NBA Players Looking To Rebound

The three-time All-Star has returned to Houston in hopes of reviving his career, which took a downturn after the Knicks acquired him from Orlando in February 2006. Francis struggled with knee problems last season and showed only flashes of the form that made him an all-around force in his first stint in Houston from 1999 to 2004. This time around, Francis, 30, will be asked to play a supporting role to Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming for the Rockets, who have aspirations of a deep playoff run.