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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 29
The NBA’s tanking reforms are unfair (no matter how they affect the Rockets) 
In recent years, I’ve come to wonder whether I’m on the autism spectrum. Then again, I kind of think everyone’s on the spectrum now. That could be selection bias – I’m mildly autistic, so I gravitate to mildly autistic people.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 29
What a Kyrie Irving trade looks like for Rockets
The Houston Rockets are being floated as a team to watch in the blockbuster trade market this offseason. Last summer, the Rockets traded for Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns, acquiring him for Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green, and the number 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, which was used to select Khaman Maluach out of Duke.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Ball Movement Is The Key To The Rockets' Offense
Near the end of the regular season, the Houston Rockets found some success offensively by moving the ball quickly and allowing each of their decision makers to have the opportunity to make decisions every possession.
The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Coach of the Year winners since the 1979-80 season can you name in five minutes?
Josh Okogie News / The Dream Shake / May 28
Should Rockets re-sign Josh Okogie?
The Houston Rockets are evaluating their future when it comes to veteran shooting guard Josh Okogie. Okogie, 27, signed with the Rockets on a one-year minimum deal in the offseason and turned out to be a bargain for the team.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Ime Udoka Makes Interesting Analogy for Rockets' Point Guard Growth
Arguably the biggest issue for the 2025-26 Houston Rockets was the point guard situation. The injury to Fred VanVleet obviously created most of that problem, but even then, the Rockets lacked depth at the position.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Underrated Players the Rockets Should Monitor in NBA Free Agency
The Houston Rockets are entering the offseason with plenty of questions. They had a disappointing 2026 playoffs that ended in the first round for the second straight year, despite high expectations with Kevin Durant on the roster.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Will Amen Thompson's All-Defensive Snub Affect his Contract Extension with the Rockets?
The Houston Rockets are expected to strike a contract extension with Amen Thompson this offseason. The franchise is very high on the 23-year-old, and rightfully so.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Inside the Numbers: How the Rockets Fared in the League's Top Awards
The NBA announced their awards over the last week, as the postseason is winding down and the 2025-26 calendar year is nearing an end. The MVP award went
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 28
Mock Draft: Rockets Land Underrated Wing in Second Round
Next month’s NBA Draft will present a great opportunity for teams to upgrade their rosters with relatively team-friendly contracts. The top of the draft class is rich and loaded with players capable of single-handedly elevating the stakes of a franchise.
Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / May 28
Kevin Durant already facing trade speculation after one year with Rockets
The Houston Rockets took a major swing by trading for Kevin Durant. Now, despite the move barely settling in, some around the league are already wondering how long the partnership could actually last.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
Tari Eason News / Athlon Sports / May 27
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Quiet Offseason Situations That Could Pay Off Big
The best fantasy basketball values usually do not arrive with sirens. They show up quietly. A coach hints at playing faster. A veteran backup leaves in free agency.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 27
NBA Western Conference Finals Expose What the Rockets Are Missing
There is a clear gap right now between the top two teams in the Western Conference and the rest of the competition. It seems like the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs are on another level.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 27
Rockets' Potential Second-Round Draft Target Announces Return to College
The Houston Rockets own two second-round picks in next month’s NBA Draft, as the Rockets own the 39th pick and the 53rd pick. It’s unclear what the Rockets will do with their selections.
Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / May 27
Rockets 2025-2026 season in review: Kevin Durant
“The Rockets are realistic championship contenders after this trade – and that’s the whole reason the deal happened.” – Tim McMahon “This elevates them to championship contention… Wouldn’t surprise me at all to see them in the Western Conference Finals… The Houston Rockets are instant title contenders.” – Stephen A.
Houston Rockets News / The Lead / May 27
The Rockets Have to Swing for Giannis Antetokounmpo
With one stunning blockbuster, the Rockets could stop building toward a window and leap through it. There is a version of this Houston Rockets offseason that looks a lot like the last one.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 26
Rockets Interested in WNBA Legend Tina Thompson Following Layoff with Blazers
Last week, the Portland Trail Blazers were marred by organization-wide layoffs by new Blazers owner Tom Dundon, as the new owner seeks to cut costs on the operational side.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 26
Can The Rockets Make Their Spacing Work With No Changes?
The Houston Rockets seem committed to keeping their core rotation together into next season, meaning they're expecting improvement from the players currently on the roster.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 26
Rockets’ Kevin Durant’s All-NBA Selection Illustrates Rare Sustained Brilliance
Houston Rockets superstar forward Kevin Durant was named to the All-NBA team on Sunday, which wasn’t a surprise at all. Durant officially made the Second
NBA News / Trade Talk Sports / May 26
James Harden Eyeing a Return to the Houston Rockets?
James Harden is no stranger to switching teams; however, it sounds as if he might be looking to head back to where he spent the majority of his career and had the utmost success.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 26
Kevin Durant Makes More History With Latest All-NBA Selection
Kevin Durant added yet another historic accomplishment to his legendary career this past weekend. While his first season in a Houston Rockets uniform didn't end the way he would've liked, there were still some incredible milestones Durant achieved.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 26
Rockets Could Offer Kevin Durant or Alperen Sengun in Pursuit of Celtics Star Forward
The Boston Celtics had shown a lot of promise this season. Unfortunately, despite a lot of expectations, the team could not get past the initial phase of the postseason.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25
Rockets’ Kevin Durant moves past Michael Jordan, Bill Russell, Stephen Curry in All-NBA history
Kevin Durant just passed three of the greatest players in basketball history. Let that sink in. With his latest All-NBA selection, Durant moved ahead of Michael Jordan, Bill Russell, and Stephen Curry on the all-time list, cementing his place among the most decorated players the league has ever seen.
Kevin Durant News / HITC / May 25
Kevin Durant’s historic All-NBA feat adds twist to Rockets future debate
Kevin Durant has reached another individual milestone, even as debate continues over his broader impact. Since leaving Golden State, every stop has come with title expectations and plenty of scrutiny.
Victor Wembanyama News / Yardbarker / May 21
The NBA will never be the same after Victor Wembanyama’s masterpiece
There are nights when you watch an NBA playoff game and you can literally feel the tectonic plates of the league shifting through an individual player's first legendary performance.
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