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Three Takeaways as Houston Rockets Close Out Dallas Mavericks

After dominating their brief two-game road trip in Toronto and Boston, the Houston Rockets returned home for a Monday night homestand against a Texas rival.

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Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson carry Rockets past Mavericks

Alperen Sengun paired 26 points with 11 rebounds, Amen Thompson chipped in 27 points, and the Houston Rockets fended off the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 110-102 on Monday.

Amen Thompson News / Bleacher Report / November 3

Watch: First question was too easy for Amen

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

The Rockets Are A Dream For Kevin Durant

After two straight losses to begin the season, the Houston Rockets are finally beginning to look like how the front office hoped they would when they acquired Kevin Durant in a trade.

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The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

How many of the 12 players in NBA history to see game action in at least 20 seasons can you name in five minutes?

The '2016 Team USA men's basketball' quiz

The 'NBA debut scoring leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

Tari Eason News / Last Word On Sports / November 3

Rockets Early Season Stats Reveal a Surprising Powerhouse

The Houston Rockets’ stats tell a story few expected to see this soon. After years of rebuilding and a turbulent start to the 2025–26 NBA season, Houston has exploded into one of the league’s most complete and statistically dominant teams.

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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.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

Amen Thompson Well on His Way to Career Year as Playmaker

The Houston Rockets received news no team wants before the start of the season. Right before the start of training camp, Fred VanVleet suffered a potential season-ending injury during his offseason workout routine.

Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

Rockets Aren't Struggling to Play Make Without Fred VanVleet

When the Houston Rockets lost Fred VanVleet due to an ACL tear before the preseason kicked off, so many questions came up about their offense. That's exactly what resulted in an early playoff exit last season despite being the No.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

Rockets Hold Major Trade Leverage Over One Struggling NBA Team Right Now

The number one asset the Brooklyn Nets need right now is draft capital. As they've gotten off to a 0-6 start this NBA season, it's clear that the rebuild will take a lot of time.

Josh Okogie News / The Dream Shake / November 3

Josh Okogie is proving to be an underrated pickup for Rockets

The Houston Rockets were one of the more active teams this past offseason. Not only did they pull off the blockbuster deal of the summer by adding Kevin

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

Is Kevin Durant the Rockets' Difference Maker?

If one thing has been clear throughout Kevin Durant's illustrious 18-year career, it is the fact that he will be the same elite scorer no matter what uniform he wears.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

Celtics Joe Mazzulla Doles Out Praise for Rockets' Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are firing on all cylinders right now. The integration of Kevin Durant hae been smoother than anyone could've imagined (although Durant has proven capable of essentially playing in any system).

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Mavericks Matchup Tonight

The Rockets are back at home following a two-game road stint as the team prepares to face off against the Dallas Mavericks this evening. Houston is riding a three-game win streak coming into this contest, while the Mavericks will look to quickly bounce back following their 12-point loss to the Detroit Pistons last night.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 3

Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reveals reason behind regular conversations with Jayson Tatum

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka spoke about his talks with his former player, Jayson Tatum, over the summer. One of the most tragic injuries NBA fans witnessed last season was Jayson Tatum tearing his Achilles tendon in the playoffs against the New York Knicks.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 2

How The Rockets Can Sustain An Extended Win Streak

The Houston Rockets are riding into their first matchup with the new-look Dallas Mavericks with a three-game win streak. With how the offense has played and the steady improvement from the defense, the Rockets have the opportunity to dominate their next stretch and potentially continue their win streak.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 2