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Fred VanVleet News / Field Level Media / November 2

Fred VanVleet expected to return to lineup as Rockets host Celtics

The Houston Rockets entered this season planning to avoid playing veteran guard Fred VanVleet during both games of back-to-backs, which prompted the offseason signing of veteran Marcus Smart.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 2

5 biggest winners from the Rockets’ 6-1 start

At 6-1, the Rockets are off to their best seven-game start since the 2014-15 season, when they finished second in the Western Conference and advanced to the conference finals.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 2

Rockets Jabari Smith Jr. has found his best self

No Houston Rockets fan has experienced a rebuild quite like this one. Yes, there have been rebuilds. Some of you are old enough to remember the Rockets tanking for Hakeem Olajuwon even though they already had Ralph Sampson.

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Kevin Durant News / HITC / November 2

‘We moved as a unit’- Kevin Durant reflects on Thunder’s early identity

Kevin Durant has looked back on the Oklahoma City Thunder’s early years, recalling how a young group of teammates built a strong connection both on and off the basketball court.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 1

Are the Houston Rockets the Most Complete Team in the NBA?

The Houston Rockets might be the most complete team in the entire NBA. The Rockets are off to a scorching start; they currently are second in the West at 6-1.

Kevin Durant News / Lindy's Sports / November 1

KD says back-to-back could mean Call of Duty time

Kevin Durant has spent most of his career torching defenses, but the Houston Rockets star still hasn’t had a chance to log into the newest Call of Duty.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

NBA News / The Dream Shake / November 1

Rockets defeat Thunder 119-98

The Houston Rockets rebounded from their first loss of the season Saturday night, crushing the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98 at the Toyota Center. Jabari Smith Jr.

Houston Rockets News / HITC / November 1

Ex-NBA veteran explains why a Kyrie Irving-Kevin Durant reunion makes perfect sense for Houston Rockets

Former NBA coach Sam Mitchell believes the Houston Rockets could become the team to beat in the Western Conference if they manage to bring Kyrie Irving together with Kevin Durant again.

Kevin Durant News / HITC / November 1

‘That’s not my fault’- Kevin Durant’s heated exchange headlines fiery NBA Cup opener

Kevin Durant and Tari Eason exchanged heated words during the Houston Rockets’ 116-111 defeat to the Dallas Mavericks in their NBA Cup opener, adding another talking point to an eventful night of basketball.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Kyrie Irving News / EssentiallySports / November 1

'It Might Be Over': 34-Year NBA Veteran Urges Rockets to Trade for Kyrie Irving in Warning to Western Conference

Yet another reunion of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant? The league is not ready! The Houston Rockets have the pieces to compete in a crowded Western Conference.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / October 31

Jabari Smith Jr., Rockets overwhelm undermanned Thunder

Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points, Marcus Smart added 24 with seven 3-pointers, and the host Houston Rockets rolled to a 119-98 victory over the depleted Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Rockets’ Tari Eason puts Aday Mara on a poster with monster mash dunk

The Houston Rockets made the most of the occasion against the Oklahoma City Thunder as they had moved to 110-86 midway through the fourth quarter in what may as well turn into a blowout win.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Habit / October 31

The Houston Rockets are going to be a problem in the West this season

Last year was a very weird season for the Houston Rockets. They looked like world beaters to start the regular season, then they completely fell off when the calendar flipped to January.

Reed Sheppard News / The Dream Shake / October 31

Reed Sheppard gets paid… well, kind of

Yesterday afternoon, Adam Spolane reported that the Houston Rockets had picked up Reed Sheppard’s fourth-year option. This means for the 2027-2028 season, Sheppard will be making just above $14 million before he is eligible for a rookie contract extension.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 30

NBA Notes: Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Mavericks, Daniel Gafford, Sixers

The Rockets have another season of Reed Sheppard secured. Houston exercised his approximately $14 million option for 2027-28, according to RealGM. The No.

Reed Sheppard News / Hoops Rumors / October 30

Rockets Pick Up Reed Sheppard’s Fourth-Year Option

The Rockets have picked up their fourth-year team option on Reed Sheppard’s rookie scale contract, the team announced today (Twitter link via Will Guillory of The Athletic).

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Mavericks: Will Alperen Sengun, Reed Sheppard Play?

The Houston Rockets are on the road Friday night as they travel to take on the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference showdown as part of NBA Cup group play.

Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

Rockets rumors: What Fred VanVleet’s triumphant injury return means for blockbuster trade plans

The Houston Rockets may not be looking for a blockbuster trade anytime soon, with Fred VanVleet’s successful return from a torn ACL giving the organization another reason to remain patient with its current roster.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 30

In 1993, Leslie Alexander paid $85 million for the Houston Rockets; 24 years later, he sold the team for $2.2 billion

Leslie Alexander made an investment in 1993 when he paid $85 million for the Houston Rockets. The financier had no way of knowing how valuable the franchise would become over the next 24 years.

Fred VanVleet News / Field Level Media / October 29

Fred VanVleet, deep Rockets take on improving Mavericks

Houston Rockets veteran guard Fred VanVleet was waiting for a moment like he had Wednesday in Milwaukee, a breakout performance after missing the previous season due to knee surgery.

Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / October 29

Rockets’ 5-0 start comes with encouraging news for Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant doesn’t have to do everything for the Rockets. Five games into the season, that might be the most encouraging thing about them. Houston is 5-0 for the first time since 2014-15, and as William Guillory of The Athletic explains, the improvement involves more than Durant making difficult shots.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 28

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