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Tari Eason News / The Dream Shake / September 18
Three areas the Rockets must improve this season 
The Houston Rockets have turned the page on their 2025-26 campaign after an up-and-down season. The Rockets made the biggest move of the 2025 offseason when they traded for future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant, hoping he would be the missing piece in their championship hopes.
Bruce Thornton News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 18
NBA Player Comparisons for Rockets Rookie Bruce Thornton
With training camp soon approaching, it’s an opportune time to take a closer look at Houston Rockets rookie Bruce Thornton. The New York Knicks drafted Thornton with the No.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 17
Former Rockets Head Coach Joins New NBA Team
This week, TSN reported that Stephen Silas will be joining the Toronto Raptors as an assistant coach. Silas will be working under Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 17
Kevin Durant hits Gilbert Arenas with stray in deleted clap back at Iman Shumpert’s championship complaining
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant fired back at Iman Shumpert over his continued frustration with Durant’s decision to join the Golden State Warriors in 2016, while also dragging Gilbert Arenas into the exchange with a stray shot.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 17
Is Amen Thompson Untouchable on the NBA Trade Market?
While Kevin Durant’s trade value has been debated this summer, teammate Amen Thompson continues to elevate his profile in the NBA. In his third year with the Houston Rockets, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.5 steals over 79 games.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 16
Former NBA Veteran Starts Online Argument About Kevin Durant
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant experienced significant success after joining the Golden State Warriors in 2016. The Warriors went on to win two consecutive NBA titles, with Durant being named the NBA Finals MVP for both series.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 16
Who Should the Houston Rockets Protect in NBA Expansion Draft?
This week, NBA commissioner Adam Silver provided an update on ongoing discussions about the league’s potential expansion for franchises in Las Vegas and Seattle.
Kevin Durant News / EssentiallySports / September 16
Iman Shumpert Labels Kevin Durant ‘Petty’ for Response to His Brutal Accusation: 'I Missed Out On Two Rings'
The Warriors and Cavaliers built one of the defining rivalries, meeting in four straight Finals from 2015 through 2018. Even years later, that rivalry still finds a way to resurface.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Amen Thompson News / The Dream Shake / September 16
Is Rockets front office too high on Amen Thompson?
I want the answer to be no. Full transparency: Thompson is my favorite player in the NBA. I’ve not kept that a secret. Yet, as a writer, I am tethered to reality.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / September 16
Kevin Durant Fires Back After Iman Shumpert Calls Out Warriors Move, Then Deletes Comment
Iman Shumpert called out Kevin Durant after receiving a new deal to appear on the ‘Gil’s Arena’ show for the 2026-27 season. In just his second episode, the former NBA champion blamed Durant for costing him two NBA rings when he joined the Warriors in free agency in 2016.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 15
What Kevin Durant Needs to Do for Rockets This Season
The Houston Rockets brought Kevin Durant in for one reason. They believe this team can win a championship. So what does Kevin Durant need to do for the Rockets this season?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 15
Jabari Smith Jr. Ranked Top 20 Power Forward in NBA
Jabari Smith Jr. is one of the developing talents that have made a meaningful impact in the Houston Rockets’ starting lineup. Last season, Smith averaged 15.8 points and 6.9 rebounds over 77 games.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / September 15
Important Rockets dates for the 2026-2027 season
With preseason just around the corner and just over a month till the start of the regular season, I figured now is a great time to go over some important dates for the upcoming season, so get your calendars ready!
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 14
Kevin Durant Ranked Top 5 Small Forward in NBA
Despite a reported lack of trade interest from NBA front offices, Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant remains one of the most impactful players in the league.
Kevin Durant News / Hoops Rumors / September 13
Kevin Durant Reiterates Desire To Play For Team USA In 2028
Kevin Durant has won four Olympic gold medals and is Team USA’s all-time leading scorer. The Rockets’ star will be nearing 40 years old when the 2028 Olympics come around again, but despite his age and significant previous accomplishments, he’s not ready to hang up the international towel just yet.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 13
Rockets rumors: Why Marcus Smart decided it was time to move on from Lakers
Marcus Smart’s one season in Los Angeles ended quietly this offseason, and the reasoning behind it is only now coming into focus. Appearing on Third Apron, Lakers insider Jovan Buha addressed the veteran guard’s departure to the Houston Rockets and pointed to Smart’s own readiness for a change.
Yao Ming News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 13
Tracy McGrady Shares Houston Rockets Playoff Story About Yao Ming
During the mid-2000s, the Houston Rockets’ roster featured the likes of Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, and Dikembe Mutombo. While Mutombo was in the later stages of his NBA career, the 8-time All-Star provided veteran leadership as a backup center.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / September 13
Rockets Notes: VanVleet, Thompson, Engelland, More
Rockets head coach Ime Udoka recently gave an encouraging health update on Fred VanVleet, who’s in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL he suffered a year ago, according to Brian Barefield of Big Sarge Media (Twitter video link).
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 12
NBA Notes: Rockets, Alperen Sengun, Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Magic
Alperen Sengun wanted Rockets general manager Rafael Stone to communicate more. Stone responded by spending nearly two weeks with him in Türkiye. As Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle relayed, Sengun challenged Stone during their postseason conversations.
Fred VanVleet News / Hoops Wire / September 10
Trade idea sends Rockets’ Fred VanVleet to Hawks in three-team deal
Just to be clear, Fred VanVleet has not been traded to the Hawks. Nobody is reporting that a trade is close. This is September, actual NBA business has slowed down and proposed trades are one of the ways we entertain ourselves until training camp.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / September 9
NBA Star Tari Eason Calls Out ‘Love Island’ Winner Trinity Tatum’s Take on Success: 'Social Media Got Everyone Checking the Price'
Instead of the upcoming training camp and the new NBA season, it’s the relentless pressure from social media that’s left Tari Eason frustrated. He just saw a prime example of the false illusion of achievement and had to say something.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 8
Mike D’Antoni likes what Rockets have built, hasn’t completely closed door on coaching
Mike D’Antoni has been away from NBA head coaching for a while now. He still sounds like a coach. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of NBA On SI, D’Antoni praised the current Rockets roster and explained why he believes the talent would be fun to work with.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 3
Rockets secured a stunning bargain with Amen Thompson deal
The most impressive part about this new deal is the fact that the franchise will get to savor their young star for the foreseeable future without having to pay the usual premium which other players of his caliber demand nowadays.
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3
Amen Thompson lands stunning new contract with the Rockets
Amen Thompson will be with the Houston Rockets for more years to come. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday that Thompson and the Rockets have agreed to a new multi-year deal.
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