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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / December 26
'I’m Just Grateful For Every Matchup We Have' – Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant Relishes Latest Christmas Matchup Vs. LeBron James
Last night’s matchup between the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers marked the 44th meeting between Kevin Durant and LeBron James, and the two
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 26
Rockets spoil Christmas for the Lakers and win big, 119-96 
It’s been a rough road trip for the Houston Rockets, with three overtime losses and blowout loss to the Clippers. Heading into Thursday’s Christmas Day matchup with the Lakers, Rockets fans were hoping to see them make a statement on the big stage.
Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26
Rockets’ Tari Eason drops ‘amazing’ truth bomb on getting start vs. Lakers
Tari Eason has carved out a consistent role for the Houston Rockets as one of the spark plugs off the bench. While he is not as heralded as Alperen Sengun, Kevin Durant, and Amen Thompson, Eason has no problem being under the radar.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
JJ Redick goes off on Lakers players after ugly Christmas Day loss to Rockets
JJ Redick did not mince words in his assessment of his Los Angeles Lakers’ holiday performance.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 25
Rockets Spoil the Party: Houston Dominates Lakers on Christmas Day 119-96
Christmas in Los Angeles is supposed to be a spectacle. The stars are out, and the Lakers are usually the ones delivering the gifts. But the Rockets had other plans.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 26
Lakers play like Grinches on Christmas for third straight loss
Christmas is supposed to be the time for giving and sharing. That's not how the Los Angeles Lakers have treated the ball this holiday season.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 25
Rockets give Lakers coal in Christmas night blowout
Amen Thompson scored 26 points and Kevin Durant added 25 as the visiting Houston Rockets led wire-to-wire in a 119-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in a Christmas Day matchup on Thursday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Three Takeaways As Rockets Bounce Back on Christmas Day Against Lakers
It has been a nightmare stretch recently for the Houston Rockets. Four of the last five games were not just simple losses. From overtime blunders, late-game meltdowns and underwhelming displays, the Rockets encountered major questions about whether they truly have what it takes to capably compete for a title this season.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Dorian Finney-Smith Available for Rockets' Christmas Day Battle vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets are looking to get back on track after a rough stretch of basketball through December. This month, they're 4-6, ranking 23rd in defensive rating and 29th in turnover percentage.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 25
Rockets need to call Mike D’Antoni to help fix the offense
The Houston Rockets have hit a skid. (Even if Kevin Durant wants to downplay it). The Rockets have dropped four of their last five contests and have lost to each of the bottom-four teams in the Western Conference this month. It gets worse.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
The Rockets' Christmas List Includes More Connected Offense
The Houston Rockets have some glaring issues with their game plan as they have struggled to consistently pick up wins this season. Houston's inabilty to create open shots for their most effective players has led to their downfall, as Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun have had to put on a hero cape to lead Houston's offense in most games.
JD Davison News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
JD Davison's Time on the Rockets Could be Coming to a Close Soon
The Houston Rockets have been short-handed at the point guard spot for years. Fred VanVleet has taken on the mountain share of minutes since leaving the Toronto Raptors and coming to Houston.
Yao Ming News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
The Rockets Are Coming Full Circle in Their Christmas Matchup Against the Lakers
The Houston Rockets have had a long tradition of playing on Christmas Day. The Rockets have played on Christmas Day since their first season in the NBA, even before they became the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Several Rockets Questionable for Christmas Bout with Lakers
Tonight, the Rockets face off against the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA’s Christmas Day slate. Houston is in desperate need of a pick-me-up game, having suffered five losses in their last seven tries.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Kevin Durant Sees Silver Lining in Spite of Rockets' Recent Slide
Kevin Durant has always been a man of perspective. He seemingly always keeps his cool. Even when being cursed out and singled out by the loquacious Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors several years back.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25
Rockets’ Dorian Finney-Smith trending toward season debut on Christmas vs. Lakers
On Thursday evening, the Houston Rockets will hit the floor on the road for a Christmas night matchup against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Beyond Loyalty: Why Terrell Owens and the NFL’s Elite Defended Kevin Durant’s Move to the Warriors
In the high-stakes world of professional sports, few moves have been as divisive as Kevin Durant’s 2016 departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder to join the Golden State Warriors.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Amen Thompson Places Blame on Himself for Rockets' Recent Struggles
The Houston Rockets have hit rock bottom lately. At least based on the expectations placed on them entering the season. Which were valid for a team that finished second in the Western Conference and added an all-time great in Kevin Durant.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / December 25
Dorian Finney-Smith Could Make Rockets Debut Today
Veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith could make his Rockets debut today when Houston faces the Lakers. He’s listed as questionable to play, according to Real GM.
Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24
Rockets HC Ime Udoka jabs Clippers while blasting his own team after embarrassing loss
On Tuesday evening, the Houston Rockets suffered their second straight puzzling loss with a road defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Clippers. Just two days after dropping a game against the lowly Sacramento Kings, the Rockets were unable to bounce back against the 8-21 Clippers, ultimately falling by a final score of 128-108.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Kevin Durant, Reed Sheppard lead Rockets to convincing win over Nuggets
Just one game after blowing a massive first-half lead, the Houston Rockets bounced back in a major way with a 115-101 win over the Denver Nuggets.
Ime Udoka News / Hoops Rumors / December 17
Ime Udoka fined $25K for comments about officiating
The NBA has fined Rockets head coach Ime Udoka $25K for his public criticism of the officiating.
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