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Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 13

Two Tari Eason Suitors if Rockets Don't Re-Sign Him in NBA Free Agency

One of the biggest storylines to watch regarding the Houston Rockets this offseason is Tari Eason's potential departure. After four seasons with the team, the 24-year-old will enter restricted free agency with the chance to leave for another organization.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 13

Rockets Could Address Their Lack of Point Guard Depth During the Draft

The Houston Rockets faced a deficit at the point guard position this past season, as the team struggled to adjust to life without Fred VanVleet. The Rockets moved Amen Thompson to the on-ball position at the onset of the season, which posed problems for the team offensively.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 13

What Ime Udoka Thinks of Reed Sheppard's Growth on Defense

So much of the Houston Rockets’ story over the past few years has been the growth of the young talent and draft picks on the team. The Rockets’ future

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How many of the active players in the NBA with at least 100 double-doubles in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Clint Capela News / The Dream Shake / May 13

Rockets 2025-2026 season in review: Clint Capela

The story of Clint Capela returning to the Rockets begins, as most tragic stories do, with Steven Adams. Steven Adams over the past four regular seasons has played in 138 of 328 possible games.

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The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history

Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Realistic Alperen Şengün Trade Suitors as Rumors Swirl Around Rockets Star

The 2025-26 season gave the Houston Rockets a bit of a reality check. As much as injuries hampered the rotation, particularly regarding Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams, the Rockets were clearly a step behind the true title contenders.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Rockets Not Likely to Move Kevin Durant this Offseason

The Houston Rockets' debut season with Kevin Durant didn't quite go as planned, as the Rockets' infrastructure on the court looked much different than how they envisioned it at the time of the deal.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

How Critical Is Reed Sheppard's Growth For The Rockets?

The summer projects to be somewhat of a training camp for the young players on the Houston Rockets. The front office is banking on improvements across the board from their top young players, relying on their growth to support the play of impact veterans like Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Comparing the Rockets to the Top Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Suitors

With the NBA Draft Lottery behind us and the season over for most of the league's teams, it's time for the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors to flare up again.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Rockets' 2024 Trade With Nets is Aging Well After the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery

The Houston Rockets have no first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but they were watching this year's lottery closely with one team in mind: the Brooklyn Nets.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Former Rockets Standout Wing Pushes Back Against Overrated Moniker for Alperen Sengun

Last week, The Athletic released their annual survey, which included the player poll for the league's most overrated player. Houston Rockets big man Alperen Sengun, the two-time All-Star, took home the title, as he received the most votes.

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The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history

The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.

P.J. Tucker News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 12

Rockets Wish PJ Tucker a Happy Retirement

It's been a while since we've seen PJ Tucker on the basketball court. In fact, his last season was technically during the 2024-25 calendar year with the New York Knicks.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11

Rockets' Alperen Sengun has Reportedly been Mentioned in Trade Talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Houston Rockets front office executive Rafael Stone has major decisions to make this summer. Well, not just Stone. The Rockets' brain power is comprised of many different leaders, including Rockets coach Ime Udoka.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11

Rockets Accomplished Something in the Playoffs They Hadn't Done Since 1997

The Houston Rockets season shockingly came to an end in the first round of the NBA Playoffs to the injured Los Angeles Lakers. While the Rockets were injured throughout the entire season, this was a series that they were expected to win.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 11

NBA Rumors: Rockets, Tari Eason, Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Pelicans

The Rockets could be headed for a tricky offseason financially. Per cap analyst Yossi Gozlan, Houston’s proximity to the tax aprons, along with Tari Eason’s restricted free agency, could delay some roster moves into the fall.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10

Pessimism Growing Regarding the Rockets' Chances of Trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

The offseason is upon us. Well, somewhat. The second round of the playoffs are still ongoing. Which means eight teams are still playing in the postseason.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10

What More Can Kevin Durant Do For The Rockets?

Last offseason, the Houston Rockets made a move they hoped would be the finishing touch on their rebuild by acquring Kevin Durant in a trade that key figures in the rebuild, Jalen Grenn and Dillon Brooks, to Phoenix.

P.J. Tucker News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10

PJ Tucker Retires as One of Rockets' Most Selfless Players in Franchise History

On Thursday, Houston Rockets legend and fan favorite PJ Tucker announced his retirement on social media, officially putting an end to his basketball life.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Total Pro Sports / May 9

Houston Rockets Reportedly Including Superstar Center in Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Talks

Giannis Antetokounmpo trade chatter is already loud across the NBA, and now Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has officially entered the conversation.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9

Charles Barkley claps back at Draymond Green after on-air insult

There was some awkwardness on the set of "Inside the NBA" this past week when Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green took an unbelievable shot at the end of Charles Barkley's career.

Watch: Green insults Barkley's career right to his face on live TV

Green teases Warriors exit again amid Steve Kerr uncertainty

Ex-NBA champ announces retirement

Nuggets owner sends message to team

ESPN: Celtics may have a 'simple' trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 8

Rockets rumors: Why Kevin Durant trade is extremely unlikely

As the Houston Rockets face many questions after the team’s NBA Playoffs flop, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round in six games, the conversation now surrounds star Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 8

Rockets cannot let Kevin Durant tension put Alperen Sengun plan at risk

The Houston Rockets do not need to panic after one rough playoff exit. They do need to make sure Kevin Durant’s timeline does not take over the young core they spent years building.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6

Draymond Green takes unbelievable shot at Charles Barkley's career during 'Inside the NBA'

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has never been shy about voicing his opinions and delivering some brutally honest statements.

Warriors linked to new potential Steve Kerr replacement

Draymond Green had scathing response after Austin Rivers belittled him

Austin Rivers fires back at Draymond Green

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Houston Rockets News / Trade Talk Sports / May 6

Rockets Star Labeled NBA’s Most Overrated in Player Poll

With another NBA regular season in the books, lists, polls, and rankings begin to resurface, sparking conversations and debates about some of the league’s best players.