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The Rockets May Sit This Trade Deadline Out

The Houston Rockets have compiled a team the front office believes is capable of winning a championship this year or the next, based off the talent they've acquired and their complementary skill sets.

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Could Help be on the Way for Rockets at Trade Deadline?

The most consistent storyline regarding the Houston Rockets in 2025-26 has been their backcourt situation. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has taken the positionless term quite literally. The Rockets' backcourt has been occupied by taller wings.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 7

The Houston Rockets Have Ramped up Their Defensive Efforts Recently

Coming into the season, the Houston Rockets knew they had to rely on defense and rebounding to win consistently. The Rockets ranked in the top five in defense and were the best rebounding team last season, winning 52 games and making the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 7

Both Rockets, Trail Blazers Without Play-Makers for Tonight's Game

Tonight, the Houston Rockets take on the Portland Trail Blazers at home, looking to earn a second-straight win and continue climbing back up the West standings.

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Trae Young News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 7

Rockets Reportedly Uninterested in Trae Young Trade

As the NBA trade deadline sits less than a month away, the Houston Rockets have a decision to make on whether or not the roster should be altered. At 22-11, they're in a solid spot right now (fifth in the Western Conference), but there's always room for improvement.

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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.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 7

Devin Booker on Rockets-Suns Duels: 'Closest Thing to Postseason Basketball'

The Houston Rockets have faced off against the Phoenix Suns three times already this season. And they have yet to lose. The Rockets have their number. The first two games weren't even close.

Kevin Durant News / Total Apex Sports / January 7

Kevin Durant Got The Last Laugh: Why The Suns Will Regret Making Him The Scapegoat

The scriptwriters for the NBA really outdid themselves this time. You can’t tell me this wasn’t written in the stars—or at least in a very dramatic writers’ room somewhere in Secaucus.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 7

Kevin Durant’s Former Teammate Weighs In on His 'Scapegoated' Claims, Says Suns Disrespected KD

Kevin Durant played his first game against the Suns on Monday since being traded to the Rockets over the summer and ended up scoring the game winner. Afterwards, he basked in the moment, revealed how grateful he was to be in Houston, and admitted that he was “kicked out” of the organization.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 6

Rockets, Blazers upbeat heading into first of 2-game set

Two hot teams get together for the first game of a back-to-back when the Houston Rockets visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. Both Western Conference teams have won five of their past six games.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 6

'Twitter Nerds Don’t Count': Kevin Durant Flexes His Worldwide Following, Claps Back at Analyst Over Rockets Fan Narrative

Kevin Durant has never really been divisive because of how good he is. Everyone, including his critics, would agree that he is one of the greatest scorers ever.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 6

How Can The Rockets Survive Without Alperen Sengun?

The Houston Rockets suffered a major setback to their winning opportunity during the regular season as Alperen Sengun faces an injury that will keep him out for a stretch of games.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 6

Views From the Game: Kevin Durant Closes Out the Phoenix Suns

The Houston Rockets welcome the Phoenix Suns into town after a tough loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night. The Rockets saw their four game win streak come to an end as they fought uphill for most of the second half and came up just short.

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Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 6

ESPN Predicts Rockets' Alperen Sengun to Make Third Team All-NBA

This year's All-NBA teams could look very different, especially as it pertains to big men. Thanks to the league's eligibility requirements, implemented

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Kevin Durant took shot at Suns after his game-winning shot

Kevin Durant did not hold back with his thoughts about beating the Phoenix Suns on Monday night. The Houston Rockets beat the Suns 100-97 at Toyota Center in Houston, Tex.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 6

Multiple Rockets in Contention for Awards Halfway Through the NBA Season

The Houston Rockets have a lot to be happy about as we near the halfway point of the NBA season. They've managed to stay near the top of a crowded Western Conference with a combination of improved offense and solid defense, finding ways to win amid injuries.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 6

Kevin Durant had message for Suns after game-winner

Kevin Durant had message for Suns after sinking them with game-winner

Durant spent the last two-plus seasons with the Suns before being traded to the Rockets.

Kevin Durant caps Rockets' double-digit comeback with game-winning triple

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Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / January 6

'Yes, It Is Possible' – Houston Rockets Star Says He Hasn’t Closed the Door on Returning to the Team This Season

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet raised eyebrows when he said that an on-court return is possible this season during a recent episode of the Unguarded podcast.

Fred VanVleet News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Fred VanVleet makes surprising claim about his injury return date

Fred VanVleet turned heads among Houston Rockets fans with a recent update on his recovery from a torn ACL. The veteran guard tore his ACL a month before the start of the 2025-26 regular season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 5

Kevin Durant caps Rockets' double-digit comeback with game-winning triple

The Houston Rockets were down 13 to the Phoenix Suns in the third quarter of Monday night's game, but that did not stop them from completing a late comeback.

Kevin Durant's late 3 helps Rockets outlast Suns

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