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Rockets' Reed Sheppard Ranks as HoopsHype's Fifth-Best Sixth Man

Much was made about Reed Sheppard potentially taking on a bigger role for the Houston Rockets in 2025-26. It wasn't as clear if he'd be able to actually successfully fulfill a role with higher expectations.

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Rockets lose to Mavs and lose Alperen Sengun to injury

In a game versus the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, Alperen Sengun left the game after only 64 seconds played with an apparent right ankle sprain. Sengun grabbed a defensive rebound but landed awkwardly, falling to the floor.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 4

Rockets Kevin Durant Doesn't Expect NBA's 65-Game Mandate to Last

Load management has been an ongoing debate in the NBA. The legends of yesteryear vehemently push back against the idea of sitting games. They loathe it.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 4

NBA Mock Trade: Rockets Get Guard Depth from Struggling West Team

The Houston Rockets are in a comfortable position at 21-10, good for third in the Western Conference heading into Saturday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 4

Rockets Add Tristen Newton, Waive Tyler Smith

Two-way signings rarely garner fanfare. They rarely move the needle. Even though fans are always eager to uncover the next potential "big thing", it's hard for fans to excited about unheralded players when they likely won't suit up for the team.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 4

Rockets’ Kevin Durant sends Anthony Davis to school with tough and-1

Kevin Durant sent Anthony Davis to crossover school during one of his highlights in the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

Three Takeaways As Houston Rockets Came Up Short Against Dallas Mavericks

Saturday night marked the finale of the Houston Rockets' brief two-game road trip. But they won't return home with a maintained winning momentum as the Dallas Mavericks secured a 110-104 solid win on another marquee Texas showdown.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 3

Rockets lose Alperen Sengun to early injury, fall to Mavs

Anthony Davis scored 26 points, Max Christie shot 10-of-13 from the floor en route to 24 points and the Dallas Mavericks capitalized on Alperen Sengun's injury to top the visiting Houston Rockets 110-104 on Saturday night.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3

Rockets sign UConn standout to 2-way contract

The Houston Rockets on Saturday signed guard Tristen Newton to a two-way contract. The team waived two-way forward Tyler Smith to create an opening. Newton, 24, becomes one of three players on Houston’s two-way deals alongside JD Davison and Isaiah Crawford.

Alperen Sengun News / Athlon Sports / January 3

Rockets Announce Alperen Sengun News After Leaving Mavericks Game

The Houston Rockets have been on a hot streak, entering Saturday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks riding a four-game winning streak. A major reason for the team’s success this season has been the play of center Alperen Sengun, now in his fifth year with the organization.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

Rockets' Kevin Durant Defends Nuggets' Nikola Jokic Against Injury-Prone Label

Kevin Durant has the utmost respect for Denver Nuggets superstar center Nikola Jokic. Everyone does. He's won three MVPs. To many, he's already established himself as a top-10 player of all-time. Players respect other players.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

The Rockets Are Playing Their Best Ball With An Opportunity To Climb

The Houston Rockets have played some of their best basketball in recent weeks after a lull in the early part of the season that dropped them slightly in the standings.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / January 3

Rockets Signing Tristen Newton To Two-Way Contract

Tristen Newton is joining the Rockets on a two-way contract, a league source tells Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link). Tyler Smith will be waived to create an opening.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

Rockets Take Noticeable Leap in Latest Power Rankings

After a brutal skid in December, in which the Houston Rockets lost five of seven games, they find themselves on a high. The Rockets have now won four games

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

Amen Thompson Has Played at an Elite Level During the Rockets’ Winning Streak

During Amen Thompson's first three seasons in the NBA, the young star guard has shown that he is already one of the best defensive players in the league, one of the most athletic, and has a chance to become one of, if not the best, two players in the league.

Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / January 3