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Rockets' Fred VanVleet Hopes to Return This Season

The Houston Rockets entered the 2025-26 in need of a replacement for Fred VanVleet. Rockets coach Ime Udoka concocted a plan to patch up VanVleet's role

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The Ringer Lists Rockets' Ime Udoka as Potential Coach of the Year Nominee

Ime Udoka has been one of the league's best coaches since initially taking over as Boston Celtics head coach in 2021. Udoka's transparent style of communication resonates with players.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 4

Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Gets Slighted, Misses Top-100 Cut

To date, Jabari Smith Jr. hasn't quite lived up to his hype, based purely on draft positioning. Smith fell to the Rockets third overall but was expected to be the top overall pick in his draft class, up until the waning moments leading up to the draft.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / December 4

Rockets too tough for Kings down the stretch, win 121-95

The Houston Rockets had a nip-and-tuck first half with the Sacramento Kings, before blowing the game open in the second half and taking 121-95 victory in H-town on Wednesday night.

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How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 4

'The Paint Was Open' – Houston Rockets Dominate the Interior in Blowout Victory Vs. Sacramento Kings

The Houston Rockets opened their two-game homestand with an impressive 121-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday evening, where they maximized their size advantage.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / December 3

Alperen Sengun helps Rockets rally past Kings

Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson recorded double-doubles, and the Houston Rockets shook off a sluggish first half and beat the visiting Sacramento Kings 121-95 on Wednesday.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Three Takeaways from the Rockets’ Win Over the Kings

The Houston Rockets took on the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night, hoping to get back into the win column after their worst loss of the season. Prior to the back-to-back with Utah, Houston had only suffered losses against the NBA’s best.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Rockets Slide Into NBA's Top Three in Latest ESPN Power Rankings

The NBA season is still in its early stages, so teams can fluctuate at any point when it comes to the standings. However, the Houston Rockets have consistently found themselves among the top four seeds in the Western Conference over the last few weeks.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

The New-Era Rockets May Be Caught Behind Another Historic Team

In the midst of what could likely be considered the most competitive Western Conference in NBA history, one team is rising to the top with a historic level of success.

Amen Thompson News / The Dream Shake / December 3

How the Rockets can help unlock Amen Thompson

Amen Thompson is one of the best athletes in the NBA. It’s clear when he’s on the break or getting downhill. In his third season, however, his role has been a little different.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Rockets Could Face a Banged-Up Kings Squad Tonight

Coming off a disheartening 133-125 loss to the Utah Jazz, the Houston Rockets are searching for a much-needed victory at home tonight against the Sacramento Kings.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Rockets Remain as Fourth-Best in The Athletic's Latest Power Rankings

Kevin Durant's short absence sparked worries about the Houston Rockets' performance without him, as he is known for his scoring prowess. Speculation surrounding his absence was dramatic, but it was actually due to family matters.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Kings

The Houston Rockets are back home following a four-game road stretch, capping off a 3-1 record during that time. Houston will host the Sacramento Kings this evening, a team that has been struggling this season to put together wins despite the star power their roster possesses.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Rockets Add Tyler Smith, Part with Kevon Harris

For months, the widely held belief (and assumption) was that the Houston Rockets were going to be adding a talent (or two) during the season. This isn't exactly breaking news, for any team.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Rockets Projected to Have NBA's Easiest Schedule in December

The 2025-26 season has had highs and lows across the NBA. Injuries have played a major part, as we've seen several big name superstars go down with Injury.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

The Houston Rockets Face Its First Red Alert Of The Season

The Houston Rockets have spent the opening weeks of the season building a reputation for consistency, poise, and structure. With Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun setting the tone, the team displayed the balance required to compete at the top of the Western Conference.

Chris Paul News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 3

Should the Houston Rockets Sign Chris Paul?

In a shocking, late-night move, the LA Clippers officially waived franchise legend Chris Paul, causing quite a bit of commotion in the process. What started

Fred VanVleet News / The Dream Shake / December 3

Fred VanVleet eyeing a potential return in the 2025-2026 season

After sustaining a torn ACL and undergoing surgery in September, both fans and media alike assumed Fred would be out for the entire 2025-2026 season. However, neither Houston nor VanVleet has ruled out a possible return.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 2

Report: Rockets Expected to Adjust Roster with Two-Way Signing

The Houston Rockets made a quiet roster move this week that carries strategic implications for the rest of the season. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Rockets waived veteran Kevon Harris in order to sign young forward Tyler Smith to a two-way contract.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 2

Rockets welcome Kings after splitting first back-to-back

Nearly six weeks elapsed during the 2025-26 season before the Houston Rockets had to play their first back-to-back contests, a scheduling quirk that was objectively favorable.

Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 2

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun’s historic stat line wasted in loss to Jazz

The Houston Rockets fell short of their mission to complete a back-to-back set win over the Utah Jazz on Monday at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, but not before star big man Alperen Sengun put together an incredible individual stat line.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Reed Sheppard Earns Starting Spot in Durant’s Triumphant Return

The Houston Rockets extended their strong start to the season with a dominant 129–101 win over the Utah Jazz, and the night delivered two clear storylines.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Kevin Durant can still get buckets at 37 — but there are warning signs

Many have called Kevin Durant the most gifted scorer in NBA history. But the question now is: how much longer can he keep it going? Now 37 years old, Durant is quietly posting some of the worst offensive numbers of his career, which has been overshadowed by the Rockets’ early success.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / November 29

Rockets Announce Kevin Durant News on Saturday

The Houston Rockets have won two straight games and look like true title contenders early in the 2025–26 season. The team has shown its depth recently by getting it done on the road without forward Kevin Durant, who missed his first two games of the season due to a personal matter.

Ime Udoka News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25