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On YouTubeKevin Durant News / Hardwood Heroics / December 6
'Damn Right' – Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant Delivers Emphatic Statement After Hitting Historic Milestone Vs. Phoenix Suns
Kevin Durant made history on Friday during the Houston Rockets’ 117-98 home win against the Phoenix Suns, becoming the eighth player in NBA history to eclipse 31,000 career points, joining LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dirk Nowitzki, and Wilt Chamberlain.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6
Rockets HC Ime Udoka celebrates Kevin Durant for 31,000 point milestone
Ime Udoka had words of praise for Kevin Durant following the veteran star’s career milestone in the Houston Rockets’ blowout win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / The Dream Shake / December 6
The Sun Also Sets. Rockets Pluck Phoenix 117-98 
The Rockets were without Alperen Sengun due to illness, and of course DFS (Definitely Fictional Signing) and FVV, The Suns were without Devin Booker, Isiah Livers and you may remember Rockets draftee Jalen Green, who is still out as well.
Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?
Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6
NBA roundup: Kevin Durant hits 31K career points in Rockets' win
Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 59 points to pace a blistering shooting effort as the Houston Rockets rolled to a 117-98 victory over the visiting Phoenix Suns on Friday.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / December 6
Kevin Durant joins elite club on milestone night for the all-time great
Kevin Durant did what he does best on Friday night — score in an efficient manner while leading his team to victory.
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / December 6
Kevin Durant joins elite club as Rockets sink Suns
Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 59 points to pace a blistering shooting effort, and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 117-98 victory over the visiting Phoenix Suns on Friday.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 5
NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Heat, Andrew Wiggins, Bulls
The Rockets have watched Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard take major steps this season, which has made the idea of backcourt reinforcements less urgent.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
Why the Giannis Antetokounmpo-Rockets Trade Rumors Don't Make Sense
Back in the early weeks of the Rockets' offseason, there was a lot of legitimacy to the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors with Houston. An up-and-coming team clearly needed a veteran star to lead them and be able to take over in big moments.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
Rockets Slip a Bit in Bleacher Report's Latest NBA Power Rankings
The most promising part about the Houston Rockets' performance this season is that whenever they've dropped a game, they bounce back and respond with a winning streak.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
The Rockets Are Preparing For A Tough Road Stretch
The Houston Rockets have performed well both at home and on the road. They've had their chances to play against top Western Conference teams on their home court, and in enemy territory.
Dillon Brooks News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
Expect Dillon Brooks to Not Hold Back in His Return to Houston to Take On the Rockets
The Houston Rockets were a team without an identity after trading away their franchise player, James Harden. During Harden's career, he had taken the Rockets from a pack team that was always on the cusp of making the playoffs, but couldn't get over the hump to a perennial playoff team and eventually a serious contender.
Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / December 5
Rockets Kevin Durant is running out of NBA time
When I was a kid, we used to sing “Time is My Friend” by Julie Andrews at assemblies. I didn’t think much of it at the time. At 38, I’m reevaluating my relationship with time.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
Rockets' Tari Eason Expected Back This Month
Tari Eason entered the 2025-26 NBA season with a chip on his shoulder. He watched half of his Houston Rockets teammates land new contracts, while he, too, was up for a new deal.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5
Dorian Finney-Smith Nearing Rockets Debut
This past offseason, the Houston Rockets made several "splash acquisitions". Granted, what one person defines as a splash acquisition won't necessarily meet the same criteria of the next man.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 4
Rockets' paint-first offense looks to keep rolling against Suns
The Rockets' rousing offensive start to the season relies on an unorthodox approach, at least in terms of the present-day NBA. Houston dominated the Sacramento Kings 121-95 on Wednesday in the first of back-to-back home games, which also includes a visit from the Phoenix Suns on Friday.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 4
Rockets Inch Closer to Key Injury Returns
The Houston Rockets continue to navigate a season shaped by strong play on the court and a series of difficult injuries off it, although the latest information provides a much-needed dose of optimism.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4
Rockets Alperen Sengun gets real about Steven Adams’ presence
Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun is having a career year, averaging 22.8 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 7.3 assists while helping his team secure a 14-5 record.
Tyler Smith News / Hoops Rumors / December 2
Rockets plan to sign Tyler Smith to a two-way deal
The Houston Rockets intend to sign free-agent forward Tyler Smith to a two-way contract, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer, who reports that Houston will waive guard Kevon Harris in order to open up a roster spot for the newcomer.
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