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Kevin Durant 8th to 31,000 points 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.

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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.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Kevin Durant joins historic company with 31,000 points

The Houston Rockets have been among the best teams in the Western Conference this season amid the acquisition of Kevin Durant, and the future Hall of Famer reached a major career milestone in terms of points on Friday.

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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.

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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?

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.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 5

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Suns

For the second time this season, the Houston Rockets will match up with the Phoenix Suns for what should be another exciting game with several storylines to follow.

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.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 4

Rockets' Alperen Sengun Hits Career Milestone in Win vs. Kings

The Houston Rockets' 121-95 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night was extremely impressive on both ends. Coming off a road loss to the Utah Jazz on Monday, they were looking to bounce back, and they did with a two-way masterclass.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 4

The Rockets Bounce Back Quickly From Losses

The Houston Rockets' worst stretch of the season came in their first two games of the season, dropping two straight games against the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons, two teams currently at the top of the standings in their respective conferences.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 4

The Houston Rockets Are Outrebounding Opponents at a Historic Rate

The Houston Rockets were back home Wednesday night as they hosted the struggling Sacramento Kings. The Rockets were looking to bounce back from their disappointing loss to the Utah Jazz Monday night on the second night of a back-to-back.

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.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / December 3

Alperen Sengun helps Rockets rally past Kings

Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson recorded double-doubles, and the Houston Rockets shook off a sluggish first half and beat the visiting Sacramento Kings 121-95 on Wednesday.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

The Houston Rockets Face Its First Red Alert Of The Season

The Houston Rockets have spent the opening weeks of the season building a reputation for consistency, poise, and structure. With Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun setting the tone, the team displayed the balance required to compete at the top of the Western Conference.

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.