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On YouTubeKevin Durant News / Total Apex Sports / December 9
Kevin Durant is Glitching Reality: Why His Trainer Says the 37-Year-Old is Just Getting Started
Let’s be real for a second. If you told me five years ago that a 37-year-old Kevin Durant would be running up sand dunes like a teenager and voluntarily taking a pay cut to help the Houston Rockets build a superteam, I would have told you to put down the controller and touch grass.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 9
Dorian Finney-Smith nearing his season debut for Rockets 
The Houston Rockets made a number of large acquisitions during the previous summer. What one individual considers a spectacular acquisition may not be the same for another.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
Rockets Slide in NBA.com's Latest Power Rankings
A big reason why the Houston Rockets have dropped to the fourth seed in the Western Conference is that they simply haven't played enough games to tack on wins.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Durant News / EssentiallySports / December 9
Kevin Durant’s Trainer Drops Key Health Update That Can Impact His $90M Rockets Decision
The Houston Rockets bet $90 million that a 37-year-old Kevin Durant could still be a championship team’s cornerstone, and his trainer’s latest update suggests it might be the safest bet in the NBA.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
Latest Giannis Antetokounmpo-Rockets Mock Trade Gives Bucks a Massive Haul
The Houston Rockets are comfortable with a 15-6 record to start the 2025-26 season. However, that still can't seem to keep them out of trade rumors regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
How Should The Rockets Assess The Start To Their Season?
The Houston Rockets are in the midst of an extended regular season break as the NBA Cup moves into the elimination rounds. Looking back on their start to the season, they are likely satisfied with their ability to score and win games at a high level.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
Despite Loss, Jabari Smith Jr.'s Good Game Adds to His Career-Best Season
The Houston Rockets, playing the second night of a back-to-back and without their top two centers in Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams, knew it would be tough to come away with their 16th win of the season.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
Rockets' Tari Eason Gets Finality in Feud with Warriors' Draymond Green
Draymond Green knows how to make enemies. Since joining the NBA, the Golden State Warriors forward has gotten into feuds with a number of people. Green even gets into altercations with ex-players.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 8
How Much More Could Kevin Durant Move up on the NBA’s All-Time Scoring List?
Kevin Durant is widely regarded as one of, if not the most talented, scorers in NBA history. Simply put, the Slim Reaper gets buckets, and he has the numbers to back it up.
The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history
Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 7
Rockets Are Getting Lengthy Break Amid a Weird Schedule
The Houston Rockets have had arguably the strangest schedule in the NBA to start the 2025-26 season. Yes, every team will end up hitting 82 games. But the early months of the season have given Houston more time off than any other team in the league.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 7
The Rockets Aren't Immune To Letdown Losses
The Houston Rockets have improved in several ways this season. Their shooting is much better which has led to a high-performing offense. They are also improving defensively as the season progresses.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 7
Should The Rockets Go Star Hunting Via Trade?
Despite their Saturday night loss to the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets still look like one of the top teams out West. However, now that their bizarre schedule is finally evening out, they’ve dropped to the fourth seed.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 7
Kendrick Perkins and Channing Frye praise Kevin Durant, ‘the greatest…’
Kevin Durant passed 31,000 points on Friday night in a game against the Phoenix Suns. He continues to climb the all-time scoring rankings, which have boosted his reputation as one of the greatest scorers in NBA history.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 7
Short-handed Rockets drop another back-to-back, 122-109 to Mavs
The Houston Rockets went into Saturday’s game with the Dallas Mavericks pretty short-handed. Alperen Sengun was out due to illness. Steven Adams sat for the back-to-back.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 7
Rockets Theorized as Trade Destination for James Harden Amid Clippers' Struggles
The Houston Rockets were sent scrambling a bit prior to the start to this season when starting point guard Fred VanVleet went down with a fateful ACL tear. Rockets coach Ime Udoka has moved Amen Thompson to the point guard spot, and although he has court vision, he's playing out of position.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / December 7
'Love of the Game': Kevin Durant Breaks Down His Approach to Scoring 25 PPG for 17 Years Straight
One of the best and most consistent scorers in NBA history, Kevin Durant is still going strong at the age of 37. It’s only now though that his longevity is being celebrated and people are realizing that the numbers he’s put up year after year are simply extraordinary.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 6
Rockets Suffer Worst Loss Of The Season In 13-Point Beatdown Against Mavericks: Instant Analysis
On the second night of a back-to-back, the Rockets walked into Dallas hoping to steady themselves after a long week, only to walk out with their most lopsided loss of the season.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 6
Three Takeaways As Houston Rockets Take Tough Loss Against Mavericks In Dallas
The Houston Rockets couldn't get the job done this Saturday night, absorbing a rough 122-109 loss against the Dallas Mavericks. It needs to be noted that the Rockets have played their second back-to-back in the last seven days.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 6
Clippers' James Harden joins rare NBA scoring club
James Harden doesn't often come to mind when listing the top players in NBA history. But there is one thing you can't doubt about Harden: The man can score with the best of them.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 6
Checking In On Rockets’ Jumbo-Ball 'Point Guard'
The Houston Rockets have been experimenting this season. Faced with the season-long absence of starting point guard Fred VanVleet, the Rockets have been playing jumbo ball.
Kevin Durant News / EssentiallySports / December 6
Kevin Durant Makes Priorities Clear After Reaching 31K-Point Milestone in Suns Vs. Rockets
Kevin Durant closed the night with a milestone earned through his trademark touch. Shot by shot, he inched toward a mark reached by only seven players before him.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / December 6
Kevin Durant joins elite club on milestone night for the all-time great
Kevin Durant did what he does best on Friday night — score in an efficient manner while leading his team to victory.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 4
Rockets Inch Closer to Key Injury Returns
The Houston Rockets continue to navigate a season shaped by strong play on the court and a series of difficult injuries off it, although the latest information provides a much-needed dose of optimism.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4
Rockets Alperen Sengun gets real about Steven Adams’ presence
Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun is having a career year, averaging 22.8 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 7.3 assists while helping his team secure a 14-5 record.
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