One mom said, "It's our first NBA game, she's OKC even though we'll sit in Rockets section."
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But it's getting to and from the venues that left some drivers moving slowly.
"I'm from Alvin so driving to Houston is a little crazy," a fan said.
Another added, "The 288/610 interchange is pretty bad. It took us a little navigation but glad we came early."
From 290 to the West Loop to the Westpark Tollway and I-10 East, there are traffic snarls all over from construction. It makes it a little easier to handle the detours when your teams are winning.
"We're going all the way," said a Rockets fan.
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At least it's not a school night.
One Rockets dad said, "We'll just plan extra time and have some good family time together."
A longer drive home for the parents may mean the kids can just sleep on the way.
"It will take a lot of patience," another parent added.