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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 11
Why Did this Rockets trio struggle together? 
Shoutout to VBG! This is the second in a series of pieces you guys suggested in the comments section of my Baba Oladotun article. It’s fitting, actually.
Ben Simmons News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 10
Should the Houston Rockets Sign Ben Simmons This Offseason?
With free agent Ben Simmons expected to be a participant at a private player-led mini camp for the Australia men’s basketball team, there is speculation that the 30-year-old guard could be making an NBA comeback.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 10
Amen Thompson Has an Opportunity to Elevate His NBA Profile in 2027
The Houston Rockets have a rising star in 23-year-old Amen Thompson. Last season, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists over 79 games, resulting in an eighth-place finish in Defensive Player of the Year voting.
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?
Russell Westbrook News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 9
Russell Westbrook Breaks Silence Amid Rockets Reunion Speculation
With the Houston Rockets recently opening up a roster spot, the franchise has continued to gain momentum as a potential playing destination for Russell Westbrook.
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 9
Rockets Guard Amen Thompson Excels Across Numerous NBA 2K Categories
After the departure of James Harden, the Houston Rockets spent the early part of the 2020s at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. This three-year stretch gave the franchise its opportunity to draft a rising star with the No.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 9
Rockets Starting Five: What Kevin Durant and Others Need to Do in 2026-27
The foursome of Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson started together 62 times last season, but the fifth spot was a revolving door between Steven Adams, Josh Okogie, Tari Eason and Reed Sheppard.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 8
Ex-Rockets' First-Round Pick Expects Legal Battle Over WNBA Draft Bid
Last week, Royce White, a first-round pick of the Houston Rockets in 2012 out of Iowa State University, told Fox News that he is declaring for the 2027
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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. sets expectations for Rockets in 2026-27
The Houston Rockets believe another year of continuity could elevate them into serious championship contention, and forward Jabari Smith Jr. expects a noticeable step forward during the 2026-27 season.
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 8
Houston Rockets 2026-27 Roster: Contracts, Salaries, Options and Depth Chart
The Houston Rockets are looking to bounce back this season and should have championship aspirations. The Rockets are returning with most of their core and Kevin Durant is still the centerpiece of their veteran group.
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.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. Speaks On Kevin Durant’s Lessons, Rockets’ Expectations And One Key Area To Improve
The Rockets’ young starlet, Jabari Smith Jr, recently sat down with Chiney Ogwumike of ESPN for an interview ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 season. The 23-year-old, who is primed to be one of the Rockets’ young players to leap to All-Star caliber next season, addressed various aspects of the team.
Amen Thompson News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Both Thompson Twins Will Get Massive New Extension, But One Is Worth More Than The Other
The NBA’s current CBA makes it harder than ever for teams to balance their budget. No longer is the era of top-heavy superteams, and executives have adjusted by learning to be more selective with their cap space.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 7
Houston Rockets Star Kevin Durant ‘Triggered’ By NBA 2K27 Rating
Prior to its September release, NBA 2K has started to reveal the player ratings for its upcoming title NBA 2K27. On Thursday, the video game company listed
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / August 7
Kevin Durant Gets ‘Triggered’ Over NBA 2K Ratings, Sends Public Message to $46.3 Billion Company
Kevin Durant has always viewed himself as the best player to ever set foot in the NBA, making his NBA 2K ratings a curious source of frustration. Now, with NBA 2K27 arriving September 4, 2026, the game has begun revealing its ratings.
Amen Thompson News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Amen Thompson Not Expected To Receive Max Extension As Rockets Look For Team-Friendly Deal
Amen Thompson has emerged as one of the Houston Rockets’ most important future building pieces, but that does not really mean the franchise is prepared to offer him a maximum contract extension.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Kevin Durant Gets Mad At 2K Over His Mid-Range Rating In NBA 2K27
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has complained a fair few times over the years about his NBA 2K ratings, and this year is no different. With NBA 2K27 releasing on Sept.
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.
Steven Adams News / AirJordanChronicles / August 5
'I’ll Play As Long as I Can': Steven Adams Gets Candid About NBA Future
Twelve NBA seasons in, most centers start planning their exit. Steven Adams, the Houston Rockets veteran big man, is doing the opposite, and his latest comments make that stance impossible to ignore.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / August 3
Eastern Conference team continues to 'loom large' as potential Kevin Durant suitor
Durant hasn't had the impact the Rockets had hoped, leading to speculation about his future.
Alperen Sengun News / HITC / July 28
Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun reveals reason he no longer opens X
The social media landscape isn’t always kind to athletes, and Alperen Sengun shared his tough experience on X. Houston Rockets fans had big expectations for their team last season, but Alperen Sengun and his co-stars failed to live up to those.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 27
Jonathan Kuminga's agent has poor recent history with clients
Restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga spent all of last summer trying to escape the Golden State Warriors before signing a one-year deal with a team option.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / July 23
Rockets Re-Sign Jae’Sean Tate To One-Year Contract
The Rockets have re-signed veteran forward Jae’Sean Tate, they announced today in a press release. According to Varun Shankar of The Houston Chronicle (Twitter link), Tate received a one-year, minimum-salary contract that includes a partial guarantee.
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