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Rockets' Ime Udoka Draws Praise for Adjustments Without Fred VanVleet

Ime Udoka has been one of the NBA's young, rising head coaches, dating back to his debut season with the Boston Celtics, a year in which he led the team to the NBA Finals.

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Rockets Hot Start Brings Back Memories of 2018 Glory

The Houston Rockets are proving that their early success is no coincidence. After an impressive 6–3 start capped by a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, the team has positioned itself as one of the most exciting stories in the NBA.

Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Why the Rockets’ defense is regressing in Year 3 under Ime Udoka

Under head coach Ime Udoka, the Houston Rockets built their identity on grit and defense. However, this season, that formula has flipped. While Houston’s offense has surged, its once-reliable defense has sprung leaks, largely due to a heavy reliance on zone.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 12

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Wizards

The Houston Rockets are back in the win column after a solid win against the Milwaukee Bucks this past Sunday. They will now look ahead to their three-game home slate, which starts with a matchup against the NBA's worst team right now, the Washington Wizards.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most triple-doubles in a season by NBA team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 12

Rockets Projected to Land UConn Star in Latest 2026 NBA Mock Draft

Earlier in 2025, UConn basketball star Alex Karaban had the chance to leave the school he had been at for the last three seasons to enter the NBA Draft.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 12

Rockets Land in Fifth Place in Yahoo Sports' Power Rankings

The Houston Rockets' 2025-26 campaign has been pretty good, considering their warts and weaknesses. Although coach Ime Udoka isn't an offensive mind (far

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

The Rockets’ Bench Numbers Are Breaking the NBA Right Now

The Houston Rockets are already turning heads with their winning streak, but the real story may be found beneath the surface: in the numbers that define their bench unit.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Rockets' Western Conference Standings Race Already Getting Competitive

There isn't much anyone can do about the NBA's imbalance between the Eastern and Western Conferences. Over the last decade or so, the West has had a clear surplus of star power and competitive teams over the East.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 11

Rockets, Wizards each hope for improved ball security in matchup

When everything clicks for the Houston Rockets, as it did in the fourth quarter on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks, they look every bit like the most efficient offense in the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Rockets Have Bounced Back From Early Losses

The Houston Rockets are now having a strong start to their season after dropping the first two games against quality opponents. There was concern that they may struggle against playoff-caliber teams without a true point guard, but then the team rallied to beat a Milwaukee Bucks team with a true MVP candidate.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

The Houston Rockets Have Used the Free Throw Line to Win Games to Start the Season

The Houston Rockets have done many things well to begin the season. They are in the top five in scoring, ranking third in points per game after being in the middle of the pack the previous season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Wolves' Anthony Edwards Cites Rockets' Kevin Durant as Basis For Selfless Deed

Although it gets forgotten oftentimes, professional athletes are entertainers. It's partly why they get paid the big bucks. Well, that and booming TV deals.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Rockets Kevin Durant Shouts out Reed Sheppard on Social Media

The Houston Rockets' point guard situation has been discussed endlessly. Starting point guard Fred VanVleet suffered a season-ending ACL tear, which required

Dorian Finney-Smith News / The Dream Shake / November 11

Rockets still await Dorian Finney-Smith to strengthen their defense

This past offseason, forward Dorian Finney-Smith agreed to a four-year, $53 million contract with the Houston Rockets. The first two seasons of the contract are completely guaranteed; the third and fourth years are not, and there is a player option in the fourth year.

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The 'Most rushing TDs for each NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 150-rushing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Houston Rockets Flip the Script on Turnovers in the Second Half for Win

The Houston Rockets were back in action Sunday afternoon after seeing their five-game winning streak come to an end after their 122-110 loss to the San Antonio Spurs Friday night.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Multiple Rockets Stars, Alumni Featured on Top 25 Players of 21st Century

Since the turn of the century, the Houston Rockets have gone through many phases of an NBA team, but for the most part, have remained competitive for the last 25 years.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Alperen Sengun Proving He Can Share The Heaviest Load For Rockets' Offense

The Houston Rockets just secured their best win of the season, coming back to beat a Milwaukee Bucks team that had the first three quarters going their way.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Reed Sheppard is Finally Looking Comfortable in the Rockets' Offense

It's only been nine games, but the improvement that Reed Sheppard has displayed from the first few games of the season to early November has been extremely fun to watch.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

CBS Sports Ranks Rockets Third-Best in Western Conference

After an 0-2 start to the season, the Houston Rockets have been surging of late, resorting to the level of play that was expected by the masses heading into the season.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

Houston Rockets Stun Bucks in Miraculous Fourth-Quarter Comeback 122-115

The air in Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum was thick for the Houston Rockets with the scent of an impending blowout. For three quarters, the Milwaukee Bucks, led by the sheer force of nature that is Giannis Antetokounmpo, had the Houston Rockets on the ropes.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 9

Rockets use vintage Kevin Durant performance to storm back on Bucks

Kevin Durant paired 31 points with seven assists and took over down the stretch as the Houston Rockets rallied from a 14-point deficit and defeated the host Milwaukee Bucks 122-115 on Sunday.

Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / November 9

Rockets’ Sheppard Finding His Groove

The Houston Rockets’ rather cramped offense is still a work in progress. This was evident in Friday night’s game, a loss against the San Antonio Spurs.