Before Rudy Tomjanovich became the head coach of the Rockets, Don Chaney was the head coach, and a good one at that. Chaney coached the Houston Rockets for three full seasons, leading the Rockets to the postseason during each season, although each appearance resulted in a first round exit. During those three seasons, Chaney led the Rockets to a 138-108 record.
During the 1991-92 season, the Rockets got off to a 26-25 start heading into a home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, which wasn’t necessarily the mark of a contender. The Timberwolves were 9-40 heading into the game, which seemed like an easy home win for the Rockets.