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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 30

The internet wants James Harden to return to the Rockets

If you’re thinking to yourself, “This headline is ridiculous!” … you’re right. It is. It should go without stating that there are no credible sources that suggest the Rockets have any interest in James Harden returning to Houston.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 30

Can the Rockets Really Hang With the Thunder?

Outside of a 121-119 road loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on November 5, the Oklahoma City Thunder's tightest game came on opening night against the Houston Rockets.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

Is The Houston Rockets’ Bizarre 2025-26 Schedule A Trap?

The Houston Rockets will finally begin their first back-to-back of the 2025-26 NBA season on Sunday afternoon. It’s not the only quirk of Houston’s schedule so far, either.

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 30

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Jazz

Houston is back on the road following their Thanksgiving break, having won two straight contests as they come into their matchup against the Utah Jazz.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 30

Rockets Rank Second in Latest Power Rankings

The Houston Rockets are off to a stellar start to the 2025-26 season, sitting fourth in the Western Conference with a 12-4 record. All told, the Rockets lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Detroit Pistons, San Antonio Spurs and Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Rockets Add Clippers, Nuggets to Schedule Following NBA Cup Elimination

The Houston Rockets have been eliminated from the NBA Cup after posting a 2-2 record through group play. They'll miss out on the chance to compete in Las Vegas for the second year in a row after losses against the Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs.

Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / November 29

Kevin Durant set to return as red-hot Rockets visit Jazz

The Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz both come into Sunday's matinee in Salt Lake City riding some positive momentum. Houston, powered by one of the best

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Rockets' Alperen Sengun Listed on NBA.com's Latest MVP Ladder

At 12-4, the Houston Rockets are riding high on both sides of the floor. One of the NBA's top teams on both offense (122 rating) and defense (111.1) is looking like a legitimate title contender.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Is Rockets' Kevin Durant No Longer a Top-10 Player?

Recently, the NBA has undergone a changing of the guard. The mainstay superstars of old have been replaced. Better yet supplanted. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James doesn't get mentioned as a top-five player anymore.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Rockets' Alperen Sengun Won't be Able to Ditch 'Baby Jokic' Nickname

The sign of arrival for an athlete is oftentimes getting a nickname. Not everyone gets one. But there's also levels to nicknames. "Half Man, Half Amazing" is a cool nickname.

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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 29

The Rockets triangle offense of the future

Some sports writers are sports experts. Some are writing experts. Those who are both are few and far between, and there’s a decent chance their name rhymes with (Tic) Tac Toe.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Praises Reed Sheppard's Development

It's safe to say that the Houston Rockets have found a viable replacement for Fred VanVleet in the form of a committee. With the veteran floor general out for the season due to a torn ACL, the Rockets have turned to players such as Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, and most importantly, Reed Sheppard.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 29

Houston Rockets’ Defense And The NBA’s Rising Foul Rate

Houston Rockets fans have much to be thankful for so far this season. Even with the addition of immaculate scoring talent Kevin Durant, few had them pegged as the number-two offensive rating in the league.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 28

Rockets Not Expected to Target Trade Amid Reed Sheppard's Emergence

There was mild concern regarding the Houston Rockets when Fred VanVleet tore his ACL before the season started. The Rockets, who already lacked a viable guard rotation heading into 2025-26, lost their veteran floor general, which meant they were expected to turn to a committee featuring Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Josh Okogie.