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FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2017, file photo, Texans owner Robert &quot;Bob&quot; McNair walks on the turf before an AFC Wild Card NFL game between the Texans and the Oakland Raiders, in Houston. McNair, billionaire founder and owner of the Texans, has died. He was 81. One of the NFL's most influential owners, McNair had battled both leukemia and squamous cell carcinoma in recent years before dying in Houston on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)

Houston Texans founder and owner McNair dies at 81

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons forward Stanley Johnson makes a layup as Houston Rockets forward Isaiah Hartenstein (55) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Jackson scores 22, leads Pistons past Rockets 116-111 in OT

By DAVE HOGG - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Michigan linebacker Devin Bush follows the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, in East Lansing, Mich. No. 4 Michigan might be without defensive star Chase Winovich for Saturday's showdown with No. 10 Ohio State because of an apparent shoulder injury. If he can't play, the Wolverines have so much depth they may be able to overcome it. The Buckeyes, meanwhile, have struggled on defense for much of the year. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)

College Football Picks: Rivalry weekend brings big prizes

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin, right, drives to the basket as Houston Rockets center Clint Capela defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Harden’s 43 points leads Rockets over Pistons 126-124

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Exile won’t stop Vietnamese blogger from highlighting abuses

By JUAN A. LOZANO - Associated Press

Brooks, bench spark Houston rout of Northwestern St, 82-55

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Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (12) scrambles with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Colt McCoy gets a chance to rewrite his own story

By Thom Loverro

Houston Texans strong safety Justin Reid (20) intercepts a pass and runs 102 yards for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Texans beat Redskins 23-21 to extend winning streak to 7

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (12) scrambles past Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins fall to Texans after losing Alex Smith to ankle injury

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Houston Rockets guard James Harden, left, drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Harden nets 34, Rockets win 4th straight 132-112 over Kings

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FILE - In this Friday, Nov. 2, 2018 file photo, Brooklyn Nets forward Joe Harris guards Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in New York. Carmelo Anthony is done in Houston. Rockets general manager Daryl Morey released a statement Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018 saying the team is “parting ways” with Anthony and “working toward a resolution.” (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)

Rockets “parting ways” with 10-time All-Star Anthony

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston running back Patrick Carr (21) dives between Tulane safety Roderic Teamer Jr., left, and nose tackle De'Andre Williams, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018, in Houston. (Michael Wyke/Houston Chronicle via AP)

Patrick Carr runs for 139 yards; Houston beats Tulane 48-17

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Houston Rockets' James Harden (13) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Harden scores 27 as Rockets rout Warriors 107-86

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Texans wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (87) takes the field prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Thomas used bye week to catch up for 2nd game with Texans

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 10, 2018, file photo, Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell delivers during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago. Snell was announced as the winner of the American League Cy Young Award on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File) **FILE**

Blake Snell edges Justin Verlander for his first AL Cy Young Award

By Jake Seiner - Associated Press

Brooks leads Houston in 79-68 win over cross-town rival Rice

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Experts raise concerns about Texas Ike Dike proposal

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Houston Rockets center Clint Capela, right, and Indiana Pacers guard Cory Joseph chase a loose ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Harden’s 40 lifts Rockets to 1st home win 115-103 over Indy

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Armstead’s 6 rushing TDs propels Temple past Houston 59-49

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Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George (13) drives to the basket against Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)

Thunder top Rockets without Westbrook for 7th straight win

By CLIFF BRUNT - Associated Press