A great game by Sims led Houston to a 102-89 defeat of Dallas. Although Dallas certainly planned for Sims in their pre-game strategy, stopping him during the game turned out to be more of a challenge. "We thought we knew how to beat Houston, but we were dead wrong," said Dallas coach Bob. "We figured we'd try to put them out of their game plan and try to limit Sims's effectiveness, but it simply didn't happen - he was just too good."

Said Sims, "I knew I had a target on my back, and took it as a challenge. If they're going to change their game plan to stop me, it gives me that much more desire to step up and perservere. Anyway, they know what I can do now, so we'll see if they dare try this strategy again." Tune in next time.

Houston was led by Sims (21 points, 7 boards, 2 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks), White (13 points, 12 boards, 0 assists), Hurd (16 points). Dallas was led by Thompson (18 points, 11 boards, 0 assists, 2 blocks), Givens (23 points, 0 assists), Schmidt (11 points, 6 boards, 5 assists).

Houston improve to 12-3 with today's win. They remain at #2 in the Southwest and hold at #4 overall in the Western Conference. Dallas stand at 5-10 and 4-6 at home with this defeat. They remain at #5 in the Southwest and stay at #13 overall in the Western Conference.

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