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D'Antoni: Rockets need rhythm back, not rest

SAN ANTONIO -- Coach Mike D'Antoni declared that re-establishing a rhythm is a much bigger priority for the Houston Rockets than resting players for the remainder of the regular season after their 11-game winning streak ended with a 100-83 rout by the San Antonio Spurs.

The Rockets, who have clinched homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs, posted their lowest point total Sunday in two seasons under D'Antoni. Houston also had its worst field goal percentage (33.8) and fewest assists (12) and 3-pointers made (seven) of the season.

"We just didn't bring it.