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Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / August 22
Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade
Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 22
Where Kevin Durant Fits Among Dominant Players of the 2010s
One of the biggest factors in basketball's greatest-of-all-time debate is the difference between eras. Due to the variance in competition, rules, and playing styles over the years, it is difficult to compare the career of a Hall of Fame talent, like Bill Russell, to a modern-day star, such as Nikola Jokic.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 21
Klay Thompson’s Mavericks Departure Is Good News For Houston Rockets
As reported by ESPN, Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Miami Heat following a contract buyout with the Dallas Mavericks. Throughout his two-season stint with the Mavericks, Thompson averaged 12.9 points on 40.3% field-goal shooting and 38.7% three-point shooting over 141 games.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Aaron Holiday News / The Dream Shake / August 21
Aaron Holiday signs in Italy, will Rockets miss him? 
Throughout Aaron Holiday’s NBA career, he was known as a reliable guard, a great locker-room presence, and, of course, one of the three Holiday brothers in the NBA.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 20
The Houston Rockets’ Top Trade Asset For This Offseason
The Houston Rockets have had a relatively quiet offseason, with the biggest acquisition being defensive specialist Marcus Smart. Houston’s front office has left the core untouched, which is likely to continue as training camp draws closer.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 19
NBA Notes: Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Bulls
Could Scoot Henderson eventually become the odd man out in the Trail Blazers’ suddenly crowded backcourt? Jeremy Brener of NBA on SI explored that possibility, noting that Henderson is entering the final season of his rookie contract and can become a restricted free agent next summer.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Kevin Durant Ranked Top 10 in NBA 2K27
NBA 2K27 is set to be released in early September. Ahead of the launch, NBA 2K put together a list of the top-100 player rankings based on overall ratings.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Who Will Be the Rockets’ Best Player by the End of the Season?
Who will be the Rockets’ best player by the end of next season? Realistically, the Rockets have a handful of players who can make the case for being the best player on the team.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Five NBA Stars Who Briefly Played for the Houston Rockets
Throughout the league’s history, there have been numerous superstars that have become strongly associated with one NBA team. For instance, Stephen Curry with the Golden State Warriors, Kobe Bryant with the Los Angeles Lakers, and Bill Russell with the Boston Celtics.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / August 19
Aaron Holiday Signs With Maxima Roma
After spending the past eight seasons in the NBA, free agent point guard Aaron Holiday will continue his career overseas, per Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
3 Rockets Under the Most Pressure Entering the 2026-27 Season
The Rockets enter the 2026-27 season with more pressure than ever to take the next step. After back-to-back early playoff exits, there are three people in particular who will be under the microscope.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Draft on SI / August 18
Reigning G League Rookie of the Year Lands Two-Way Deal with Rockets
The 2026-27 NBA season is around the corner, and teams are still putting the final touches on their roster ahead of training camp and the preseason. After Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, LaMelo Ball and Ja Morant, among others, changed teams over the offseason, most of the summer's biggest moves have already taken place.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 18
Rockets Projected To Land Rising Arizona Star In 2027 NBA Mock Draft
The Houston Rockets could add yet another elite young prospect to their core in 2027, with Arizona guard Caleb Holt projected to land with them with the No.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 16
Here’s Why the Rockets Should Retire Tracy McGrady’s Jersey Number
One of the biggest honors that an NBA franchise can bestow on a former player is a jersey number retirement. The decision to retire a jersey number varies from team to team, from the Chicago Bulls honoring Michael Jordan to the Oklahoma City Thunder honoring Nick Collison.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15
Mike D’Antoni thanks James Harden for trusting his vision in Houston
Former Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni shouted out James Harden during his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / August 15
Kevin Durant Explains Why MVP Award Is More Precious Than A Championship Ring
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant is among a relatively small group of players in NBA history who have won both the regular season MVP award and a championship.
Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15
Rockets 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release
The Houston Rockets must have been very disappointed with the way they ended the 2025-26 season. Their goal heading into last season was to compete for a championship, but they didn’t even come close in the end.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / August 14
'Completely Bigoted': Royce White Breaks Silence After WNBA’s Meeting on Trans Eligibility Resulted in Former NBA Star’s Denouncement
The WNBA’s transgender eligibility debate was supposed to move toward clarity this week after a task force of team presidents and general managers met on Wednesday to discuss the issue that has gripped the community since July 21.
Houston Rockets News / Stadium Rant / August 12
Russell Westbrook To Rockets: Epic 2026 KD Reunion?
As the 2026 NBA offseason winds down, the Houston Rockets have a quiet opportunity to make a loud addition to their locker room. Could a familiar face be returning to Houston?
Houston Rockets News / HITC / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. speaks out on Rockets future after Kevin Durant chemistry concerns
Jabari Smith Jr. has addressed concerns over his partnership with Kevin Durant, insisting the Houston Rockets are ready to take a big step forward. Questions had been raised last season after visible chemistry issues following Durant’s arrival in Houston.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. Sets Expectations for Rockets Season After Alleged Chemistry Issues With Kevin Durant
Jabari Smith Jr. and Kevin Durant survived an awkward first dance. Now, the Houston Rockets forward believes the real show is about to begin. After a rocky debut season spent finding chemistry with the 16x All-Star, Smith says the growing pains are behind Houston and a major leap awaits in 2026-27, no matter what the offseason noise suggests.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Rockets’ Ime Udoka Addresses Marcus Smart Reunion; Expects Him To Play A Role Like Dillon Brooks
The Rockets have made several offseason moves this summer. But to their head coach, one move is a bit more personal than the others, as Ime Udoka reunites with Marcus Smart.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 5
Suns make Dillon Brooks key part of core with contract extension
The Phoenix Suns are trying to rebuild their roster, their on-court image and their overall mentality. They see Dillon Brooks as being a significant part of that, and rewarded him on Wednesday night with a long-term contract extension that will keep him as a foundational piece of their roster.
JD Davison News / Hoops Rumors / August 5
Rockets Waive JD Davison
The Rockets have waived guard JD Davison, the team announced today. Houston picked up its 2026/27 team option on Davison in June, but his $2,584,539 salary remained entirely non-guaranteed even after that option was exercised.
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