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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Watch Kevin Durant posterize Cooper Flagg on emphatic slam dunk
No more internet lobs for now from Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant this time. The Rockets forward is back to business on the court with the 2026-27 NBA season finally here, and he already has a poster dunk.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
After 535 days away, watch Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nail a 3-pointer vs. Mavericks
Fred VanVleet made his much-awaited return from his ACL injury on Wednesday, as the Houston Rockets hosted the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. VanVleet reclaimed his spot in the starting unit, joining Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun.
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.
Tari Eason News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Tari Eason gets ejected for a flagrant foul just 9 minutes into the season
Tari Eason pulled off the unusual feat of getting ejected from his team’s season opener (and pretty early at that). The Houston Rockets tipped off the new season on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 21
Predicting the Rockets’ Record Through the First 10 Games
There are high expectations for the Houston Rockets entering the 2026-2027 season, and their first 10 games could put them in a favorable position in the Western Conference by mid-November.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 21
Rockets give update on Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams for back-to-backs, plus on backup point guard 
With the Houston Rockets’ season underway today, many were wondering if Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams would be sitting out one or both of back-to-back games, and if so, who would start in their place.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 21
Durant, Kyrie to reunite in NBA opener for Rockets-Mavs: Injuries, Odds & Preview
Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7:40 p.m. CT, Toyota Center, Houston, Texas TV: Space City Home Network (Houston), KFAA (Dallas) Radio: Sportstalk
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.
Tari Eason News / The Dream Shake / October 21
How will the Rockets do this season?
Happy start of the NBA Season! With the Rockets’ season kicking off at home against the Dallas Mavericks, I figured now was a good time to get into my pre-season predictions.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 21
Join us for the 2026-27 Rockets season on the SB Nation app
Almost two months ago, we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. The app is available in North America, and we’re working on Europe and the rest of the world as we speak!
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 21
Kevin Durant Reveals His Original NBA Career Goal As New Season Starts
At 38 years old, Kevin Durant is still considered to be one of the top players in the NBA. He averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over 78 games last season, earning All-NBA Second Team honors.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / October 21
Kevin Durant Fires Back At Critics Calling Rockets Underdogs: ‘Who Cares?’
Kevin Durant spoke to the media after practice tonight ahead of the Houston Rockets’ season-opening game against the Dallas Mavericks tomorrow night. While reviewing the game, a reporter asked the 38-year-old what he felt about several critics calling the Rockets “underdogs” in the Western Conference.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20
Kevin Durant fires back at Rockets ‘underdog’ narrative with spicy retort
Heading into the season, Kevin Durant ranks among the game’s best players. Meanwhile, some are labeling the Houston Rockets as an ‘underdog’ team even with a solid core.
Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 20
Rockets Name Starting Point Guard for Games Fred VanVleet Misses
Rockets head coach Ime Udoka announced Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams will not play in back-to-back games this season, and Marcus Smart will start at point guard when VanVleet is unavailable.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / October 20
2026-2027 NBA Season Starts Today – Talk About It Here
Finally. I know we have to wait until tomorrow to watch the Rockets versus Mavericks (because they didn’t see enough of them in China) but actual basketball is here!
Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 20
Could the Rockets Trade Fred VanVleet if He Struggles After Injury?
While there was never any reason to think it was under consideration, the Rockets could not have traded Fred VanVleet after he suffered a season-ending knee injury last September, even if they had wanted to.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Rockets Convert Tshiebwe, Phillips To Two-Ways, Waive Pedulla
The Rockets have made a series of moves in order to set their roster for the regular season, announcing in a press release that they’ve converted the Exhibit 10 contracts of big man Oscar Tshiebwe and forward Julian Phillips to two-way deals.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Rockets waive three players
The Rockets have waived Bryce Harris, Cameron Matthews and Caleb McConnell, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
Houston Rockets News / Viral Sports News / October 18
Rockets Officially Release 3 Players Days Before NBA Season
The Houston Rockets continued trimming their training camp roster on Saturday by releasing three players who had been brought in on Exhibit 10 deals. Wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell were all waived, according to the NBA’s official transaction log.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Rockets Cut Three Camp Invitees
The Rockets have waived wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell, per NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three players were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to end up with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, Houston’s G League affiliate.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 15
Rockets sign G League standout
The Rockets are bringing back a familiar face from their G League program. Houston signed forward Cameron Matthews to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle.
Fred VanVleet News / Yardbarker / October 9
Fred VanVleet shined in first NBA action since 2024-25 season
Fred VanVleet is finally back on the basketball court after a lengthy absence while recovering from an ACL injury suffered in training camp last season.
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