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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / November 15
Houston Takes on Washington Sunday at Capital One Arena
The Houston Rockets visit the Washington Wizards on Sunday, Nov. 15, at Capital One Arena, with tipoff at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Rockets are 10-3 and have won 3 straight.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 14
Alperen Sengun, Fred VanVleet providing lift as Rockets face Wizards
Alperen Sengun joined Hakeem Olajuwon and Yao Ming in an exclusive statistical club, while Fred VanVleet picked up a nickname previously reserved for David Robinson.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 14
Rockets fourth-quarter three-point shooting has been clutch 
After their first two-game losing streak of the season, where the Houston Rockets suffered losses to the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns, the Rockets have quickly righted the ship, and after a suprisingly hard fought win over the Utah Jazz, the Rockets have now won three straight and are 10-3 on the season.
The 'NBA's active 50-point scorers' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 50 points in at least one NBA game can you name in six minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 14
Alperen Sengun Reveals Nickname for Fred VanVleet
The Houston Rockets picked up a 125-118 victory over the Utah Jazz in NBA Cup action. The Jazz had gained a double-digit lead by the later part of the third quarter, though Houston reestablished dominance in the final frame.
15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them
The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.
Draymond Green News / HITC / November 14
Draymond Green says there’s one thing that really irritates him about the Houston Rockets
Draymond Green has opened up on the Golden State Warriors’ recent game against the Houston Rockets. The Warriors played the Rockets earlier this week and fell to a 115-108 defeat, during which Steph Curry was taken off with an injury.
Hakeem Olajuwon News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 14
Rockets Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Speaks About Training Kobe, LeBron, Others
Basketball Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon is known for being one of the most dominant centers in NBA history. The 12-time All-Star led the Houston Rockets to two consecutive championships during the 1990s.
Alperen Sengun News / The Dream Shake / November 14
Alperen Sengun’s 43 points leads Rockets over Jazz 125-118
Sorry for the late recap, y’all. Our writer was stuck in airport mess, and I didn’t find out until this morning. Anyway, the Houston Rockets won their thrid game in a row on Friday night after a monster game from Alperen Sengun, defeating the Jazz 125-118.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / November 14
Fred VanVleet ‘went off on everybody,’ helped spark Rockets behind Alperen Sengun’s 43
Alperen Sengun supplied the biggest numbers. Fred VanVleet supplied a message the Rockets apparently needed to hear. After watching a 12-point lead turn into a 10-point deficit against the Jazz, VanVleet let his teammates have it.
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.
Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun sets new season-high in massive NBA Cup win over Jazz
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun delivered his biggest scoring performance of the season in Friday’s 125-118 NBA Cup victory over the Utah Jazz. The All-Star big man erupted for 43 points, powering Houston to another important win.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 13
Alperen Sengun pumps in 43 as Rockets send Jazz to 11th straight loss
Alperen Sengun posted a season-high 43 points, Fred VanVleet beat the shot clock with a bank shot with 11 seconds left, and the Houston Rockets fended off the visiting Utah Jazz 125-118 in an NBA Cup game on Friday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 13
Could the Disgruntled Dejounte Murray Reunite With Ime Udoka on the Rockets?
When Ime Udoka was coaching the Boston Celtics in the 2022 NBA Finals, Dejounte Murray recalled how Udoka earned his respect as an assistant coach with the San Antonio Spurs in 2016.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 13
Final Injury Report for Jazz-Rockets: Will Marcus Smart, Lauri Markkanen Play?
The Houston Rockets are at home Friday night as they host the Utah Jazz in a Western Conference matchup as part of NBA Cup group play. Houston enters Friday’s game with a 9-3 record after defeating the Golden State Warriors at home Wednesday night.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 13
What Is Jabari Smith Jr.’s Ceiling for This Season?
The Houston Rockets hold the fourth spot in the Western Conference standings with a 9-3 record, and Jabari Smith Jr. has been a notable contributor to the team’s early success.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 13
The Rockets have reinvented their offense
The Houston Rockets have the third-best offense in the NBA. Ostensibly speaking. We know that numbers can speak in half-truths. It’s undeniable that the Rockets have been the third-most efficient offense at this stage of the season.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 13
How the Steph Curry and Austin Reaves Injuries Will Affect the Rockets
The Houston Rockets have already proven they're ready to meet or surpass expectations this season. With a 9-3 record, the Rockets are third in the West -- and find themselves just two spots behind the top ranked Lakers and three spots ahead of Golden State.
Amen Thompson News / Field Level Media / November 12
Rockets work on opportunities for Amen Thompson with Jazz set to visit
The Houston Rockets sit third in the Western Conference standings thanks to a strong start, but before they beat the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Amen Thompson's offensive struggles were a growing concern.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 12
NBA suspends Marcus Smart three games for punching Charles Bassey
The NBA has suspended Houston Rockets guard Marcus Smart for three games without pay “for throwing a punch that made contact with the face” of Warriors big man Charles Bassey, the league announced.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / November 12
Rockets' Kevin Durant passes NBA legend on all-time made field goals list
In leading his team in scoring and to a big win over the Golden State Warriors, Kevin Durant also moved up an all-time list Wednesday night.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12
Rockets’ Kevin Durant gets real on Yaxel Lendeborg after battling rookie for first time
Kevin Durant has faced plenty of talented young players throughout his NBA career. However, the Houston Rockets veteran couldn’t resist praising the Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg for his potential.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / November 12
Fred VanVleet opens up on what being back on the court means after missing a full year
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has returned to basketball with a different appreciation for the game after a torn right ACL cost him the entire 2025-26 season.
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