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Rockets' Kevin Durant Draws Criticism for Perceived Lack of Leadership

The Houston Rockets have had an on-court leadership void this season in a major way. Which shouldn't be too much of a surprise. At least if you consider the construction of Houston's roster. Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet were the team's vocal leaders dating back to 2023.

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Amen Thompson Illustrates Gravity of Fred VanVleet's Absence for Rockets

This season has been a career year for Amen Thompson. The Houston Rockets do-it-all prospect has rose to the occasion and been willing to step up and take on whatever has been asked of him.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26

Two Things to Watch as the Houston Rockets Take on the Magic in Orlando

The Houston Rockets, after starting February 3-3, have rattled off three wins across their last four games. They've come against some of the NBA's bottom feeders, but nonetheless, they're looking for their third win in a row tonight against the Orlando Magic.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26

Reed Sheppard's Role Is Due For An Increase For The Rockets

After Fred VanVleet went down with an injury before the seasons began, the Houston Rockets title contention chances have seemed to fluctuate along with the team's overall performance.

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The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Kevin Durant News / The SportsRush / February 26

ESPN Analyst Claims Kevin Durant’s Statement on International Basketball Felt Like 'Racist Victim Hood Mentality'

Kevin Durant’s name has once again been connected to an alleged burner account on X. But this isn’t the only bit of controversy the two-time NBA champion has found himself in.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26

Views from the Game: The Houston Rockets destroy the Kings 128-97

The Houston Rockets were looking for their second straight win on their mini two-game home stand after a blowout win over the Utah Jazz Monday night. The Rockets welcome another team at the bottom of the standings, the Sacramento Kings, who recently snapped a 16-game losing streak.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26

Rockets Get Starter Back from Injury Ahead of Magic Bout

On Thursday, the Rockets are set to take on an Eastern Conference foe in the Orlando Magic, hoping to grab their third win in a row amid a standings ascent.

Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26

Ime Udoka basically tells Pat Riley to shove it with suit mic drop

This past weekend, the Los Angeles Lakers honored the legendary Pat Riley with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena. But during the festivities, one of the biggest soundbites to come from the event was Riley suggesting that NBA coaches should go back to wearing a suit and tie for games.

Houston Rockets News / The Spun / February 26

Jay Williams Calls Out Kevin Durant For 'Racist' Comment

Houston Rockets megastar Kevin Durant made waves this week while responding to critics of the USA basketball development system and he has a number of people disappointed in him - including Jay Williams.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / February 26

Jabari Smith Jr. has broken his slump with recent stretch for Rockets

Whether you’re a fan of Jabari Smith jkr. or still wish Houston drafted Paolo Banchero or Chet Holmgren, there’s no denying that Jabari Smith seems to have turned a corner after struggling for a stretch earlier this year.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 26

Rockets Drawing Postseason Criticism from Recent Stretch

The Houston Rockets have been struggling a bit of late. Sure, they beat the Utah Jazz in Monday night's game, but it's still the Jazz — even though they've beaten the Rockets before this season.

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NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / February 26

'He’s an Amazing Shooter' – Houston Rockets Guard Catches Fire From 3-Point Range in Blowout Win Vs. Sacramento Kings

Reed Sheppard was the Houston Rockets’ leading scorer in their 128-97 home victory against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday evening, as the former third overall pick went nuclear from three-point range.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26

Rockets’ Ime Udoka reveals key to Reed Sheppard’s monster game vs. Kings

The Houston Rockets took home a convincing 128-97 victory over the lifeless Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night even with Amen Thompson taking the night off due to a quad injury, thanks in large part to a dominant performance from Alperen Sengun that saw the Turkish star record his third triple-double of the season.

Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun joins top-10 NBA history in decimation of Kings

The Houston Rockets made quick work of the hapless Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. They already had a 27-point lead at halftime, and as a result, there wasn’t much need for some of their best players, including Alperen Sengun and Kevin Durant, to play extended minutes.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / February 25

Rockets blowout the Kings at home, 128-97

When the Houston Rockets took a 77-50 lead into the half against the Sacramento kings on Wednesday night, anyone who thought to themselves, “It’s over.” hasn’t watched Rockets basketball this season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 26

Kings' DeMar DeRozan joins top 20 on NBA's all-time scoring list

Wednesday's game became a typical night for the Sacramento Kings during the 2025-26 season... they lost and lost in blowout fashion.

Pistons' Cade Cunningham bolsters MVP case in big win over Thunder

LeBron James addresses Luka Doncic’s decision after missing game-winner

Magic's fortunate bounce exposes the cracks within Lakers

Jonathan Kuminga reacts to Warriors question after explosive Hawks debut

Warriors' Brandin Podziemski literally rebounding from slump

Stephen A. Smith goes all-in on backing Kevin Durant in USA-Europe debate

Amen Thompson News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Rockets Coach Shares Amen Thompson Injury Update on Wednesday

The Houston Rockets dominated the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, 128–97, with three players scoring 20-plus points. Reed Sheppard led the way with 28 points, while Kevin Durant added 21.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / February 25

Alperen Sengun, Reed Sheppard fly Rockets past Kings

Alperen Sengun recorded his third triple-double of the season, and Reed Sheppard scored a game-high 28 points while making only his seventh start as the Houston Rockets cruised to a 128-97 victory over the visiting Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / February 25

Stephen A. Smith goes all-in on backing Durant in USA-Europe debate

Stephen A. Smith goes all-in on backing Kevin Durant in USA-Europe debate

Durant called out the narrative that America is falling behind Europe in player development.

Kevin Durant reveals huge sum he got paid to do commercial making fun of his legs

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NBA News / Field Level Media / February 24

Rockets vow to let defense keep fueling offense vs. Kings

While the Houston Rockets remain entrenched as a top-10 team in both offensive and defensive ratings, there have been moments this season where effectiveness on one end of the court impacts the other.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Rockets' Tari Eason Under Fire After Vince Williams Jr. Suffers Scary Knee Injury

The Western Conference heavyweight Houston Rockets met the Utah Jazz on Monday night, with the contest ending in a one-sided, 125-105 win for head coach Ime Udoka's team.

Ime Udoka News / Fadeaway World / February 24

Ime Udoka Calls Out Rockets’ Careless Ball Handling Despite Blowout Win Over Jazz

The Rockets managed to defeat the Jazz 125-105 despite committing a season-high 26 turnovers in the blowout win. After the game, their head coach, Ime Udoka, spoke to the media and addressed what led to this strange outcome tonight.

Tari Eason News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25

Tari Eason’s dirty hit causes Jazz guard to suffer gruesome leg injury

Utah Jazz guard Vince Williams Jr. suffered a gruesome-looking leg injury Monday after taking a shot from Houston Rockets swingman Tari Eason. The injury occurred during a Rockets fastbreak opportunity early in the second quarter at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / February 24

Jabari Smith Jr. puts up 31 as Rockets rumble past Jazz

Jabari Smith Jr. scored a game-high 31 points, Kevin Durant and Tari Eason chipped in double-doubles and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 125-105 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Monday.

Kevin Durant News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23

Kevin Durant reveals huge sum he got paid to do commercial making fun of his legs

A reputation for having crusty skin hilariously scored Kevin Durant a massive bag courtesy of skincare brand CeraVe. Millions of fans have seen Durant’s commercial with CeraVe, dubbing him the “New Face of Legs.” The ad showed Durant rubbing moisturizer on his legs, which were lengthened to comical degrees in the 30-second spot.