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On YouTubeJack McVeigh News / The Dream Shake / May 11
Rockets 2024-2025 season in review: Jack McVeigh/N’Faly Dante 
McVeigh came to the Houston Rockets last summer on a two-way deal, holding a fine reputation as a shooter and from winning 2024 NBL Finals MVP Award. McVeigh spent the majority of the 2024-2025 NBA season with Rio Grande Valley in the G-League, playing in 34 games for the Vipers this past season.
James Harden News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11
Analyst Revisits James Harden's Rockets Breakup
The Houston Rockets are just over four years removed from the James Harden trade, which has helped forge their future as a franchise. Bleacher Report writer Dan Favale named the Harden trade request as one of the messiest superstar breakups in the league since 2010.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / May 10
Houston Rockets Offseason Plans Revealed
The Houston Rockets were one of the biggest surprises this season and they have been rumored to be one of this season busiest team because of it. At the heart of the team's success is a dynamic group of young stars who are proving they belong in the league's upper tier.
Fred VanVleet News / Athlon Sports / May 10
Rockets Push Back Deadline - VanVleet's Future in Jeopardy?
The Houston Rockets had one of their better season in recent years as they won 52-games during the regular season. Point guard Fred VanVleet was a major contributor to the success of the team.
Jalen Green News / Total Apex Sports / May 10
How Jalen Green Can Take the Next Step in 2025
The 2nd-seeded Rockets went out to the veteran-led Golden State Warriors in a shock upset. The Rockets lifted off this season from a .500 team to the 2nd best record in the West because of its young talents.
75 iconic superstar athletes wearing unusual & unfamiliar uniforms
There are indelible images of certain athletes in specific uniforms. Barry Sanders wearing the Honolulu blue and silver of the Detroit Lions, for example.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
NBA Mock Trade: Rockets Acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo In Three-Team Deal
The Houston Rockets have the chance to shake up the NBA this offseason, being involved in trade rumors for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / May 10
Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett Highlight Rockets’ Scoring Woes With Jalen Green, Recommend Superstar Upgrade
The Houston Rockets were a defensive juggernaut this season, as the team boasted stoppers at every position. Houston was able to rise from the lottery all the way up to the Western Conference’s second seed because of their defense — and despite their offense.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
Rockets Might Not Make Blockbuster Trade This Offseason
The Houston Rockets are seen by many as a team that could make a trade for a superstar talent this offseason. The Rockets won 52 games and claimed the No.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
Jabari Smith Jr. Faces Crucial Offseason With Rockets
The Houston Rockets have a decision to make soon in regards to the future of former No. 3 overall pick Jabari Smith Jr. Smith is eligible for a contract extension this offseason, but doesn't become a restricted free agent until next summer.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
Which of the Rockets’ Vets Should Be Their Priority Moving Forward?
The discussion surrounding the Houston Rockets' success this season and in the future has centered around the team's young players. While they did play a large role in the Rockets' 50-win season, the franchise has made it clear it values the contributions of the veterans on the team.
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / May 10
NBA Mock Draft: Rockets Trade with Wizards to Draft a Center
The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery is just a few days away, and the Houston Rockets — now freshly eliminated from the NBA postseason — are again hoping for good luck.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
Rockets Extension Talks Coming For Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr.
The Houston Rockets have some big decisions to make this summer in regards to two key role players. Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason were both first-round picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, making them restricted free agents following the 2025-26 campaign.
Jalen Green News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
The Jalen Green Dilemma: Do the Houston Rockets Move On This Summer?
The general reputation surrounding an NBA player doesn't reach full fruition until he gets to the postseason in front of a national or even global audience.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
The Case for Continuity: Can the Rockets Improve Without a Major Shakeup?
The Houston Rockets are entering one of the most crucial offseasons of their new era. The front office has committed to allowing the young players time to develop and grow.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
Rockets Have Tough Decisions to Make on Young Players
The Houston Rockets' offseason will be filled with many decisions, some of them tougher than others. Whether or not the Rockets decide to keep second-year pro Cam Whitmore and rookie Reed Sheppard, the No.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 8
Kendrick Perkins Says Rockets Should Target Different Star Over Giannis Antetokounmpo
The NBA season came to an end in the first round of the playoffs for the Houston Rockets as they were eliminated by the Golden State Warriors. Of course, the Rockets put together a great season that saw them enter the playoffs as the No.
Should Houston Rockets Trade for Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Should Giannis Antetokounmpo ask of out Milwaukee, the Houston Rockets have been tagged as a destination to watch out for. Houston could prepare the best trade package out of any team in the league.
Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 8
Rockets Have Major Fred VanVleet Decision This Offseason
The Houston Rockets have a big decision to make this offseason in regards to the future of Fred VanVleet. VanVleet, 31, has a team option this season that the Rockets can choose to accept or decline in order to re-negotiate a new deal.
Fred VanVleet News / Field Level Media / May 7
Report: Rockets, Fred VanVleet extend deal deadline
The Houston Rockets and guard Fred VanVleet are pushing back Friday's deadline for the $44.9 million team option in his contract, ESPN reported Wednesday.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / May 7
Ime Udoka keeping Rockets' offseason goals simple for young team
The Rockets have a very bright future.
Fred VanVleet News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Rockets trying to buy more time with Fred VanVleet decision
VanVleet’s salary number is a huge hit on the books for a team looking to improve the roster.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / May 6
'He's a dawg': Why Rockets should build around Amen Thompson, not Jalen Green
During Houston's conference quarterfinals loss to Golden State in seven games, Amen Thompson's immense potential was on full display.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Rockets Offseason Primer: Stand Pat Or Try To Land A Star? Houston Has Options
Getting bounced in the first round as a No. 2 seed will sting. But for the Houston Rockets, it also highlights just how far they’ve come — and how far they still have to go.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5
Rockets must resist urge to overpay for an aging star
Following Houston's Game 7 loss to the Golden State Warriors, GM Rafael Stone must resist the urge to overpay for a veteran star this summer.
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