John Lucas: “When we play hard and smart, we're good.”

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“I’m griping about the little stuff but the effort and energy was there.”

Assistant Coach John Lucas after the Rockets’ 116-100 preseason win over the Toronto Raptors.

Tari Eason: 24 pts (8/15 fgs – 2/4 3s; 6/6 fts); 8 rebs; 1 assist; and 2 steals.

Jalen Green: 23 pts (7/16 fgs – 4/9 3s; 5/5 fts); 4 rebs; 2 assists.

“I’m griping about the little stuff but the effort and energy was there.”

Note: Eric Gordon (rest); Jabari Smith Jr (ankle); and Al-P (dental work) didn’t play in the game.