opening-round playoff loss by beating the Utah Jazz 106-95 Thursday night. Mike James added 15 points - two more than the Jazz reserves combined - and Chuck Hayes had 24 rebounds for the Rockets, who improved to 2-0 under new coach Rick Adelman and have yet to play a home game this season.

Battier trey seals road win for Rockets
Shane Battier made a 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds left, and the Houston Rockets withstood a furious rally from Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers in a 95-93 victory on Tuesday night. Bryant scored 45 points, 18 in the fourth quarter, in a rally that came up just short. Tracy McGrady scored 30 points, Yao Ming had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and the Rockets made Rick Adelman's debut as their coach a success.

Kobe scores 45, but Rockets edge Lakers (AP)

Shane Battier made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds left, and the Houston Rockets withstood a furious rally from Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers in a 95-93 victory on Tuesday night. Bryant scored 45 points, 18 in the fourth quarter, in a comeback that fell just short. Tracy McGrady scored 30 points, Yao Ming had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and the Rockets made Rick Adelman's debut as...

Rockets spoil Durant's debut in Seattle (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 30 points, and the Houston Rockets beat the Seattle SuperSonics 117-94 Saturday night to spoil Kevin Durant's home debut. McGrady, entering his 11th NBA season, was 10-of-20 from the floor and made all nine free throws. McGrady, who did not play the final 17 minutes, had seen limited time during the preseason because of a sore knee.

Yao too much for Greece's Panathinaikos
Yao Ming scored 21 points and had eight rebounds to help the Houston Rockets beat Euroleague champion Panathinaikos of Greece 107-70 in an exhibition game Thursday night. The Rockets played without star forward Tracy McGrady, who had a sore left knee. Club officials said he bumped it slightly in practice Wednesday and they decided at game time to hold him out. He's day to day. Rookie Luis Scola scored 17 points while Rafer Alston added 14.

Rockets rout Euro champ Panathinaikos (AP)
Yao Ming scored 21 points and had eight rebounds to help the Houston Rockets beat Euroleague champion Panathinaikos of Greece 107-70 in an exhibition game Thursday night. The Rockets played without star forward Tracy McGrady, who had a sore left knee. Club officials said he bumped it slightly in practice Wednesday and they decided at game time to hold him out.

Tracy McGrady, G/F - HOU
McGrady healthy, struggling to find rhythm Visit Rotoworld.com for more analysis on this update.

Smack: Hall yes or Hall no?
He's only 28 and should have a lot of good years left. But Dime already raises the question: Will Tracy McGrady be a Hall of Famer?