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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15
Why Rockets still face identity crisis at season’s halfway point
The Houston Rockets are still trying to figure out who they want to be. Team broadcaster Craig Ackerman remarked this week that the Rockets haven’t been playing “Rocket basketball’’ of late.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
Fred VanVleet Explains the Rockets' Recent Struggles
The NBA season has reached it's dog days. We're about at half way point, which is about when things get ramped up. Teams have realized their strengths and opportunities for improvement.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
JD Davison News / The Dream Shake / January 15
Time for the Rockets to go all in on JD Davison 
JD Davison has been an intriguing name dating back to October, when the Houston Rockets’ preseason kicked off. Well, he’s been an intriguing name dating back to 2021, when he was a five-star point guard in high school.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
How The Rockets Can Redeem Their Season-Opening Loss
The Houston Rockets are trying to correct some of their issues and return to their winning ways more consistently. They have a large test looming against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the team that gave Houston its first loss of the season.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 15
'He Like the Black Pop': Fred VanVleet’s Nickname for Ime Udoka Pays Homage to Gregg Popovich
The Houston Rockets have built a young team around Kevin Durant this season and have been reasonably successful at that. Athletes like Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
If the Rockets Do Make a Deadline Trade, What Options Make the Most Sense?
It's unfortunate that the Houston Rockets hit a major slump so close to trade season in the NBA. After starting 2025-26 with an impressive 13-4, they've gone 10-10 to end up at 23-14 in mid-January.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
Carmelo Anthony Shares Thoughts on 2018 Ouster from Rockets
The Houston Rockets' pairing of James Harden and Chris Paul left the team relatively top-heavy. Especially when factoring in PJ Tucker, Trevor Ariza and Clint Capela.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
Rockets to Miss Talented Defender for Matchup with OKC Thunder
Tonight, the Houston Rockets will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, hoping to grab some momentum at the midway point of the season. It's fair to say the Rockets have underachieved relative to expectations at this point, sitting at No.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 15
'So Much Different Than the Narrative': Fred VanVleet Shares One of the Most Surprising Things About Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets had an outstanding season last year with a 52-30 record that was good enough for the 2-seed in the West. And though they were knocked out in the first round of the playoffs by the Warriors, it was still a huge step in the right direction for a young team that hadn’t even made the postseason since 2020.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
Former Rockets Carmelo Anthony, Tracy McGrady, Austin Rivers to Coach Rising Stars
The 2025-26 Houston Rockets have had a roller-coaster of a season. One day, they're ranked second in the Western Conference. Another, they're in the tier of teams vying for a spot in the play-in tournament.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15
Lodging Issue Proved Costly for Rockets During Kings Defeat
On Sunday night, the Houston Rockets squared off against the Sacramento Kings with revenge on the line. The Rockets sought an opportunity to avenge a disappointment of a game last month.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 15
Rockets look to even the score in the Oklahoma City Thunder series
Things seem to be looking up for the Houston Rockets right now as Houston snapped their three game loosing streak Tuesday thanks to great performances from Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, and clutch scoring from Jabari Smith Jr.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 14
The Rockets Have A Few Huge Tests Incoming
The Houston Rockets benefitted from some home cooking in their last game against the Chicago Bulls. The game wasn't always pretty as they battled a close game throughout, but they found a way to get enough production to halt their losing streak at three games.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 14
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Lakers, Jake LaRavia, Raptors
Coach Ime Udoka didn’t mince words after a recent loss, calling out the Rockets’ dependence on Kevin Durant and the drop-off that follows when the star isn’t on the floor.
Jabari Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 14
A Big Fourth Quarter Could Break Jabari Smith Out of His Shooting Slump
The Houston Rockets started their five-game home stand on Tuesday after struggling on their most recent three-game road trip, losing every game by close margins because they were unable to make enough clutch plays down the stretch.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 14
Rockets Take Major Drop in Latest Power Rankings
The Houston Rockets have been the laughing stock of the Western Conference of late. They can't beat the bottom teams of the Conference. The Sacramento Kings beat the Rockets 111-98 on Sunday night and the game didn't even feel that close.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / January 14
Rockets all-time role player starting five (post 1998)
Are you having fun? Good for you. I’m not having fun. I hate it here. (Not TheDreamShake. I love it here.) The Rockets just have not felt fun in 2025-26.
Kevin Durant News / HITC / January 14
Kevin Durant hits back at fan mocking empty seats at Houston Rockets game
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant has responded to a fan who mocked him over the empty seats at Tuesday’s 119–113 win over the Chicago Bulls. The post gained traction after a video showed gaps in the Toyota Center crowd early in the first quarter.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 13
Rockets have answers in back-and-forth win over Bulls
Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun recorded double-doubles, and Jabari Smith Jr. drilled three late jumpers as the Houston Rockets outlasted the visiting Chicago Bulls 119-113 on Tuesday night.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / January 10
Rockers star Kevin Durant passes NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain on all-time list
Kevin Durant didn't need to add more to his resume to cement his legendary status, but he did it nonetheless.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 9
Three trade destinations for Grizzlies' Ja Morant
Three years ago, it felt like Ja Morant would be a member of the Memphis Grizzlies for life. But after injuries, scandals, disappointing postseasons and a coaching change, the Grizzlies are considering trade offers for their two-time All-Star guard.
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