The Hornets are in Houston this evening, trying to snap the Rockets' 17-game winning streak and avenge that 20-point drubbing they dealt us at the Arena two weeks ago.

The noteworthy stuff…

Hornets (W-L): 42-19

Rockets (W-L): 41-20

Game Time: 7:30pm Central.

TV: CST and NBA-TV

Radio: KMEZ 102.9 FM in New Orleans and WIBR 1300-AM in Baton Rouge.

Linkage: Q&A with The Dream Shake | ClutchFans

Injury Report: It sounds unlikely that David West will play tonight. Byron Scott hasn't ruled him out completely, but suggested that Wednesday would be more likely for his return. Bonzi Wells will sit this one out, too. Yao Ming is of course done for the Rockets, not that they seem to be missing him much right now. Reserve big Carl Landry is also out for Houston. He's scored in double figures the past five games.

So, this is a big game for the Hornets. Well, metaphorically speaking. Literally, it's the same size as every other game, but you know what I mean. I like to think our guys will still be pissed about the loss on February 22nd and come out breathing fire. Chris Paul especially. We need him on that MVP-type level tonight.

Fell free to talk this one up in the comments.

[UPDATE] Hornets lose, 106-96.

Linkage: recap | box score | standings