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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
The Double-Big Lineup Is Still A Staple For The Rockets
The Houston Rockets are finalizing their lineups to begin the season, determining which groups of players are effective together and when they should enter the game.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
One Team Could Offer Rockets a Much-Needed Point Guard
Through the preseason, the Houston Rockets have been trying to work out the kinks post-Fred VanVleet injury. The absence of few players could’ve sent a seismic shift across Houston roster, but the team’s veteran lead guard was one of them, being a primary handler and play-maker.
Jabari Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
The Houston Rockets Jumbo Lineup Open the Door for Jabari Smith’s Big Game
The Houston Rockets were back in action Wednesday night as they traveled to Birmingham, Alabama, to take on the New Orleans Pelicans in preseason game three.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
Rockets Superstar Kevin Durant Gets Slighted in Yahoo Sports' Latest Rankings
The Houston Rockets surprised virtually everyone in 2024-25. In just the second year of Ime Udoka's coaching tenure in Houston, the team won 52 games and finished second in the Western Conference, ending their postseason drought.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
Houston Rockets Could Look to Trade Market for Guard Help
It may seem like the Houston Rockets built themselves into a contender over the offseason. But it was instead done over the last half-decade. Trading for Kevin Durant and signing a myriad of talented rotational players in the offseason put the team into a new stratosphere.
Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / October 15
NBA Analyst Proposes Houston Rockets Make Bold Trade To Replace Fred VanVleet
The Houston Rockets entered the season with championship aspirations, but a devastating injury to their floor general, Fred VanVleet, has cast a shadow over their title hopes.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15
Kevin Durant shuts down ex-NBA player’s ‘unsolicited’ advice to Amen Thompson after preseason fight
The Houston Rockets maintained their perfect start to the NBA preseason. The Houston Rockets were part of a high-octane matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans, but ultimately walked away with a 130-128 win.
Houston Rockets News / FirstSportz / October 15
Watch: Amen Thompson Throws Punches At Jose Alvarado In Feisty Rockets Preseason Game
There is just a week left before Amen Thompson will start his 3rd season in the NBA, this time alongside superstar Kevin Durant and his Rockets teammates, who are billed to be championship favorites.
Tari Eason News / Last Word On Sports / October 15
Houston’s Hopes Rise After Thrilling Strike on Preseason
The energy in Houston is starting to feel different. On Tuesday night, the Rockets pulled off a dramatic 130–128 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, and it wasn’t just another preseason victory.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 14
Three Takeaways from the Rockets’ Win Over Pelicans
On Tuesday night, the Houston Rockets played in their third preseason game, facing off against the New Orleans Pelicans. Behind strong performances from a trio of Rockets in Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson and Tari Eason, Houston cruised to a first-half lead and eventual win, reaching deep into the rotation in the final frame.
Brawl Breaks Out During Rockets-Pelicans Preseason Game
There were fireworks during Tuesday night's preseason game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Houston Rockets. During the second quarter of the game, Rockets forward Amen Thompson got into an altercation with Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 15
What Happened Between Amen Thompson and Jose Alvarado? Rockets-Pelicans Fight Heats Up Preseason Game
The drama is already unfolding, even with a full week still left before the season officially tips off. On Tuesday, the Rockets face the Pelicans for their third game, following wins over Atlanta and Utah.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 14
Rockets Have Less Than One Week to Give Tari Eason a Contract Extension
Throughout the 2025 NBA offseason, Tari Eason's contract extension was a point of concern among Houston Rockets fans, but it never dominated headlines.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / October 14
Rockets to Cut Ties With $122M Star as Kevin Durant’s Future in Houston Hangs in Balance
The Houston Rockets are heading into the third game of their 2025 preseason slate. With a hope of keeping their winning streak intact, Kevin Durant & Co.
Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Kevin Durant Eyes Historic Milestone with Rockets
The Kevin Durant scoring chase has officially entered historic territory. After joining the Houston Rockets in one of the most shocking offseason moves in years, the future Hall of Famer is not just aiming another deep playoff run: he’s chasing immortality.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Houston Rising Stars Shine in NBC 2030 Projections
The Houston Rockets’ rising stars are getting national recognition again. NBC Sports’ “Fantasy Basketball 2030” projections featured Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson as players expected to dominate the league over the next five years.
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