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Banchero is shooting fewer shots per game since returning from the break. The difference is marginal at 18.6 FGA compared to 18.7 pre break. Most notably, he’s getting to the free throw line far more often. Over his last nine, Banchero has attempted 11.2 shots from the charity stripe, up from 7.5 before the break.

The Rockets won their second straight Saturday night, dominating New Orleans Saturday at home, 146-117. Late in the game, however, Amen Thompson sprained his ankle. He is expected to miss the next two weeks. Dillon Brooks had 27 for the Rockets.