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Hahn: McGrady can be had, but it'll cost Knicks

Quick ReadThe Rockets believe they're better off without Tracy McGrady, but what will it take to get him?

Tracy McGrady #1 of the Houston Rockets shoots

Photo credit: Getty Images | Tracy McGrady #1 of the Houston Rockets shoots a free throw during the game against the New Orleans Hornets. (December 26, 2008)

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The Houston Rockets are in no rush to get seven-time all-star Tracy McGrady back on the court, which is telling for a blue-collar team that is grinding it out right now for coach Rick Adelman.

There's actually nothing more to tell. The Rockets believe they're better off without him. Adelman has the Rockets competing at an admirable level every night even without Yao Ming (out for the season...

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