The Houston Rockets try to get back on the right track Friday when they play host to the Atlanta Hawks. Houston lost two home games to the Lakers earlier in the week.
Kevin Durant was not his usual lethal self in key Western Conference matchups. Should LA and Houston tie at the end of the season, the Lakers now have the tiebreaker.
Up next are the Hawks, who have won 11 in a row. Atlanta plays as well on the road as it does at home, so this could be a test for the Rockets, who are still 23-10 at home. NBA odds have Houston as a 3.5-point favorite.
The Rockets need to get in gear or risk slipping in the playoff race.
Pick: Hawks +3.5 points