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The Houston Rockets are preparing to take on the historic Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the postseason. After a season filled with ups and downs, the Rockets are moving into the playoffs playing some of their best basketball of the season.

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Breaking Down the Houston Rockets Path to the 2026 NBA Finals

Last season, the Houston Rockets finished with 52 wins and captured the No. 2 seed in a loaded Western Conference. This year, they had the same record, but the NBA got a lot more top-heavy.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

There Is One Area the Houston Rockets Should Dominate in Their Series With the Lakers

The Houston Rockets will face the Los Angeles Lakers, beginning this Saturday in Los Angeles. After their loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Rockets knew they would start the playoffs on the road.

LeBron James News / HITC / April 14

LeBron James’ series vs Houston Rockets could settle GOAT debate, says NBA analyst

The debate over the greatest basketball player of all time continues to divide opinion between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. Jordan’s six NBA titles and dominant peak remain central to his case, while LeBron’s longevity, all-around production and sustained excellence across multiple teams strengthen his argument.

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The NBA instituted the three-point line during the 1979-80 season. How many of the league leaders in three-pointers made for every season since then can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 200-three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a NBA playoff game' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Rockets' Rafael Stone has 'Regret' About Expectations Comment

The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 regular season campaign ended in similar fashion as their 2024-25 one – with 52 wins and 30 losses. That finish was viewed as a success and indication that the Rockets were on the rise, due in large part, to their stockpile of young prospects.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

3 Reasons the Rockets can Beat the Lakers

The Rockets are officially locked into a first-round series with the Lakers, which tips off on Saturday, April 18. It’s been a rollercoaster season for Houston, but they’re now primed for a postseason run with a beatable LA team standing in the way.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14

Kendrick Perkins is done with GOAT convo if LeBron’s Lakers beats Kevin Durant, Rockets

As the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for a high-stakes 2026 NBA playoff opener, one poundit has shifted the spotlight from X’s and O’s to legacy-defining stakes.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Where do the Rockets Rank in the NBA's West Playoff Power Rankings?

After an extremely entertaining regular season, the NBA postseason is finally here. Sunday's final full slate of games sealed the playoff seeding, with the Play-In Tournament starting Tuesday.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Are The Rockets Better Suited Now to Handle the Lakers Defense?

The NBA Playoffs have now arrived for the Houston Rockets, who will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a first-round series. The Rockets are the five seed

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Two Storylines to Watch in the Rockets' First-Round Playoff Series vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets' playoff opponent was made official on the final day of the regular season after the Denver Nuggets took down the San Antonio Spurs.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14

Despite Rockets' Identical Record, Kevin Durant Trade is Justified

The Houston Rockets' 2025-26 season is officially in the books. Well, regular season, that is. Houston finished with an identical 52-30 record as last season's surprising team, although this time it got them the fifth seed in the Western Conference.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Clint Capela News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Clint Capela Reaches Personal Milestone in Rockets' Rout over Grizzlies

Clint Capela’s signing last offseason was one that drew question marks, as the Houston Rockets already boasted depth at the center position. This was a team that had already established an identity of playing bully ball.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Rockets vs. Lakers Tactical Breakdown: Three ways Houston can Beat LA

The Rockets are officially set to take on the Lakers in their firs-round series, hoping to grab their first series win since 2020. It's been a rollercoaster season for Houston, which would all be made better by ousting LA from the postseason.

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Rockets Land Targeted Opening Round Postseason Matchup Vs. Lakers

Earlier in the 2025-26 NBA season, reports surfaced that the Houston Rockets were targeting a postseason matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Which did make sense, based on the Christmas Day matchup between the two teams.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 13

Four NBA coaches with their jobs on the line in the playoffs

Twenty teams survived the NBA regular season to reach the playoffs or play-in tournaments. That doesn't mean their coaches have job security.

Doc Rivers shares emotional statement after leaving the Bucks

Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs

Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups

Pistons end regular season on historic note with win over Pacers

The 'NBA players to record 40+ point games' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Rockets Playoff Preview: Lakers Pose Challenges, But Enough to Overcome Houston?

The NBA postseason is finally here, and for the Houston Rockets, it couldn't be arriving at a better time. They've been on a roll to end the regular season, having won nine of their last 10 contests, including an eight-game winning streak that saw the Rockets take down multiple playoff contenders.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Kevin Durant Effect Led to One of the Rockets' Best Offensive Seasons in Decades

The Houston Rockets concluded their 2025-26 regular season schedule on Sunday with a blowout win over the Utah Jazz despite not playing their entire starting lineup.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13

Rockets Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times, Opponents, TV Channel

The Houston Rockets are officially postseason bound, having put together a 52-30 season that landed them as the Western Conference’s No. 5 seed. It was an up-and-down season that started that way even before the first game of the season, with veteran lead guard Fred VanVleet going down with a season-ending ACL injury in an offseason workout.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 14

At 37, Rockets superstar Kevin Durant still belongs on All-NBA first team

At 37, Kevin Durant continues to defy time. In his first season with the Houston Rockets, the veteran forward delivered another elite campaign, proving he remains one of the most unstoppable scorers in NBA history.

Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups

Four NBA coaches with their jobs on the line in the playoffs

Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs

The 'Triple-Double & 5 steal NBA games' quiz

Clint Capela News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13

Clint Capela had a great story about a career first against the Grizzlies

Clint Capela has been in the NBA since 2014, but it wasn’t until Sunday that he finally made a shot from behind the arc. With the Rockets resting Kevin

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / April 12

Rockets rest starters, rout short-handed Grizzlies

Clint Capela produced a double-double in his third start of the season while Tari Eason and Reed Sheppard combined for 39 points as the host Houston Rockets closed the regular season with a 132-101 victory over the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 12