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Tonight the Houston Rockets will try to prevent the Milwaukee Bucks from winning their first game in Houston in nine seasons. (AP Images)

Houston had its seven-game home winning streak snapped Monday, falling 89-87 to lowly Washington thanks to Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, and Ron Artest shooting a combined 16-of-46 from the floor.

McGrady is averaging 30.4 points, 7.7 rebounds and 5.7 assists as the Rockets have won seven in a row overall against Milwaukee, dating to Dec. 31, 2004.

The Rockets are averaging 15.5 turnovers during their current 1-3 stretch. That could present a problem against Milwaukee, which is among the league's best in forcing 16.3 turnovers per game.

The Bucks have won three of four on the road after losing eight of nine away from the Bradley Center. Michael Redd has scored 26 points in each of his last two games in Houston. Who will prevail? Bet on NBA before the big game.