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Kevin Durant burner account caused problems for Rockets

Kevin Durant’s alleged burner account activity may have played a large role in derailing the Houston Rockets’ season. The Rockets were eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers with a 98-78 loss in Game 6 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals on Friday, ending their season without a playoff series win.

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Houston Rockets Expected to Chase Star Talent This Summer as Risky Strategy Looms

Just like any star-studded roster, the Houston Rockets entered the season with championship expectations. However, unlike top teams, they exit it with more questions than answers, and a looming decision that could define the franchise’s direction.

Ime Udoka News / Total Pro Sports / May 2

Ime Udoka’s Future in Houston Drawing Attention as Key Decision Becomes Talking Point After Elimination

The season ended in frustration for the Houston Rockets, but the real conversation now shifts to the sideline. Ime Udoka is the name under the spotlight after a Game 6 playoff exit that exposed more questions than answers.

Amen Thompson News / Total Pro Sports / May 2

Amen Thompson Reportedly in Line for Massive Nine-Figure Contract Extension This Summer

The Houston Rockets’ offseason buzz is already hitting overdrive. After a turbulent playoff exit, attention is shifting from what went wrong to what’s next, and one name keeps popping up: Amen Thompson.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 2

Rockets’ Season Disappointingly Ends with First-Round Exit

On Friday night, the Houston Rockets’ season officially ended, suffering a Game 6 loss to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. It was an odd season from start to finish, featuring highs, lows and plenty in between.

NBA News / Bleacher Report / May 2

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Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 2

Three Takeaways from the Rockets' Season-Ending Blowout Loss to Lakers in Game 6

The Houston Rockets’ season inevitably came to a bitter end in Toyota Center with a 20-point loss in Game 6 of the first round against the Los Angeles Lakers, 98-78. It was a terrible offensive display from the Rockets, who were unable to extend the series further.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2

Rockets' regular-season strategy falls apart again in playoffs

After an embarrassing home blowout ended their playoff dreams, the Rockets' once-bright future is looking very cloudy.

Lakers romp past Rockets, seal series in 6, set date with Thunder

Latest update on Luka Doncic doesn't sound good for Lakers

Raptors stay alive on RJ Barrett's physics-defying game-winning three

Pistons force Game 7 with historic comeback against Magic

Magic had the worst playoff half in NBA history in Game 6 loss

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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 2

Lakers advance to 2nd round as Rockets go ice-cold in Game 6

The Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Houston Rockets 98-78 on Friday, sending Houston home and advancing to the second round. The Rockets struggled to put up points from the very start of the game as Kevin Durant‘s absence was felt on the offensive end.

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Rockets' Series Comeback is Tied to Lakers Outside Shooting Regression

The Western Conference Quarterfinals matchup between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers has taken a bit of swings. Heading into the matchup, the

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Despite his Absence, the Rockets' Trade for Kevin Durant was the Right Move

ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins and Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant have had a rather tumultuous relationship, especially ever since Perkins ended his playing career and crossed over into the media field.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Final Injury Report for Lakers-Rockets Game 6: Will Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic Play?

The Houston Rockets are at home on Friday night as they host the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series. Houston enters Friday’s game trailing 2-3 in the series after defeating Los Angeles on the road in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

What Do The Rockets Have Left For Game 6?

The Houston Rockets have earned themselves a chance to play at home in an opportunity to extend the series to a Game 7. Game 6 won't be an easy road by any means, as the Rockets have experienced some devastating postseason losses at home to close out series.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

In the Rockets-Lakers Series, the Winning Team Has Won This Category in Every Game

As the buzzer sounded to end Game 3 and the Houston Rockets walked off the court after suffering one of the worst playoff losses in franchise history, the series seemed to be over almost as soon as it started.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 1

Ime Udoka needs to trust Reed Sheppard for Rockets to succeed

LeBron James has earned his stripes. He has a longer rope than almost any NBA player. This is perhaps the best player in NBA history. He’s got this writer’s vote, and this writer can vaguely recall Michael Jordan’s last season with the Chicago Bulls, so… Well, unless you’re in your late 70s, you don’t recall Bill Russell’s prime anyway.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Ime Udoka Deserves Praise for the Rockets' Series Comeback Against the Lakers

Early in the Houston Rockets' Western Conference Quarterfinals series against the Los Angeles Lakers there seemed to be a clear gap between the two teams, in favor of the Lakers.

Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / May 1

Rockets F Kevin Durant (ankle) out for Game 6 vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Friday's Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1

Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. preaches one day at a time mindset ahead of Game 6

The Houston Rockets have found a way to keep their playoff hopes alive after winning Games 4 and 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers to avoid elimination.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1

Rockets have changed this Lakers series by trusting their youngest lineup at the exact right time

The Rockets are back in this series because they stopped waiting for a veteran rescue and started trusting their youngest lineup. With Kevin Durant set to miss Game 6, Houston’s best answer has become the group that was supposed to be learning on the fly.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 30

Rockets take stab at tying series with turnover-prone Lakers

The one distinct advantage the Houston Rockets carried into their Western Conference first-round series with the Los Angeles Lakers was a youthful core that, if deployed effectively, would yield an unmistakable edge.