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NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 30
Rockets Fly Past Hawks 104-86 With Strong Second Half 
The Rockets, as perhaps an oracular punishment for blowing a lead against the Spurs the night before, and getting embarrassingly run off the court to close that game, were sent out on the road to Atlanta the very next night.
Clint Capela News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29
Rockets’ Clint Capela gets tribute video from Hawks before Atlanta return
Clint Capela received a touching tribute in his return to Atlanta during the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Hawks on Thursday night. Capela represented the Hawks for five seasons from 2020 to 2025, helping the franchise with productive performances throughout three playoff runs.
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 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.
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / January 29
Kevin Durant, Rockets errupt in second half to stifle Hawks
Kevin Durant scored 31 points to spark the visiting Houston Rockets to a strong second half and a 104-86 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. The Rockets,
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
NBA Mock Trade: Rockets Pair Giannis Antetokounmpo With Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets are in a prime position to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the NBA trade deadline. After Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the 31-year-old is "ready for a new home" amid the Bucks' struggles, plenty of teams around the league are beginning to put together aggressive offers before Feb.
Charles Barkley News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Charles Barkley Recommends Rockets to Trade for Chris Paul
On Wednesday night, the Rockets blew a 16-point lead to lose 111-99 against the San Antonio Spurs. It was Houston's second game against the Spurs in a week.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Views from the Game: The Houston Rockets Collapse in the Fourth Quarter
The Houston Rockets came into Wednesday night's showdown with the San Antonio Spurs, winners of five of their last six games and coming off a win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Are Amen Thompson's Limitations Too Much For The Rockets?
The roster construction for the Houston Rockets depends on several pieces contributing together to create a cohesive unit on both offense and defense. Some players are excellent on one side of the ball with limitations on the other.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 29
Kevin Durant shares shooting advice for Victor Wembanyama after matchup
After his Houston Rockets lost to Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs, Kevin Durant was still willing to share some advice for the young superstar.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Bulls Have 'Floated' Tari Eason, Reed Sheppard From Rockets in Coby White Trade Talks
Houston Rockets General Manager Rafael Stone and Chicago Bulls Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Artūras Karnišovas are very familiar with each other.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29
Kevin Durant’s ex-teammate makes bold Thunder retirement prediction
Would Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant consider re-joining the Oklahoma City Thunder as a full-circle ending to his future Hall of Fame career? His former teammate, Anthony Morrow is predicting it now.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Houston Rockets' Star Questionable to Play vs. Hawks Tonight
Tonight, the Houston Rockets face off against the Atlanta Hawks, desperately needing to get back into the win column on the second night of a back-to-back.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Rockets Reportedly Waiting Until Trade Deadline Passes to Explore Free Agent Guards
This year’s trade deadline is shaping up to be a relatively inactive one for the Houston Rockets. Well, at least as it pertains to adding a table-setting floor general.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 29
Rockets Trade Deadline Big Board: 7 Targets Ranked by Fit, Cost and Urgency
The Houston Rockets sit in a precarious position in the Western Conference. They pushed chips in this offseason, acquiring a superstar scorer in Kevin Durant in hopes of ascending to the top of the Western Conference.
NBA 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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