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Two Factors That Will Define the Houston Rockets' Ceiling Next NBA Season

The Houston Rockets have high hopes for the 2026-27 season, but this offseason will say everything about the direction the organization wants to take. Last year, Rafael Stone and the front office went from strictly building around the young core to 'win now' mode with the acquisition of Kevin Durant.

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Kevin Durant tried playing hide-and-seek with paparazzi

Kevin Durant turned a simple dinner outing into an impromptu game of hide-and-seek with the paparazzi, though his towering frame made victory unlikely.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 6

Should the Rockets Value Depth or Star Power This NBA Offseason?

Decisions, decisions. The Houston Rockets have a list of offseason tasks that will determine their status not just next season, but in the coming years.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 5

The Houston Rockets Recent Second Round History Has Been Minimal at Best

The Houston Rockets, like the other 28 teams that did not reach the conference finals, are already in offseason mode, preparing for the 2026-27 season.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).

The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'NBA Finals-winning coaches' quiz

Kevin Durant News / HITC / June 5

Kevin Durant used a hilarious tactic to hide from paparazzi after being spotted with an unidentified woman

Kevin Durant found a surprisingly funny way to dodge attention after being spotted leaving Nobu Malibu with an unidentified woman. The Houston Rockets star was seen outside the Los Angeles restaurant this week, where cameras caught him trying to stay out of sight.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 5

More Details on the Design of the Rockets' New Uniforms and Logo

The legendary ketchup and mustard uniforms are officially back in Houston. On June 4, the Houston Rockets announced an official rebrand of the franchise from the logo to all three of the main uniforms that will be worn starting next season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 5

Rockets' Royal Ivey Linked to Mavericks Coaching Vacancy

With each passing year, Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka seems more and more likely to have one of his assistants get promoted to a head coaching position elsewhere around the league.

Kevin Durant News / AirJordanChronicles / June 5

Kevin Durant Ducks Behind Bush to Evade Paparazzi at Nobu Malibu

Kevin Durant has spent years perfecting the art of staying out of the spotlight, but sometimes, a six-foot-eleven man hiding behind a bush makes that harder than it sounds.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 5

Rockets Coach Ben Sullivan is no Longer in Consideration for Blazers Coaching Vacancy

Following the Houston Rockets' early round postseason ouster, Rockets coach Ime Udoka got on the podium and expressed his desire to retain his coaching staff.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets Won't Regret Staying Out of Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors

For a long time, the Houston Rockets were loosely linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo as his availability became increasingly clear. This past season, he was nearly traded at the deadline, but after conflicting reports and controversy, he remained in a Milwaukee Bucks uniform when the dust settled.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets Kevin Durant Grades Out as NBA's Second-Most Impactful Offensive Postseason Player

The Houston Rockets' 2025-26 season drew mixed reviews. On the one hand, it feels like the Rockets were a disappointment. They finished with a 52-30 record, identical to the previous season, but dropped to fifth in the standings.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets Linked to All-NBA Wing for the Second Time in a Week

This offseason could see a ton of moving and shaking in the NBA. There's a good chance that a superstar gets dealt. Maybe multiple. Giannis Antetokounmpo's name has been permeating throughout the rumor mill and the Milwaukee Bucks seem ready for a divorce.

Houston Rockets News / Ball Exclusives / June 4

Houston Rockets unveil new uniforms and branding for next season

Most NBA teams are a few weeks into their offseason and the Houston Rockets are no different. On Thursday morning, they took advantage of this break to reveal their new uniforms and branding for the 2026-27 season.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Ball Exclusives / June 4

Houston Rockets unveil news uniforms and branding for next season

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The Rockets Combine the Past While Looking to Future With Jersey Release

Since leaving San Diego's green and gold theme colors in the franchise's first few seasons, the Houston Rockets have been synonymous with yellow and red.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets Jabari Smith Jr. Gets Recognized Once More for his Defense

Last season, Jabari Smith Jr. found himself in and out of the lineup for the Houston Rockets, as Rockets coach Ime Udoka tinkered with the double big lineup.

Houston Rockets News / HITC / June 4

Houston Rockets make major offseason announcement, change team identity with new logo and jerseys

The Houston Rockets used the start of the offseason to make a full visual reset, unveiling a new logo package and jerseys built around their championship-era identity.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets Release Special Promo Video For Expected New Uniforms

Houston Rockets fans were ultimately left disappointed at the end of the season with a first round series loss in the NBA Playoffs to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

Rockets' Alperen Sengun Ranks as NBA's Top-Five Rim Protector

It's been highly publicized that Houston Rockets two-time All-Star center Alperen Sengun is a bad defender. We've heard it an endless amount of times. In fact, Rockets coach Ime Udoka even publicly admitted it.

Anthony Davis News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 4

NBA Mock Trade: Houston Rockets Land Anthony Davis in Win-Now Deal

It's obvious by now, but the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder have separated themselves from the rest of the Western Conference, evident in their most recent playoff series.

Fred VanVleet News / The Dream Shake / June 4

Rockets can’t rely on Fred VanVleet next season

There’s a fine line between pessimism and realism. The line between optimism and delusion is equally fine. On a related note, people are annoying. “Just be a fan!” Sorry if I can’t turn my brain off.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 3

Maximizing Kevin Durant Is Crucial For The Rockets

All-time scorer and future Hall-of-Famer Kevin Durant did what he was brought in to do for the Houston Rockets, and then some. He was acquired to be a lead scorer, capable of hitting tough buckets in the clutch and putting pressure on opposing defense throughout the game.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 3

Three Lineups the Houston Rockets Could Implement Next NBA Season

Not having key rotational pieces for the entire season definitely hurt the Houston Rockets in 2026. They had plenty of holes within their lineups, missing Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams and Kevin Durant for the playoffs.