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NBA News / The Dream Shake / November 9
Rockets rally past the Bucks in Milwaukee 122-115 
After an embarrassing loss to the Spurs in their first NBA Cup game, the Rockets needed to cleanse their pallet and get back to doing the things that help them win ball games.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / November 10
Alperen Sengun Takes European Matchups Like Giannis, Doncic, And Jokic Personally, Says Ime Udoka
Alperen Sengun came up clutch for the Rockets as they beat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks 122-115 tonight in a comeback win down the stretch. Following
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
What Would a Ja Morant-Rockets Trade Look Like?
The Houston Rockets, amid a solid start to the NBA season, are already getting involved in trade rumors. This time, it's with a division rival having problems regarding its star point guard.
The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz
How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
Which Rockets Could Benefit From a Larger Role?
The Houston Rockets have entered the season and established firm roles for each of the players on the squad. The team knows who will lead the offense, who the bench squad will be, and where shots will come from for the team's role players.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 9
Rockets use vintage Kevin Durant performance to storm back on Bucks
Kevin Durant paired 31 points with seven assists and took over down the stretch as the Houston Rockets rallied from a 14-point deficit and defeated the host Milwaukee Bucks 122-115 on Sunday.
Ja Morant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
NBA Writer Believes Ja Morant-Rockets Trade Isn't Worth it for Houston
The Ja Morant trade rumors are getting louder amid drama with Memphis and its coaching staff. The Grizzlies are a disappointing 4-6 to start the season, and the star point guard has lost his joy, according to talks with reporters following a call-out to the coaches that saw him get suspended for a game.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
Latest Power Rankings are Kind to Rockets, Although Major Weakness was Highlighted
Since the arrival of Ime Udoka in 2023, the Houston Rockets have typically not blown the doors off opponents offensively. They generally muck the game up and grind teams down, giving them a full-on defensive bloodbath for 48 minutes. Most of the time, teams can't hang.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
The Houston Rockets Continue to Show Improvement From the Free-Throw Line
The Houston Rockets have done many things right the last two seasons since moving on from the rebuilding years after the James Harden trade. The Rockets have become one of the best defensive teams in the NBA, going from the bottom five in the league in 2022-23 to a top-five team last season.
Clint Capela News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9
Rockets Urged to Deal Clint Capela for Point Guard
The Houston Rockets have a point guard problem. Well, not really. At times, it's been mitigated. Other times, it's stuck out like a sore thumb. The better way to coin it is that they have a point guard deficit. Fred VanVleet would've been perfect with this version of the Rockets' offense but Ime Udoka won't have that luxury.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 9
Four areas to overreact to as the Rockets season continues
Mass amnesia is a hypothetical phenomenon that doesn’t have a real-world example: Unless we’ve all forgotten about something, that is. That said, some circumstances can feel like a case of mass amnesia.
Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / November 9
Rockets’ Sheppard Finding His Groove
The Houston Rockets’ rather cramped offense is still a work in progress. This was evident in Friday night’s game, a loss against the San Antonio Spurs.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 8
What Is Plan B For The Rockets When The Offense Isn't Performing Well?
The Houston Rockets dropped a highly-anticipated rivalry game against the San Antonio Spurs for several reasons. For one, many normal elements of Houston's identity were not present; San Antonio took the initiative on the boards and on defense to force the Rockets into difficult situations.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 8
Houston Rockets' Turnovers Continues to Be Their Biggest Issue
The Houston Rockets headed into their Friday night matchup with the San Antonio Spurs riding high as they were on a five-game winning streak. The Rockets have brought the same defensive energy they had in the previous two seasons.
Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 8
Houston Rockets Were Beat at Their Own Game in Loss to Spurs
The Houston Rockets have built an identity since Ime Udoka took over as head coach over two years ago. After years of rebuilding, during which they struggled to make a winning culture, the Rockets were ready for a change after another season in which they lost more than they won.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 8
Rockets Wing Predicted to Be Top G League Prospect
Almost all of the focus among basketball fans is on the 2025-26 NBA season, which is well underway. However, while few are buzzing about a new G League season, there's a lot to look forward to.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 8
Rockets Flying High in Bleacher Report's Latest NBA Power Rankings
Leading up to last night's 121-110 road loss to the San Antonio Spurs, the Houston Rockets were the hottest team in the NBA, carrying a winning streak of five games.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 8
Spurs end Rockets' winning streak in NBA Cup opener for both
Harrison Barnes scored 24 points and Victor Wembanyama and Julian Champagnie had 22 each as the host San Antonio Spurs defeated the Houston Rockets 121-110 on Friday in an NBA Cup clash between the Lone Star State rivals.
The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz
How many of the players to score at least 36 points in an NBA Cup game can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 6
Five Straight Wins Prove the Rockets Are Rising Fast
The Houston Rockets are no longer sneaking up on anyone. With a 124–109 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, the team claimed its fifth straight victory, moving to 5–2 and solidifying its place among the NBA’s most complete squads early in the season.
Steven Adams News / Last Word On Sports / November 6
When Will Steven Adams Return to the Rockets Lineup?
The Houston Rockets are flying high after a fifth consecutive victory, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 124–109 on Wednesday night. Yet, one key piece of their frontcourt rotation was missing: Steven Adams, who sat out for the first time this season due to a lingering hip issue.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 28
Amen Thompson's point guard development has one massive ally
The Houston Rockets are taking a chance by starting Amen Thompson at point guard to start the season. The presence of Steven Adams at center should be a huge help as he learns the new position.
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