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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 29
Do Houston Rockets Have a Wemby Or a Thompson Problem?
The Houston Rockets lost 111-99 to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night. The standout matchup of the evening was Spurs “center” Victor Wembanyama guarding Rockets “guard” Amen Thompson.
Ralph Sampson News / Scoop B / January 29
The Twin Tower Legacy: Ralph Sampson on the Rockets’ New Era, KD’s Arrival and the Spirit of the All-Star Game
Ralph Sampson remains one of the most unique physical marvels to ever grace the hardwood, a 7-foot-4 “Twin Tower” whose agility and skill set redefined
Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Rockets' Alperen Sengun Predicted to Make All-Star Team as Injury Replacement
On February 1st, the NBA will finalize the teams for the upcoming All-Star game. The starters, of course, have already been named. Those ten players are already known.
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?
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / January 29
Rockets NBA trade rumor round up 
Why are we talking about trade rumors? How many of these articles… Oops. Sorry. Thought I was in the comments section. Look. It’s trade season. There will be trades.
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 29
Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo-Houston Rockets Trade Tabbed as Difficult
The NBA world has officially been turned upside down with the confirmation that Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are headed for a departure that could come as soon as next week.
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / January 29
Soaring Hawks plot to subdue Kevin Durant, Rockets
The Atlanta Hawks will try to match their season high with a fifth straight victory on Thursday when they host the Houston Rockets. Both teams are completing the second game of a back-to-back set.
Steven Adams News / Hardwood Heroics / January 29
'People are Calling Non-Stop' – Houston Rockets Coach is Mulling Over Adding a Center After Steven Adams’ Season-Ending Injury
The Houston Rockets announced on Wednesday that Steven Adams is out for the rest of the 2025-26 NBA season due to ankle surgery, and head coach Ime Udoka said he has thought about adding another big man to his rotation to try to fill the void.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 29
Kevin Durant Scrutinizes Rockets’ Offense After Rushing Under Pressure Against Victor Wembanyama, Spurs
The Rockets lost 99-111 against the Spurs tonight at Houston’s Toyota Center, just days after beating them 111-106. It seems the Spurs made the required adjustments from last week to now get their revenge on the Rockets, coming back from a 16-point deficit to beat them, just as they did a week ago.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 29
Alperen Sengun Leaves Victor Wembanyama Reeling Before Explosive Finish
The Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs met in a regular-season game at Toyota Center recently. With a 111-99 win, the Spurs lifted the game and improved their overall record to 32-15.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / January 29
Rockets suffer a rare loss at home to Spurs, 111-99
The Houston Rockets came into Thursday night’s game boasting the NBA’s best home record at 15-3. Early in the matchup against the Spurs it looked as if the Rockets would be cruising their way to a 16th home win.
Amen Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29
Rockets’ Amen Thompson keeps dunking on the Spurs
Amen Thompson, the Houston Rockets’ super-athletic third-year wing, delivered one of Wednesday night’s defining highlights when he detonated at the rim for an emphatic poster over San Antonio Spurs big man Luke Kornet, a moment that immediately reverberated across the league.
Tari Eason News / Athlon Sports / January 29
Rockets Announce Tari Eason Decision
The Houston Rockets played the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night in the first game of a back-to-back. They return to action on Thursday to face the Atlanta Hawks.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Three Takeaways from the Rockets' Loss to the Spurs
The Rockets faced off against the Spurs on Wednesday night, looking to grab one of its biggest wins of the season. Things wouldn't go their way however, with Houston eventually falling to San Antonio via lackluster play late in the game.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28
Rockets’ Kevin Durant makes history, enters top 10 list vs. Spurs
The Houston Rockets are hosting the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night in a matchup of two of the West’s best. The Rockets entered the game fourth in the conference at 28-16, just two games back of the Spurs.
Steven Adams News / Fadeaway World / January 29
Rockets HC Justifies Steven Adams’ Season-Ending Surgery After Multiple Doctor Opinions
The Rockets have now sidelined Steven Adams for the rest of the season following surgery on his left ankle. Adams injured himself while contesting a rebound with Zion Williamson when playing against the Pelicans earlier in the middle of January.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / January 28
Clint Capela signing looks prescient after Steven Adams injury news
The Houston Rockets loved what Steven Adams gave them last season, but they still signed Clint Capela in the offseason as insurance.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 28
Alperen Sengun Vs. Victor Wembanyama: How The Rockets' Big Man Has An Advantage
The Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs have a long history, defined by their in-state rivalry and legacy of big men who have set the standard for their respective franchises.
Steven Adams News / Hoops Rumors / January 28
Rockets' Steven Adams undergoing season-ending ankle surgery
Rockets center Steven Adams is undergoing surgery on his left ankle and will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season.
NBA News / EasySportz / January 28
Spurs vs. Rockets: A Western Conference Heavyweight Bout Under the ESPN Spotlight
Wednesday night in Houston delivers one of the Western Conference’s most compelling matchups, as the No. 2 seed San Antonio Spurs (31–15) visit the No.
Ime Udoka News / Last Word On Sports / January 28
Ime Udoka’s Adjustments Are Starting to Show in Houston
For much of the early season, the Houston Rockets looked like a team searching for answers. The talent was evident. The depth was real. Yet the results often felt disconnected from the process.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 27
Veteran Free Agent Point Guard 'Would Love To Join' Western Conference Team & Rockets Mulling Decision To Make A Surprising Addition
Could Spencer Dinwiddie be a viable solution for the Houston Rockets? Houston entered the 2025-26 campaign expecting to compete for an NBA championship.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 27
Rockets star duo out to take down Spurs again
The Houston Rockets on Monday presented the idealized version of what they desired from the pairing of Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun, a display they hope will be more the norm than an aberration.
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