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James Harden and Clint Capela's handshake game is on point

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Rockets post player Clint Capela played in the Rising Stars Challenge on Friday night. Teammate James Harden was on hand to watch Capela, and drop some dap.

Former Rockets point guard Tyronn Lue named Cavaliers coach

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Former Rockets guard Tyronn Lue has taken over for David Blatt as the Cleveland Cavaliers head coach. Lue was part of the deal that sent him, Juwan Howard and Tracy McGrady from the Orlando Magic to the Houston Rockets for Steve Francis, Cuttino Mobley and Kelvin Cato during the 2004 off-season. The Rockets traded Lue midseason to the Atlanta Hawks for Jon Barry.

Dekker Shooting In Practice

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Sam Dekker was spotted shooting at practice. He's spent most of the season sidelined after back surgery and is targeting a return after the All-Star break.

Motiejunas Still Experiencing Pain

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Donatas Motiejunas will miss Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. D-Mo felt back pain over the weekend and missed the Rockets last two contests. The Chronicle reports D-Mo won't play again until he's pain free.

Capela and Howard hook up early

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The Rockets had a little big-to-big action with this sweet oop from Capela to Dwight.

The Starters: "I was so wrong about this team"

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NBA.com's The Starters spent nearly 10 minutes digging into the Houston Rocket's problems and possible trade scenarios on their weekly "Drop" podcast. They discuss Dwight Howard trades, James Harden apathy and the Houston Rockets future. Listen from 13:00 to 23:00.

Will Barton Throws Trevor Ariza's Shoe

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When you're having a career night sometimes you just gotta throw a shoe. Barton received a technical foul for this decision.

McDaniels headed back to D-League, opens spot for Motiejunas

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K.J. hasn't been able to crack any minutes with the Rockets so this will be good for him.