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Rockets star Kevin Durant’s surprise ankle injury came from stepping on fan

There is a key reason why Kevin Durant won’t be available for the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Durant is halfway through the 19th year of his remarkable NBA career, his first with the Rockets.

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Was Rockets' Alperen Sengun Snubbed from the NBA All-Star Team?

The NBA's influx of talent has resulted in even more discourse regarding All-Star and All-NBA teams. There's simply too much scoring in the modern era for the same stats to be recognized as top-tier.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 2

Rockets' Home-Court Advantage Highlighted in NBA.com's Latest Power Rankings

With just two games on their schedule before the NBA trade deadline, the Houston Rockets are in a comfortable spot as the fourth seed in a loaded Western Conference.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

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Steven Adams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 2

Rockets interested in 76ers trade after Steven Adams injury

The Houston Rockets have officially ruled out center Steven Adams for the remainder of the NBA 2025-26 season following surgery on his left ankle. According to reporting from Shams Charania, Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle, sources tell ESPN.

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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.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 2

NBA Legend Isn't Sold on Rockets' Alperen Sengun Yet

Ralph Sampson is an NBA legend. He entered the NBA with an exuberance of hype, having thrice won National Player of the Year in college. The Houston Rockets

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 2

Rockets NBA Trade Deadline Tracker: Rumors, Targets and Updates

The NBA’s trade deadline will conclude at 2 p.m. CT on Thursday, Feb. 5, marking the end of team’s ability to upgrade their roster in the 2025-26 season.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / February 2

Rockets' Fred VanVleet Reacts to 2026 NBA All-Star Announcement

Toronto Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic was hoping he will have two All-Stars this year, but the NBAannouncement for reserves confirmed only Scottie Barnes made it to the All-Star Game.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / February 2

Houston Rockets at Indiana Pacers Preview, Prediction & Odds | February 2, 2026

With the NBA trade deadline a week away, contenders will be ready for playoff runs, with the playoff-hopeful Houston Rockets taking on a bottom-feeder in the Indiana Pacers.

Jeff Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 2

Rockets' Jeff Green Ranks as Second-Best Journeyman in NBA History

Saturday's trade between the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers may prove to be the catalyst for more deals to be executed prior to Thursday's trade deadline.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

Rockets’ Fred VanVleet sends powerful message to Norman Powell’s NBA All-Star selection

The reserves for next month’s NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles were announced on Sunday, including Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant. Meanwhile, among

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

Rockets guard Reed Sheppard’s wild Stephen Curry nickname shot down by Klay Thompson

On Saturday evening, the Houston Rockets held on for a narrow home victory over Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks. It was a relatively quiet game from guard Reed Sheppard, who had just six points on the evening, missing all four of his attempts from beyond the arc.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Rockets Announce Kevin Durant Injury Update Before Pacers Game

Kevin Durant had an off night on Saturday as the Houston Rockets secured a 111-107 victory over Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks. Durant scored just 13 points on 6-of-17 overall and 1-of-4 from beyond the arc.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 1

NBA roundup: Amen Thompson, Rockets outlast Cooper Flagg, Mavericks

Amen Thompson scored 21 points, Jabari Smith Jr. added 19 and Alperen Sengun posted a double-double as the Houston Rockets fended off the visiting Dallas Mavericks 111-107 on Saturday to level the in-state season series at two wins apiece.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 31

Balanced Rockets attack overcomes Cooper Flagg in win over Mavs

Amen Thompson scored 21 points, Jabari Smith Jr. added 19, and Alperen Sengun posted a double-double as the Houston Rockets fended off the visiting Dallas Mavericks 111-107 on Saturday.

Kevin Durant News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31

Kevin Durant has honest take on passing Kareem in scoring

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant offered a thoughtful and humble response when asked about the possibility of surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.