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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / January 19
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Sixers
Houston is almost exactly where the projections said they would be, and that is part of the reason the grade lands here. That would be a B-plus, according to ESPN’s latest midseason rankings.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
The Rockets And The Spurs Have Taken Different Paths This Season
The Houston Rockets have dropped some places in the Western Conference standings after one of its ugliest stretches as a team. They couldn't replicate any of their best qualities as they fell to three-straight losses against a few teams the Rockets are significantly ahead of in the standings.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Rockets Likely to Pass on Darius Garland, LaMelo Ball, Chris Paul
The Houston Rockets have several needs and holes on the roster. There's not a question about that. But every team could use something. Although the severity of the need varies from team to team.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Amen Thompson Has Been One of the Few Rockets Who Has Thrived Since December
The Houston Rockets have struggled since the start of December. After a 13-4 start to the season, the Rockets have had to deal with multiple injuries and a much more demanding schedule, featuring more back-to-backs and longer road trips over the last month and a half.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
Houston Rockets News / BasketballNews.com / January 19
Kevin Durant continues to make history, pass Dirk Nowitzki for 6th all-time scoring list
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant added another historic milestone to his Hall of Fame resume on Sunday night, moving into sixth place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list by passing Dirk Nowitzki during Houston’s 119-110 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Rockets Willing to Part with Draft Capital for 'Right Upgrade'
The Houston Rockets have had a roller-coaster of a season. Yet, they find themselves fifth in the Western Conference standings, with a 24-15 record. It's been ugly at times.
Steven Adams News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Rockets' Steven Adams Diagnosed With Ankle Sprain in Win vs. Pelicans
The injury bug has bitten the Houston Rockets all season long, starting before 2025-26 even kicked off. Despite a solid 25-15 record, they've had to deal with roster changes across the board, and Sunday's 119-110 win over the New Orleans Pelicans came with another scare.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Rockets Received Calls on Tari Eason, Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela
The NBA trade deadline is February 5th. Contending teams will be scouring the market, in hopes of identifying reinforcements and/or roster improvements.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / January 19
Jabari Smith Jr. breaks out of slump, leads Rockets to 119-110 victory over Pelicans 
Jabari Smith Jr. had been slumping, no doubt. Badly enough that his poor peformances had been directly related to at least a few losses, and some fans had been growing impatient with the 22-year-old’s development.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 19
Kevin Durant passes Dirk Nowitzki, moves into sixth on scoring list
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant scored 18 points on Sunday night to pass Dirk Nowitzki and move into sixth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list. Durant made two free throws with 15.2 seconds left in Houston's 119-110 home win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Steven Adams News / Fadeaway World / January 18
Steven Adams’ Latest Injury Diagnosis After Rockets Center Collapses, Gets Carried To Locker Room
In an unfortunate update for the Rockets, Steven Adams went down writhing in pain during the fourth quarter of their clash tonight against the Pelicans.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 18
Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant power Rockets past Pelicans
Jabari Smith Jr. scored a season-high 32 points, Kevin Durant moved into sixth place on the career scoring list and Amen Thompson provided support with an all-around display as the Houston Rockets claimed a 119-110 victory over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 18
The Houston Rockets’ Best Trade Target
Just 5-5 in their last 10 games, the Houston Rockets (24-15) have fallen adrift outside the Western Conference’s top four. With the trade deadline (Feb.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
3 Rockets Who Are Reportedly Drawing Interest From Other Teams,Should They Make A Deal?
The Houston Rockets entered the season with expectations of competing for an NBA championship following the acquisition of Kevin Durant. The Rockets got off to a flying start, but they have just a .500 record since December 1.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Why Rockets Are Steering Clear Of These Star Guard Trades
The Houston Rockets don’t have a starting point guard. Well, they do – 2019 championship veteran Fred VanVleet. But he can’t exactly take point while sitting out the season with injury.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / January 16
'They Need All-NBA Sengun': Kendrick Perkins Offers Solution to Rockets’ Offensive Woes
It has not been a straightforward season filled with fulfilled expectations for most teams around the NBA, and the Houston Rockets can now be added to that list.
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