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The next time the Houston Rockets step on the hardwood, they'll look drastically different from the team that last suited up in Game 7 of the opening round of the playoffs.

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The Rockets Don't Need to be Carried by Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are expected to be on a short list of NBA contenders after acquiring Kevin Durant, along with some other depth veterans. NBA fans and pundits have placed significant importance on Durant's arrival: some believe he's the missing piece to make Houston a contender, while others think he won't elevate Houston past other contenders.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Rockets versus Thunder on Opening Night Could Be Best Game of NBA Season

NBA fans have already been made aware of a handful of games for the 2025-26 season. ESPN's Shams Charania recently reported the league's Christmas Day slate, and the Houston Rockets are featured against Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Former Rockets Fan Favorite Lauds Amen Thompson's 'Freak Athleticism'

Amen Thompson entered the 2023 NBA Draft with major questions. How long would it take him to be NBA ready? Would he be able to thrive as a floor general without a jumpshot?

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The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Photo of Liz Cambage and Kevin Durant Draws Attention

A recent photo featuring Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant and former WNBA star Liz Cambage has set social media ablaze. The snapshot, first shared on Cambage’s Instagram Story, shows the two basketball stars smiling together.

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The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson Ranks Among Top Ten Shooting Guards

This offseason, analysts and fans have raved over the star potential that Rockets wing Amen Thompson has after becoming the seventh player to notch a First Team All-Defensive NBA honor at the age of just 22 years old.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 12

Kendrick Perkins Says Kevin Durant Should Skip Thunder Ring Ceremony On Opening Night

Kendrick Perkins doesn’t think Kevin Durant should stick around to watch the Oklahoma City Thunder’s big night. Speaking on ESPN, the former NBA big man

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Why Rockets Should Take Cautious Approach to Kevin Durant's Playing Time

After James Harden forced his way out of Houston at the beginning of 2021, the Houston Rockets decided to go all-in on the youth movement as they leaned heavily into a complete rebuild.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Rockets Labeled with Three Sneaky Weaknesses by ESPN Analysts

Coming off a breakout 52-30 season, the Houston Rockets followed it up with what many consider to be a near-perfect offseason. Adding superstar Kevin Durant and 3-and-D wing Dorian Finney-Smith, bringing back fan-favorite Clint Capela, retaining Steven Adams and Fred VanVleet and extending Jabari Smith Jr.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Offseason Power Rankings: Houston Rockets and the Southwest Division

Last season, the Houston Rockets won the NBA's Southwest Division outright on their way to a playoff berth as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

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The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz

The 'NFL single-season reception leaders' quiz

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'MLB active hits leaders' quiz

Hakeem Olajuwon News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Houston Rockets Legend Named NBA's Greatest 7-Footer of All-Time

Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon has always been regarded as one of the greatest big men ever to grace the game of basketball following a decorated 18-year career in the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

CBS Sports Says Rockets Have Best Future Draft Capital

From a historical standpoint, the Houston Rockets have always been active on the trade front, regardless of who's been at the helm. Whether it be Carroll Dawson, whether it be Daryl Morey, or whether it be Rafael Stone, all of them have been unafraid to swing big.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

The Rockets Share All The Traits Of A Contending Team

When the Houston Rockets acquired Kevin Durant earlier this offseason, they felt they were making one of the final moves to launch the team into the league's upper echelon.

Jalen Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Ex-Rockets Guard Listed Among NBA's Most Overrated Players

In many respects, Jalen Green was drafted No. 2 overall to be the Houston Rockets' replacement for James Harden. The Rockets had dealt Harden six months prior to the 2021 NBA Draft, which was headlined by Green and Cade Cunningham. Evan Mobley was also an option for Houston, but the franchise opted for Green's sheer ability to score instead.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 11

Rockets' Biggest Threats for an NBA Championship This Season

No team has gained more hype this NBA offseason than the Houston Rockets. While many organizations have made moves this summer, the Rockets started the offseason with a major splash, and have continued to get better and gain steam as a title contender for the 2025-26 season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 11

Houston Rockets Following a Certain Championship Formula

Bill Simmons, a former ESPN analyst and CEO of The Ringer, published The Book of Basketball in 2009, one of the most famous books regarding the sport. Although published in 2009, one topic Simmons discusses has reflected incredibly well on the NBA in 2025.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11

Rockets taking tough negotiating stance with superstar

Fifteen-time All-Star Kevin Durant has received the maximum salary whenever he's wanted it during his NBA career. That might not be the case if he re-signs with the Houston Rockets.

Every Rockets fan’s second favorite team in 2025-26

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The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'Most three-pointers in one NBA season' quiz

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 11

Kevin Durant Raises the Profile of Entire Houston Rockets Organization

For the last several seasons, the Houston Rockets have been an afterthought when it came to nationally televised games and coverage. Since James Harden

Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11

2 way-too-early Houston Rockets trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Houston Rockets have never been shy about making bold moves, but the 2025 offseason took that to an entirely new level. After pulling off a jaw-dropping seven-team trade to land Kevin Durant, general manager Rafael Stone effectively pushed all his chips to the center of the table.