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The Rockets Are Right Back In The Race For A Top Seed

Whatever ground the Houston Rockets lost during a difficult stretch of the season so far, they've started to gain back after a stretch of quality play and the return of some injured players.

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Three Things to Watch for as Rockets Take on Nets

Tonight, the Houston Rockets take on the Brooklyn Nets, hoping to grab a fourth-straight win. After suffering a few losses to lowly West teams, Houston has now rebounded, and taken care of business against several tough opponents.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 1

NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Thunder, Jalen Williams, Knicks

After dropping five of seven, Houston has steadied itself again, writes ESPN’s Michael C. Wright. The Rockets have rattled off three straight wins, pushing their record to 20-10.

Steven Adams News / The Dream Shake / January 1

Steven Adams injury has Rockets feeling light at center

On Monday night, Houston Rockets center Steven Adams sprained his right ankle shortly before halftime. initially Adams went to the locker room, but it was later ruled that he would not return for the rest of the game.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 1

Three New Year’s Resolutions for Rockets fans

As we close the book on 2025 in the Bayou City, there is much to celebrate. The Houston Texans have clinched a playoff spot and still have the possibility of winning the AFC South Division title for the third straight season, all after starting the season at 0-3.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 1

USA Today Ranks Rockets as NBA's Sixth-Best Team

The 2025-26 NBA season has seen a considerable amount of injuries. It's been a battle of attrition, already. The Houston Rockets have had guys in and out of the lineup, forcing Rockets coach Ime Udoka to employ seven different starting lineups.

Kevin Durant News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Respect Pours In as Kevin Durant Announces $10M for Second-Largest Maryland County

Just two weeks ago, Kevin Durant heartwarmingly said, “I’m trying to do so much in my community where I grew up.” While the NBA legend stacks more and more achievements on the court, be it 31,000 points or his career earnings surpassing $501 million, his motivation to help others never fades.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 31

Five Out – Year End Edition

The NBA season is about 40% complete, but 2025 is over, or nearly over, everywhere around the world. I hope you’re doing something more fun than writing a year end article, but worse things than year end articles happen at sea.

Dorian Finney-Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Dorian Finney-Smith is Ready to Come off Minutes Restriction for Rockets

Dorian Finney-Smith was a prized free agent pick up for the Houston Rockets over the summer. Sure, Houston's splash offseason move was the Kevin Durant

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Rockets Take Negative Turn in Latest Stock Watch

The Houston Rockets are currently riding a three-game winning streak, with signature, convincing victories over the Los Angeles Lakers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers. Granted, two of those teams, the Cavaliers and Pacers, aren't world beaters, even in the Eastern Conference.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Ime Udoka Offers Clarity on Rockets' Lineups and Rotations

Ime Udoka's lineups have undergone constant change this season. Well, really ever since he arrived in 2023. Some of the rotations that he's trotted out haven't always been the best.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Rockets Land Three College Standouts in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The 2026 NBA Draft is just under six months away, and the Houston Rockets don't have a need for young talent. At 20-10, they're competing for a championship, which means that the only concern regarding June is the NBA Finals.

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Alperen Sengun News / Field Level Media / December 31

Alperen Sengun, hot-shooting Rockets take on Nets

Alperen Sengun sat out with a calf injury and enjoyed the sight of others stepping up as the Houston Rockets built a massive lead and produced one of their best shooting performances of the season on Monday.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Rockets' Wings Give Houston A Competitive Edge

Since the return of impact wings Tari Eason and Dorian Finney-Smith, the Houston Rockets have looked like a more complete team, capable of taking care of business against weaker teams and beating higher-seeded teams in the Western Conference.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31

Kevin Durant Month of October Has Been Special for the Houston Rockets

Throughout Kevin Durant's Hall of Fame career, he has been one of the NBA's best players. On every team he has been a part of, he has been a top offensive player and a go-to player in the clutch.

Houston Rockets News / Stadium Rant / December 31

Dear Houston Rockets, Not All Superstars Are Worth The Gamble—Even Giannis

As first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have engaged in discussions about the two-time MVP and one-time NBA champion’s future with the franchise.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 30

How Rockets’ Kevin Durant is helping Jabari Smith Jr unlock his offensive game

Despite the Houston Rockets’ recent troubles with closing out games, Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. led their team in a 126-119 win against the Indiana Pacers.

Steven Adams News / EssentiallySports / December 30

What Happened to Steven Adams? Rockets Star Exits Pacers Game With Injury

The Houston Rockets were already shorthanded on bigs heading into tonight’s game against the Indiana Pacers, and now the team has faced another setback.

Ime Udoka News / NBA Analysis Network / December 28

Houston Rockets have a ‘smart guy’ who gives their team a ‘paramount’ advantage, says Ime Udoka

Ime Udoka spoke glowingly about one of their veteran players on the Houston Rockets who gives the squad an edge. The Houston Rockets are proving themselves to be genuine contenders this season, after yet another win this weekend over the Cleveland Cavaliers.