If this were a political debate it might go something like this ,
I served with Rafer Alston, I knew Rafer Alston, Rafer Alston was a friend of mine.
Mike James and Steve Francis, you're no Rafer Alston.
James is in the "Big Easy" now eating crawfish, Stevie Franchise is injuried, while Alston is helping the Rockets to their longest winning streak in franchise history.

After spending more than half the year telling my weekend producer that Rafer would
be alright, he just needed some time. Finally,some vindication has come my way.

As the Rockets extended their winning streak to 16 games, Rafer turned in another
solid effort at point guard. Its like he's been setting the tempo during the streak, getting his teammates involved early and often.

But Alston has also found his shot during the streak. In last night's 117 to 99 rout of the Pacers,Rafer hit 9 of 15 shots for 21 points. But its Alston decision making that has all the Rockets singing his praises .
Right now he knows when to run, and when to hold the ball out and wait for T-Mac.

Tracy McGrady lead the scoring pouring in 25 points , but every Rocket who touched the floor scored with Rafer dishing out 7 assist . During the offseason the Rockets were determined to find a point guard, now it appears he was already on their roster.

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