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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 16
Practice Report Day 2: Houston Rockets Continue Their Preparations for Game 1
The Houston Rockets returned to practice Thursday to prepare for their first-round matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. They held their first session of the week on Wednesday, with insights from Head Coach Ime Udoka and Kevin Durant.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 16
Amen Thompson's Growth Should Help Lead The Rockets
The Houston Rockets are one step closer to the start of the postseason, and their preparation for the Los Angeles Lakers must include their offensive gameplan to get downhill and attack the Lakers paint defense.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 16
The Rockets’ Rotation Adjustment that Could Define Series vs. Lakers
The Rockets’ impending postseason series is one of the more interesting, with the fourth-seeded Lakers taking on Houston undermanned. Many expect the Rockets to advance past the first round for the first time since 2020, but an up-and-down season as a whole does offer pause.
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 16
Ime Udoka Names 5 Players Who Will Defend LeBron James In Lakers-Rockets Series
The Houston Rockets will be the lower seed in their first-round NBA Playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. They ended the season 52-30 as the No.
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.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
Series Schedule is Released Ahead of Rockets-Lakers Postseason Opener on Saturday
The opening round of the 2026 NBA postseason is nearing. It's only a matter of days. The play-in tournament is ongoing and hasn't finished yet, however, it's been highly entertaining.
Marcus Smart News / Yardbarker / April 15
Marcus Smart vows Lakers won't get punked by Rockets in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the NBA playoffs on fumes, and they know it.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
Practice Report: Rockets Prepare for First Round Series Against Lakers
The Houston Rockets have known for a few days who their first-round matchup would be and where it would take place. The Rockets finished as the number five seed in the Western Conference.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
The Rockets Need More Consistency From Jabari Smith Jr.
The Houston Rockets will hit the road out west to start the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers. With injuries and team construction, the Lakers might be starting the series with a deficit.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
Rockets' Kevin Durant and Group Purchase Former Six Flags Site in Maryland
Kevin Durant pays homage to his hometown roots every opportunity he gets. Even when it goes largely unnoticed. Durant partnered with Nike to gift Jackie Taylor, the daughter of DC legend and former Washington Commanders standout safety Sean Taylor, her own custom colorway of the 'KD 18' shoe.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Rockets’ Kevin Durant drops mic on how LeBron, Steph, Harden, Russ continue to set gold standard
Amidst the twilight years of generational superstars such as Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James, Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry, Sacramento Kings All-Star Russell Westbrook, and Cavs’ James Harden, Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant is thoroughly impressed.
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.
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
Reed Sheppard May Be the Key to the Rockets' Postseason
The Houston Rockets are in the NBA Playoffs for back-to-back seasons, and although the regular season records were equivalent, the teams were quite different.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
Rockets' Clint Capela is Impressed by Consistency of Nuggets' Nikola Jokic
Houston Rockets big man Clint Capela is coming off his biggest game of the 2025-26 NBA season. The 11-year veteran reserve big man even hit a three-pointer, for the first time in his NBA career, which was a big moment, as one can imagine.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 15
NBA Playoffs: Biggest Matchups to Watch in Rockets vs. Lakers
Back in March, the Los Angeles Lakers rattled off two straight wins in Houston against the Rockets, and at the time, both teams' fate looked to be decided.
J.J. Redick News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
NBA Playoffs: JJ Redick Reveals Key to Lakers vs. Rockets
As heavily favored as the Houston Rockets are against an injury-riddled Los Angeles Lakers squad heading into the first round of the NBA playoffs, nothing is guaranteed.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Rockets' Clint Capela Likes Upside of Hawks' Jonathan Kuminga
Houston Rockets center Clint Capela knows what it's like to be a young, unheralded prospect, while trying to make it in the NBA. Proving your worth isn't always easy.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Underrated Matchups That Could Define The Rockets' First Round Matchup
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.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
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’ 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.
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.
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.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant get absolutely hyped after fan drains $10k shot
The Houston Rockets have had a steady year, and they’ll be entering the playoffs as the No. 5 seed facing the Los Angeles Lakers. Kevin Durant has been the engine of the team this season, and they’ll be looking upon him to lead them through the playoffs.
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.
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