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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / July 30
Rockets could have one of NBA’s best starting lineups 
The Houston Rockets are expected to sport a starting lineup featuring Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Sengun for the upcoming season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 29
Predicting the Houston Rockets Best Closing Lineup
The Houston Rockets should enter next season in a much stronger position than they were a year ago. The Rockets are expecting to be healthier next season as Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams return to the lineup.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 29
Magic Johnson Explains Why Rockets Will Be ‘Dangerous’ Next Season
This NBA offseason has brought notable change to the Western Conference. It came with the departures of LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard, while LaMelo Ball, Ja Morant, and Walker Kessler found new teams.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 28
Should the Houston Rockets Target James Harden in Free Agency?
In a summer that has brought the moves of LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Jaylen Brown, the Houston Rockets have had a quiet offseason. The Rockets’ main free agent signings include Marcus Smart, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Julian Phillips, and Oscar Tshiebwe.
20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s
An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.
Tari Eason News / The Dream Shake / July 28
What we learned about the Rockets this offseason
Now that LeBron James has finally chosen the team he will, in all likelihood, finish his career with, all the major signings, trades, and additions have been made for this offseason.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun sets record straight on misguided Kevin Durant narrative
Kevin Durant had an anti-climactic ending to his first season with the Houston Rockets. He could not do anything but watch the Rockets get eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the playoffs due to a knee injury.
Alperen Sengun News / HITC / July 28
Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun reveals reason he no longer opens X
The social media landscape isn’t always kind to athletes, and Alperen Sengun shared his tough experience on X. Houston Rockets fans had big expectations for their team last season, but Alperen Sengun and his co-stars failed to live up to those.
Magic Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 27
Magic Johnson has strong Rockets prediction for loaded West
Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are gearing up for an intriguing 2026-27 campaign. NBA legend Magic Johnson provided his thoughts on the team’s chances.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 27
After Free Agency, the Rockets Belong in Which Tier in the NBA's West?
The Houston Rockets had a disappointing season last year, and it's easy to see why. Injuries derailed their season, but this next season they have legitimate playoff expectations in a very competitive Western Conference.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 27
Jonathan Kuminga's agent has poor recent history with clients
Restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga spent all of last summer trying to escape the Golden State Warriors before signing a one-year deal with a team option.
Tari Eason News / The Dream Shake / July 27
Why Rockets dull offseason may not be a bad thing
The Houston Rockets have not made as much of a splash this summer as they did last year, when they acquired Kevin Durant in a blockbuster trade with the Phoenix Suns.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 27
1 undrafted Rockets 2026 NBA Summer League star who could make roster
More often than not, the difference between a very good NBA team and a legitimate title threat comes from discovering contributors hiding in plain sight.
Julian Phillips News / The Dream Shake / July 25
Rockets sign forward Julian Phillips
The Houston Rockets continue to fill out their roster in anticipation of training camp, as it was announced yesterday that they signed free agent forward Julian Phillips to a non-guranteed deal.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25
Kevin Durant sends profane message to LeBron James' critics
Kevin Durant came to LeBron James’ defense against critics who did not like James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.
Kevin Durant slams LeBron James’ haters after 76ers decision divides fans
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant took to social media to share his reaction to LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers. LeBron is the No. 1 talking point in the basketball world right now after announcing his decision to join the 76ers for the 2026-27 season.
Julian Phillips News / Hoops Rumors / July 24
Rockets Sign Julian Phillips
The Rockets have officially signed free agent forward Julian Phillips, according to a team press release. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but it appears likely to be a non-guaranteed contract, given Houston’s cap and roster situations.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / July 23
Rockets Re-Sign Jae’Sean Tate To One-Year Contract
The Rockets have re-signed veteran forward Jae’Sean Tate, they announced today in a press release. According to Varun Shankar of The Houston Chronicle (Twitter link), Tate received a one-year, minimum-salary contract that includes a partial guarantee.
Isaiah Crawford News / Hoops Rumors / July 23
Rockets Re-Sign Isaiah Crawford
Isaiah Crawford, the last remaining two-way restricted free agent on the market, has officially re-signed with the Rockets, the team announced in a press release.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22
Rockets poach a cult hero coach from the Thunder
Kevin Durant’s current team is raiding the cupboard of his former team. The Houston Rockets are hiring Chip Engelland to serve as an assistant coach, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Wednesday.
Chip Engelland News / Hoops Rumors / July 22
Rockets Hiring Chip Engelland As Assistant Coach
Veteran assistant coach Chip Engelland is leaving the Thunder to take a position as an assistant coach with the Rockets under Ime Udoka, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / July 22
Kevin Durant hit with surprising trade rumor narrative
Adding Durant has done little to help the three teams he's played for since he left the Bay Area.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / July 17
NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Hawks, Peyton Watson, Thunder
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet believes he’s on track to be back on the court this fall. Speaking with Erik Horne of Andscape, VanVleet said he expects to be available for Houston’s preseason schedule as he continues recovering from the torn ACL and meniscus that sidelined him throughout the 2025-26 season.
Bruce Thornton News / The Lead / July 16
Rockets’ Bruce Thornton Is Checking Every Box at NBA Summer League
The Rockets didn’t have a first-round pick in the 2026 Draft. Instead, they traded up as far as they could into the second round to draft Bruce Thornton at pick No.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / July 8
Could Kevin Durant be the next NBA superstar to be on the move?
Durant's first season in Houston was a disappointment. Could he be the next NBA superstar to be on the move?
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