The Jazz opened up a little breathing room Wednesday night, and earned a little rest as well.

Dragging a three-game losing streak into their game with the Houston Rockets at the Delta Center, the Jazz faced a team even more tired than they were - a situation that brought a little life to their tired legs.

The Jazz jumped to a double-digit lead in the game's opening minutes, then cruised to a 94-73 victory that assures they will finish at least seventh in the NBA"s Western Conference.