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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 27
Kevin Durant Turns Back the Clock As Houston Rockets Beat Orlando Magic
The Houston Rockets came back from 19 points down to beat the Orlando Magic 113-108 on Thursday night. That is the kind of win that makes a statement. It wasn’t pretty for three quarters, but the Rockets, led by a 40-point, history-making performance from Kevin Durant, found a way to get it done on the road.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / February 27
Rockets Reed The Room Late, Beat Magic 113-108 
This game felt like the Rockets season in microcosm. Amen Thompson returned from being out in the previous game, and the Rockets traveled to Orlando for the second game of a back to back.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / February 27
Kevin Durant reaches scoring milestone for first time with Rockets
Durant is averaging 26.1 points, 5.4 boards and 4.5 assists per game while shooting 50.8% from the field overall.
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?
Clint Capela News / Bleacher Report / February 26
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 26
Kevin Durant powers for 40 as Rockets earn comeback win at Magic
Kevin Durant scored 40 points on Thursday night to help the visiting Houston Rockets rally for a 113-108 victory over the Orlando Magic. Reed Sheppard added 20 points and made five 3-pointers for Houston, which trailed by 19 points in the third quarter before going on a 21-0 run to help spur the comeback win.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26
Rockets’ Jabari Smith leaves game vs. Magic late with apparent ankle injury
The Houston Rockets defeated the Orlando Magic in a tight contest, 113-108, at Kia Center on Thursday. The win, however, could be costly, as Jabari Smith Jr.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Rockets' Kevin Durant Draws Criticism for Perceived Lack of Leadership
The Houston Rockets have had an on-court leadership void this season in a major way. Which shouldn't be too much of a surprise. At least if you consider the construction of Houston's roster. Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet were the team's vocal leaders dating back to 2023.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Amen Thompson Illustrates Gravity of Fred VanVleet's Absence for Rockets
This season has been a career year for Amen Thompson. The Houston Rockets do-it-all prospect has rose to the occasion and been willing to step up and take on whatever has been asked of him.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Two Things to Watch as the Houston Rockets Take on the Magic in Orlando
The Houston Rockets, after starting February 3-3, have rattled off three wins across their last four games. They've come against some of the NBA's bottom feeders, but nonetheless, they're looking for their third win in a row tonight against the Orlando Magic.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Reed Sheppard's Role Is Due For An Increase For The Rockets
After Fred VanVleet went down with an injury before the seasons began, the Houston Rockets title contention chances have seemed to fluctuate along with the team's overall performance.
Kevin Durant News / The SportsRush / February 26
ESPN Analyst Claims Kevin Durant’s Statement on International Basketball Felt Like 'Racist Victim Hood Mentality'
Kevin Durant’s name has once again been connected to an alleged burner account on X. But this isn’t the only bit of controversy the two-time NBA champion has found himself in.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Views from the Game: The Houston Rockets destroy the Kings 128-97
The Houston Rockets were looking for their second straight win on their mini two-game home stand after a blowout win over the Utah Jazz Monday night. The Rockets welcome another team at the bottom of the standings, the Sacramento Kings, who recently snapped a 16-game losing streak.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26
Rockets Get Starter Back from Injury Ahead of Magic Bout
On Thursday, the Rockets are set to take on an Eastern Conference foe in the Orlando Magic, hoping to grab their third win in a row amid a standings ascent.
Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26
Ime Udoka basically tells Pat Riley to shove it with suit mic drop
This past weekend, the Los Angeles Lakers honored the legendary Pat Riley with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena. But during the festivities, one of the biggest soundbites to come from the event was Riley suggesting that NBA coaches should go back to wearing a suit and tie for games.
Houston Rockets News / The Spun / February 26
Jay Williams Calls Out Kevin Durant For 'Racist' Comment
Houston Rockets megastar Kevin Durant made waves this week while responding to critics of the USA basketball development system and he has a number of people disappointed in him - including Jay Williams.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / February 26
Jabari Smith Jr. has broken his slump with recent stretch for Rockets
Whether you’re a fan of Jabari Smith jkr. or still wish Houston drafted Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren, there’s no denying that Jabari Smith seems to have turned a corner after struggling for a stretch earlier this year.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26
Rockets’ Ime Udoka reveals key to Reed Sheppard’s monster game vs. Kings
The Houston Rockets took home a convincing 128-97 victory over the lifeless Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night even with Amen Thompson taking the night off due to a quad injury, thanks in large part to a dominant performance from Alperen Sengun that saw the Turkish star record his third triple-double of the season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 26
Kings' DeMar DeRozan joins top 20 on NBA's all-time scoring list
Wednesday's game became a typical night for the Sacramento Kings during the 2025-26 season... they lost and lost in blowout fashion.
Amen Thompson News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Rockets Coach Shares Amen Thompson Injury Update on Wednesday
The Houston Rockets dominated the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, 128–97, with three players scoring 20-plus points. Reed Sheppard led the way with 28 points, while Kevin Durant added 21.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / February 25
Alperen Sengun, Reed Sheppard fly Rockets past Kings
Alperen Sengun recorded his third triple-double of the season, and Reed Sheppard scored a game-high 28 points while making only his seventh start as the Houston Rockets cruised to a 128-97 victory over the visiting Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / February 25
Stephen A. Smith goes all-in on backing Kevin Durant in USA-Europe debate
Durant called out the narrative that America is falling behind Europe in player development.
Ime Udoka News / Fadeaway World / February 24
Ime Udoka Calls Out Rockets’ Careless Ball Handling Despite Blowout Win Over Jazz
The Rockets managed to defeat the Jazz 125-105 despite committing a season-high 26 turnovers in the blowout win. After the game, their head coach, Ime Udoka, spoke to the media and addressed what led to this strange outcome tonight.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / February 24
Jabari Smith Jr. puts up 31 as Rockets rumble past Jazz
Jabari Smith Jr. scored a game-high 31 points, Kevin Durant and Tari Eason chipped in double-doubles and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 125-105 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Monday.
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