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The Rockets Are At Their Lowest Point As Other Teams Climb
The Houston Rockets never expected to be in this position this season. Even with the injury to Fred VanVleet, Houston still held belief that the team could hold on and be a major factor in the Western Conference with growth from the young players and the addition of Kevin Durant.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12
Kevin Durant, Rockets ruthlessly trolled by Kings after ugly loss
The Houston Rockets have encountered a bit of turbulence as of late, losers of four out of their last five games to slip to play-in territory in the Western Conference.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 12
The Houston Rockets Have Been a Below .500 Team Since December 1
The Houston Rockets have hit a rough patch in their 2025-26 season. Since the start of December, up until Sunday's loss in Sacramento, the Rockets have been below-.500 team as they have dealt with everything from a demanding schedule to injuries and, overall, poor play on the court.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 12
Rockets' Tari Eason, Reed Sheppard Rank Among NBA's Most Improved Shooters
The 2025-26 Houston Rockets have proven capable of beating anyone. Or at least staying in the game with anyone. The Rockets snagged a victory over the Denver Nuggets when Denver was at full strength not too long ago.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Houston Rockets News / 5 GOATs / January 12
Report: Houston Rockets couldn’t find Sacramento hotel, drove from San Francisco
The Houston Rockets are suddenly facing adversity they hadn’t encountered earlier this season. And there’s no signs of it slowing down. Houston’s slide continued Sunday night with a 111-98 loss to the Sacramento Kings, marking the Rockets’ third straight defeat and their fourth loss in the last five games.
Reed Sheppard News / The Dream Shake / January 12
It’s time for the Rockets to unleash Reed Sheppard 
What have they got to lose? Besides a lot of games against lottery teams, that is. It’s getting frustrating, isn’t it? I tried to warn against panic. Perhaps that was projection.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 12
Danny Green Claims Kevin Durant is Second Only to Michael Jordan, Paul Pierce Disagrees
The term ‘unicorn’ gets thrown around a lot in the NBA, but we’ve really never seen anyone like Kevin Durant. The Slim Reaper is one of the most unguardable players to ever lace them up.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 12
Rockets' Kevin Durant Makes Appearance on NBA's MVP Ladder
To many, the Houston Rockets' decision to trade Jalen Green for Kevin Durant was a rushed move. Durant was 36-years-old and displayed a recent pattern
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 12
Rockets Drop in Bleacher Report's Latest Power Rankings
The 2026 NBA calendar year has gone about like the rest of the season for the Houston Rockets. Up-and-down. Topsy-turvy. Roller coaster. Okay, you get the point.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 12
Rockets continue to struggle on the road, lose to the Kings 111-98
The Rockets offense had been putrid without Alperen Sengun in the lineup, so going into Sunday’s game against the Sacramento Kings, Rockets fans were hopeful his return to the lineup would set things right.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Total Pro Sports / January 12
Watch: Dorian Finney-Smith Sparks Wild Altercation After Hard Foul During Kings–Rockets Clash
The Sacramento Kings had a solid 111-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in their recent matchup. By improving their overall record to 9-30, the team is moving forward to face their next rival, the Los Angeles Lakers, tonight.
Ime Udoka News / Fadeaway World / January 12
Ime Udoka Bites The Bullet After Rockets’ First Three-Game Losing Streak And Unravels Own Shortcomings
Sunday night’s 111-98 loss to the Sacramento Kings is a regrettable one for Ime Udoka and the Houston Rockets. Having notched their first losing streak (three consecutive losses) of the 2025-26 season, the Rockets find themselves in an unfamiliar position.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 11
Rockets Lose 3rd Straight Game After 98-111 Loss To Kings; Time To Panic?
The Houston Rockets need to get back to the drawing board. They have dropped their third game in a row, losing to the Sacramento Kings 98-111 after losing back-to-back games against the Portland Trail Blazers.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 11
The Rockets Learning How To Win In Unideal Circumstances
The Houston Rockets started off the season with their best possible scenarios. They already knew they weren't getting Fred VanVleet back this season, and that Dorian Finney-Smith would take some time to return from his injury.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 11
The Houston Rockets Free Throw Shooting Has Cost Them Two Games in a Row
The Houston Rockets, coming into the season, were seen as one of the NBA's championship contenders, especially after trading for Kevin Durant in the offseason.
Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 11
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun gets surprise injury designation vs. Kings
The Houston Rockets have lost three of their last five games, and they’re looking to get back on track against the Sacramento Kings. One of the reasons for their underwhelming play over the past few games is because of the injury to Alperen Sengun, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury.
Ja Morant News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 11
Should the Rockets Change their Stance on Ja Morant?
Trade season is alive and well in the NBA. In fact, there's only a month before the league's February 5th trade deadline. Well, less than a month, actually.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 11
Rockets' Star Forward Questionable to Play vs. Kings
With one-time All-Star Alperen Sengun out of the lineup due to injury, the Houston Rockets have now suffered three losses in four tries, two of which came back-to-back in Portland.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 11
Ime Udoka Experimenting With Lineups Will Help Rockets Right Ship
The Houston Rockets have been clutching at straws to scrape together wins lately. They’re still viewed as a top team in the competitive Western Conference.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / January 10
Rockers star Kevin Durant passes NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain on all-time list
Kevin Durant didn't need to add more to his resume to cement his legendary status, but he did it nonetheless.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 9
Three trade destinations for Grizzlies' Ja Morant
Three years ago, it felt like Ja Morant would be a member of the Memphis Grizzlies for life. But after injuries, scandals, disappointing postseasons and a coaching change, the Grizzlies are considering trade offers for their two-time All-Star guard.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / January 6
Kevin Durant had message for Suns after sinking them with game-winner
Durant spent the last two-plus seasons with the Suns before being traded to the Rockets.
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