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Can the Rockets Launch Past the Pistons at Little Caesars Arena?

As the Houston Rockets prepare to face off against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain momentum after a recent mix of performances. The Rockets, currently holding an even 18-18 record, have shown both resilience and areas for improvement in their past few games.


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In their latest outing against the Chicago Bulls, despite a high-scoring affair that pushed into overtime, the Rockets fell short by five points with a final score of 119-124. Their offensive efforts were notable with a solid field goal percentage of 48 percent and an impressive 66 percent from two-point range. However, struggles from beyond the arc were evident as they only managed to convert 24 percent of their three-point attempts.


The game prior saw them up against Miami Heat where they lost by seven points (113-120). The team's free throw accuracy was commendable at an excellent rate of 89 percent and they also excelled in second-chance points with a conversion rate of 62 percent. Yet again, defensive challenges were apparent as they allowed the Heat to score efficiently.


However, it's not all been setbacks for Houston; before these losses came a victory over Milwaukee Bucks where they led for most of the game and secured a four-point win (112-108). Bench production was key in this matchup as reserves contributed an impressive 43 points.


Looking ahead to their encounter with Detroit Pistons, it will be crucial for Houston to tighten up defensively while maintaining their offensive efficiency inside. Fans should watch closely how well Houston manages turnovers and capitalizes on fast-break opportunities which have been instrumental in previous wins.


The upcoming game is scheduled for January 13th at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Fans can catch all the action on Space City Home Network channel 674 or attend live if possible – tip-off is set for January 13th at what corresponds to half-past six in Central Time Zone evening hours.

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