This was supposed to be a battle of long winning streaks. Utah headed into the break on an 11-game winning streak, with the Rockets right behind with an even 10 straight.
Unfortunately for the neutral fan, the Jazz stumbled in their first game out of the gate, losing at home to Portland. They regained their winning ways by taking down the Mavs the next night, but this matchup has lost about half of its luster. Also, the disclaimer of this not being a trap game continues. This is the NBA and the Rockets have the best record in the Association.