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Kevin Durant Drops 32 Points To Lead Houston Rockets To Road Win Over Detroit Pistons

In a game between two of the most premier offenses in the NBA, the Houston Rockets were able to pull out a tough road win over the top team in the East, the Detroit Pistons, in a 111-104 final on Friday night.

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Kevin Durant scores 32 as Rockets end Pistons' streak

Kevin Durant poured in 32 points and the visiting Houston Rockets cooled off the Detroit Pistons, 111-104, on Friday night. Alperen Sengun had 19 points and five assists, while Reed Sheppard supplied 18 points off the bench.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant throw it down over Ausar Thompson

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said the team cannot afford to be completely reliant on 37-year-old Kevin Durant to hold leads and secure wins. But the future Hall of Famer is no average 37-year-old.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / January 23

NBA Makes Kevin Durant Announcement on Friday

Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are back in action on Friday against the Detroit Pistons. The Rockets are looking to bounce back after Thursday’s 128-122 loss to Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Steven Adams News / Total Pro Sports / January 23

Rockets Superstar Steven Adams is Sleeping on the Floor in a Sleeping Bag, Despite Making $200M In His Career

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has never been the typical NBA player. He doesn’t get under the spotlight often despite playing with some of the biggest stars the game has seen, namely Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Rockets' Failed Pursuit of Warriors' Jimmy Butler Considered 'Historical What-If'

The Houston Rockets pulled off quite the blockbuster trade in 2017 when they landed future Hall of Fame point guard Chris Paul. The team had been trying

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Rockets Need Consistent Production From Rebuild-Era Picks

The Houston Rockets played a tight game against the Philadelphia 76ers before falling in overtime. A missed call gave the Rockets the opportunity to play in the extra period, but they couldn't take advantage after a dominate game from Philadelphia's top stars.

Ime Udoka News / The Dream Shake / January 23

Is it time to worry about Ime Udoka?

One of the best album titles, ever, is Jagged Little Pill. Sure, we’ve all heard of the cliched tough pill to swallow. Morissette paints a more visceral picture.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Free Throw Shooting Again Cost the Houston Rockets Another Close Game

Stop if you have heard this before. The Houston Rockets struggled from the free-throw line in a close loss. It has been a phrase used a lot over the last few weeks, and it was used again after last night's defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

One Trade That Could Quietly Change the Rockets’ Playoff Outlook

The Houston Rockets, amid a three-game winning streak heading into tonight's matchup against the LA Clippers, are gearing up for what could be a hectic deadline.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Kevin Durant’s magic can’t mask Rockets’ inconsistent offensive flaws

Days after executing their greatest comeback of the season, the Houston Rockets let another game slip away Thursday night, falling 128-122 in overtime in Philadelphia.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Rockets Take Noticeable Leap in NBC Sports' Power Rankings

The Houston Rockets are rounding into form. At least, they appear to be. But then again, you really never know, with this team. But they've reeled off three wins in a row, and four of their last five. (Prior to that, they lost three in a row, so again, you really never know with this team).

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Ausar Thompson Hilariously Trolls Brother Ahead of Pistons-Rockets Matchup

On Friday, the Houston Rockets will face off against the Detroit Pistons for the second time this season. The Rockets will be on a back-to-back game, which will be their second within the past week, as Houston faced the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves on consecutive nights.

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23

Pistons' Superstar Questionable to Play vs. Rockets

The Rockets are set to face off against the Detroit Pistons tonight, hoping to rebound on the second night of a back-to-back. Last night, Houston played Philadelphia, ultimately falling in an overtime, down to the wire contest.

Jose Alvarado News / The Dream Shake / January 23

Rockets reportedly interested in Pelicans Jose Alvarado

By now, I’m sure you’ve heard. And noticed. The Houston Rockets need a point guard. Although it’s not as bad as it seems. There’s a difficult path, as it pertains to acquiring an external one.

Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / January 23

'There Ain’t No Help Coming' – Why the Houston Rockets Aren’t Expected to Trade for a PG Before the Deadline, Per Insider

It’s becoming apparent that the Houston Rockets need to shore up their point guard depth if they’ll make a deep playoff run this year. However, according to ESPN’s Michael C.

Adam Silver News / EssentiallySports / January 23

Calls Mount Against Adam Silver After Sixers Get 'Robbed' on Controversial Sequence vs Rockets

While there is an uptick in the viewership metric, Commissioner Adam Silver still has his plate full of problems. The players/coaches keep complaining about easy officiating calls being missed.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 22

Rockets Can’t Execute In The Clutch As 76ers Overcome A Goaltending No-Call To Win In OT

Houston’s offense slowed to a crawl down the stretch, possessions dragged on too long, and clean looks turned into rushed decisions. They even appeared to get a break when Tyreses Maxey’s potential game-winning layup in regulation was swatted away, a block that replays strongly suggested should have been ruled goaltending.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / January 22

Rockets Gauging Dorian Finney-Smith’s Trade Value?

Houston is exploring the trade market in search of a potential backcourt upgrade, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, who hears from sources that the Rockets have looked into what sort of return they could get for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and second-round draft capital.

Reed Sheppard News / Field Level Media / January 21

Reed Sheppard hopes for continued spark as Rockets visit Sixers

Reed Sheppard isn't the best player on the Houston Rockets, but right now he just might be their most important. Sheppard aims to continue his strong play of late when the Rockets visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Rockets’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that boosts title chances

The Houston Rockets had the best offseason in the NBA. They traded for Kevin Durant and Clint Capela in a seven-team deal bigger than any trade before it.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 21

Houston Rockets Center Out Indefinitely In Nightmare Scenario

Bad injury news tends to arrive at the worst possible time, as one Houston Rockets center is out for the foreseeable future. Just as the team continues

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 21

Reed Sheppard leads Rockets to largest comeback of season in win over Spurs

The Houston Rockets trailed by as many 16 to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night before putting together a huge fourth-quarter rally.

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Steven Adams News / Hoops Rumors / January 20

Rockets center Steven Adams out indefinitely with severe ankle sprain

It’s a tough setback for Adams, who has missed extended time in recent years due to a knee injury.

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Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / January 20

Unexpected Rockets Player Earns Team’s Second-Most All-Star Starter Votes From Players

All-Star voting often rewards points, highlights, and big numbers. Sometimes, it tells a quieter story. When NBA players cast their ballots, they tend to notice effort that never makes it into the box score.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 20

Rockets put trust in Jabari Smith Jr. ahead of showdown vs. Spurs

The Houston Rockets could address their need for a traditional point guard before the Feb. 5 trade deadline, a vacancy caused by the loss of veteran Fred VanVleet to a preseason knee injury.