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Rockets in NBA's Top Tier in The Athletic's Latest Power Rankings

At 9-3, the Houston Rockets are off to a hot start this NBA season. After beginning 0-2, they've won nine of their last 10 games, posting the top offensive rating in the league and still locking opponents on defense like last season.

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What to Watch for in Rockets vs Cavaliers

The Houston Rockets are back on the road this afternoon as they travel to Rocket Arena to face off against the No. 2 team in the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 19

Rockets' Alperen Sengun Predicted as Early All-Star Selection

Houston Rockets All-Star center Alperen Sengun has scored at least 20 points in six of his last seven games this season, in addition to nabbing ten or more rebounds in seven of his last eight games.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / November 18

NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Nets

Houston still doesn’t have Fred VanVleet, but you wouldn’t know it by watching the offense. The Rockets are sitting atop the league in offensive rating at 123.4, and it hasn’t looked fluky for a single night.

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The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

How many of the 30 players in NBA history to score in double-figures at least 1,000 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 18

The New Rockets Still Have Same Old Identity In Gutsy Win

The Houston Rockets gutted out a difficult win over the Orlando Magic in their last matchup, knocking down a few big shots and making clutch plays to deliver an overtime victory over a likely playoff participant.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 18

Rockets Practice Report: Houston Prepares for Matchup With Cavaliers

The Houston Rockets have been on a roll since starting the season 0-2 the Rockets are winners of eight out of their last nine games. The Rockets latest win was their toughest of the season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 18

Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future

A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?

LeBron James, Steph Curry reveal whether they will play in 2028 Olympics

USA Basketball announces the roster for World Cup qualifiers

NBA makes an admission about no-call on James Harden's three-pointer

Key NBA players who have made leaps during the 2025-26 season

The 'Team USA men's basketball gold medalists' quiz

Kevin Durant News / Bleacher Report / November 18

Watch: KD on if he sees defenders when he shoots (via @OfficialRockets)

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 18

Rockets Rise in NBC Sports' Latest Power Rankings

It's far too early in the 2025-26 NBA season to draw any long-term takeaways. We're not even a quarter of the way in. With that being said, it's not too early to take mental notes and make observations.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Three Overlooked Injuries That Could Shake Up the West

In the NBA, most teams begin the season with optimism. And then, an unexpected absence can snap a team back to reality. It doesn’t have to be a star player.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 18

Former Rockets Star Expresses Frustration Over 'Effortless' Nikola Jokic

Denver Nuggets superstar center Nikola Jokic has been an inspiration to many, as he presents a unique ensemble of skills, talents, and abilities. In fact, Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has drawn motivation and inspiration from Jokic.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 18

Rockets’ Reed Sheppard Is an Early Sixth Man of the Year Candidate

When Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone was asked about Reed Sheppard's role with the team entering year two in the NBA, he was very blunt. After a rookie season with limited opportunities, everyone within the organization knew how important he was going to be with a revamped roster.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / November 18

Kevin Durant’s reaction to Reed Sheppard during Magic game spoke volumes, ex-NBA player claims

Kevin Durant showed something in his interaction with Houston Rockets star Reed Sheppard that he hasn’t done with many other previous teammates. The Houston Rockets continued their impressive start to the NBA season on Sunday night, when they defeated the Orlando Magic in overtime.

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The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

Kevin Durant News / Hardwood Heroics / November 18

'I Trust Him a Lot Right Now' – Houston Rockets Star Lauds Kevin Durant’s Clutch Performance Vs. Orlando Magic

The Houston Rockets recorded a 117-113 win against the Orlando Magic last Sunday night, as Kevin Durant hit the game-icing midrange jumper with less than 10 seconds left in overtime.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 17

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun opens up about growing relationship with Kevin Durant

Houston Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun has no reservations over handing the ball to Kevin Durant at the end of games. After Durant scored 30+ points in two Rockets victories against the Portland Blazers (140-116) and against the Orlando Magic in overtime, Sengun knows Kevin’s preparation and track record in clutch situations.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / November 17

Ex-Rockets fan favorite continues to make news for wrong reasons

Patrick Beverley has been in the headlines quite a bit since his last NBA season in 2023-24, and generally for non-basketball reasons. Just last week,

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 17

Rockets Labeled 'Legit Title Contender' Amid Hot Start

The Houston Rockets' 117-113 win over the Orlando Magic last night should tell NBA fans most of what they need to know about this team. The Rockets were down for a good chunk of the game, but found a way to force overtime and turn it up on the offensive end to pull out a victory.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 17