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On the Rockets' overtime success and horrible transition defense

In today's Rocket Fuel, the Rockets are seemingly unstoppable in overtime over the past two years, yet they are still terrible on transition defense.

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The Rockets won a hard-fought game in OT last night, are back to .500 and finally look like a team that wants to compete every game. Things are looking good! Catch up on the latest Rockets news with today's Rocket Fuel!

Houston Rockets 107, Indiana Pacers 103: Overtime is winning time | Red94

The Howard and Harden era Houston Rockets are dominant in overtime. Through some unknown combination of factors, Dwight’s Rockets are nigh-unbeatable when the game is tied and the clock runs out.

James Harden the playmaker helps the Rockets outlast Pacers | ESPN

Houston's third straight win wouldn't have been possible if not for James Harden's playmaking.

I stupidly watched every Rockets defensive transition possession | CBSSports.com

If you want to torture yourself for 2.5 hours, watch the Rockets' transition defense from this season like Zach Harper did.

Which NBA Teams Are Using the D-League Best? | Bleacher Report

If you're as fascinated by the use of the D-League as I am, then this is a must read.

As NBA trade deadline looms, there are many ways to become a seller | CBSSports.com

It's impossible to ever figure out what Daryl Morey will do before the trade deadline, but if the Rockets can't get it together, they may join the list of sellers.