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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 8
Why Kevin Durant's Comments About Dorian Finney-Smith Were Misconstrued
The Mind the Game Podcast has offered basketball fans a rare glimpse into the lens of one of the game's greatest players in LeBron James. The NBA's all-time leading scorer discusses the intricacies of the game, including different types of sets, different types of screens, and the difference between the current era and former eras.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / July 8
When Charles Barkley Kissed a Donkey on TV After Losing a Bet Over Yao Ming
Yao Ming being chosen as the No. 1 pick by the Houston Rockets in the 2002 Draft turned many heads in the NBA community — not because there was no talent or skill.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 8
Suns GM Reveals Reason For Kevin Durant Trade to Rockets
The Phoenix Suns kicked off the NBA offseason with a bang as they made a blockbuster trade with the Houston Rockets. Of course, that trade involved them sending superstar forward Kevin Durant to Houston in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, five second-round picks and the No.
The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz
Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / July 7
Rockets 2025-2026 NBA Preseason schedule 
Houston gets four warmup games to build momentum for heading into the regular season. Well, the first chances to possibly see Kevin Durant and the new and improved Houston Rockets have officially come out.
Jalen Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
How Should Rockets Fans Remember Jalen Green's Tenure with the Franchise?
The Kevin Durant trade has recently been made official after the Houston Rockets originally agreed to trade for the Phoenix Suns in exchange for the superstar back in June.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 7
Hawk waive former first-round pick
The Hawks have requested waivers on David Roddy, the team announced today in a press release. Roddy, who was on a two-way contract, was sent from Houston to Atlanta in the record-setting seven-team Kevin Durant trade on Sunday.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
Do Houston Rockets Have More Offseason Moves to Make?
The Houston Rockets have been one of the more active teams on several fronts this offseason, be it trading, signing and more. They’ve made numerous moves to bolster their squad, jumping up to the second-best odds to win the NBA title next season, only behind the now-reigning champion Thunder.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
Houston Rockets General Manager Rafael Stone Talks Kevin Durant and Offseason
Since the start of the offseason, the Houston Rockets have been the most active team in the NBA. Since the end of the regular season, the Rockets have made several high-profile moves, including the signings of Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams, the extension of Ime Udoka and Jabari Smith, and a trade for Kevin Durant.
Reed Sheppard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7
Rockets’ Reed Sheppard issued challenge from GM entering Year 2
The Houston Rockets are going to be one of the teams to watch for next season. The trade for Kevin Durant could potentially put them over the top as the best team in the Western Conference next season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
Houston Rockets: Clint Capela, Dorian Finney-Smith Contract Details
The Houston Rockets have been one of the most talked-about teams in the NBA offseason after free agency and trade season sent the league into a whirlwind in late June and early July.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / July 7
Jeff Teague Explains Why Kevin Durant Is Better Than Carmelo Anthony
Former NBA All-Star Jeff Teague believes Kevin Durant and Carmelo Anthony are two of the best scorers in NBA history. But in a head-to-head meeting, Teague has his money on the Rockets forward.
Reed Sheppard News / The Dream Shake / July 7
Rockets release 2025 NBA Summer League roster and schedule
Reed Sheppard headlines the Rockets Summer League roster for the second year in a row The Houston Rockets released their 2025 NBA Summer League roster and schedule, and unsurprisingly, Reed Sheppard is the headliner.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Jordan Spieth Didn't Hesitate to Name the Kevin Durant of Golf
Jordan Spieth is enjoying a break after withdrawing from the Travelers Championship in June. His wife, Annie Verrett is due this month, and the Spieth family is excited to welcome their new fourth member.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / July 7
Who is Uros Trifunovic? Houston Rockets add Serbian Cup winner to Summer League roster
The Houston Rockets have a new name battling to earn a place on their stacked roster. A busy free agency and trade period has seen the Houston Rockets add Kevin Durant, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Clint Capela to their roster.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / July 7
Kevin Durant Delivers Epic Response On Why He Doesn't Have More 50 And 60-Point Games
Kevin Durant is arguably the most complete scorer in NBA history and finds himself at eighth on the all-time scoring list with 30,571 points. For all of his scoring prowess, though, Durant surprisingly has a career high of just 55 points.
Jalen Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
The Rockets' Separation From Jalen Green Could Benefit Both Parties
The Houston Rockets have been the talk of the summer after making a big move involving their top scorer from this season and a former MVP. Houston packaged Jalen Green with Dillon Brooks and draft assets to acquire Kevin Durant to help the Rockets reach the next tier of contending NBA teams.
Cam Whitmore News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
Did the Houston Rockets Win or Lose the Cam Whitmore Trade?
As expected this offseason, the Houston Rockets traded away 20-year-old wing Cam Whitmore after loading up at the forward position, which would have put the former first overall pick even lower on the depth chart.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 7
Rockets Depart with David Roddy in Part of Historic Trade
For the past week, rumors circulated media that the Rockets' trade for Kevin Durant would likely be a massive trade with a lot of moving pieces, as it became a historic seven-team deal.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / July 7
The Fantasy Impact of the New-Look Houston Rockets
Throughout the offseason, the Houston Rockets have made extreme improvements to their roster. This included a trade for Kevin Durant, signing Dorian Finney-Smith, and re-signing Steven Adams.
Jalen Green News / Fastbreak on SI / July 6
NBA Star Jalen Green Reacts To Suns-Rockets Trade
Jalen Green had spent the first four seasons of his NBA career with the Houston Rockets. That said, the former second-overall pick was officially traded to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6
The move Houston Rockets still must make in 2025 NBA free agency
To say the Houston Rockets had a strong offseason is a major understatement. The Rockets transformed themselves into a legitimate contender with the trade for Kevin Durant.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6
Kevin Durant shares message for Suns after completion of trade
Kevin Durant has officially been traded to the Houston Rockets, and the two-time NBA Finals MVP took to social media on Sunday to say farewell to his former team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6
Wizards get a steal by landing 20-year-old scorer via trade
The Washington Wizards are embracing their rebuild. On Saturday, they acquired Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets. Washington sent out two future second-round picks as part of the deal.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6
Wizards may have gotten next breakout star in trade with Rockets
Cam Whitmore is coming home — and he might just be Washington’s next breakout star.
Jabari Smith News / Yardbarker / June 30
Rockets got a deal on young big man
He averaged 12.2 points and seven rebounds while shooting 35.4 percent from three-point range during a season where he suffered a broken hand and lost his starting spot.
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