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Houston, We Have 20 Straight

Rockets historic streak continues in win over Hawks

By Doug Sweeney,  Newser Staff

Posted Mar 12, 2008 10:41 PM CDT
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(Newser) – The Houston Rockets overcame a dismal shooting night to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 83-75 and earn their 20th consecutive victory, tying them with the 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks for the second longest winning streak in NBA history. Houston was able to get the historic win despite shooting a mind-numbing 30-of-90 from the floor, including 6-of-29 from 3-point range, reports the Houston Chronicle.

Tracy McGrady, who led the Rockets with 28 points, was awe-struck at his team’s accomplishment. “It’s unbelievable, 20 in a row, especially on this level,” he said, “I can’t even explain it.” The longest winning-streak in the NBA’s history was 33 games, accomplished by the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers. That team was led by Wilt Chamberlain and Jerry West.

Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith, center, fights for a rebound against Houston Rockets forwards Luis Scola, rear, of Argentina, and Chuck Hayes, left, during the second quarter of an basketball game.
Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith, center, fights for a rebound against Houston Rockets forwards Luis Scola, rear, of Argentina, and Chuck Hayes, left, during the second quarter of an basketball game.   (AP Photo/Gregory Smith)
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady, right, drives against Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, left, during the first quarter of an basketball game, Wednesday, March 12, 2008.
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady, right, drives against Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, left, during the first quarter of an basketball game, Wednesday, March 12, 2008.   (AP Photo/Gregory Smith)
Atlanta Hawks forward Joe Johnson (2) takes a shot against Houston Rockets forward Chuck Hayes, left, during the second quarter of an basketball game, Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Philips Arena.
Atlanta Hawks forward Joe Johnson (2) takes a shot against Houston Rockets forward Chuck Hayes, left, during the second quarter of an basketball game, Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Philips Arena.   (AP Photo/Gregory Smith)
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