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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.

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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 / 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.

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

The '2022-23 leading scorer for each NBA team' quiz

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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.

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.

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.

Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

Kevin Durant Gets His Revenge as Clutch Dagger Sinks the Suns

There are regular wins, and then there are wins that carry weight well beyond the final buzzer. On Monday night in Houston, Kevin Durant delivered the latter.

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

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 6

Alperen Sengun's Injury Comes at a Costly Time for Both He and Rockets

The Houston Rockets' 2025-26 schedule has been a bit unorthodox. For months, the Rockets played fewer games than any other team. Houston also only played three back-to-back games through their first 32 games of action.

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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

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 5