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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
Rockets Have Interest in Pelicans Jose Alvarado Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Houston Rockets have been the subject of trade speculation all throughout the season. Well, actually, before the season even started. Part of it is because the Rockets are always active at the deadline, seemingly.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Rockets’ comeback win over Spurs reveals key to rediscovering identity
For the Houston Rockets, Tuesday night’s 111-106 win over the San Antonio Spurs felt like more than just a victory. While it did help propel Houston to the fourth seed in the Western Conference and move them within two and a half games of the Spurs for the No.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
The Rockets Have No Margin For Error In Crowded West
There are many teams in the Western Conference that are right in the thick of things as the season enters its second half. The Houston Rockets find themselves in the middle of it as they attempt to hold on to their meager half-game lead as the No.
The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
In the Tough Western Conference Every Regular Season Game Is Important
Going into last season the Houston Rockets were seen as a team on the rise but not someone who could challenge the top teams NBA. They had finished 41-41 the prior season and even though it was a league best 19 game improvement it still wasn't good enough to get the Rockets into the playoffs.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
The One Deadline Move the Rockets Should be Prioritizing
The Rockets haven’t yet lived up to expectations this season. They were anointed as a true contender by many prior to season’s start, featuring notable
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Rockets’ guard trade targets, Ja Morant unlikely
In the wake of the season-ending injury to Fred VanVleet before the season began, the Houston Rockets have reportedly been in the market for guard help in the weeks leading up to the NBA trade deadline.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / January 22
Rockets Gauging Dorian Finney-Smith’s Trade Value?
Houston is exploring the trade market in search of a potential backcourt upgrade, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, who hears from sources that the Rockets have looked into what sort of return they could get for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and second-round draft capital.
Victor Wembanyama News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
Rockets Draw Praise for Defense on Spurs' Victor Wembanyama
On Tuesday night, the Houston Rockets faced off against the San Antonio Spurs for the second time this season. In the previous match, the Rockets kept the game relatively close through and through.
Steven Adams News / The Dream Shake / January 22
Rockets Steven Adams out indefinitely with grade 3 ankle sprain 
The Houston Rockets’ third-ranked offensive attack hinges heavily on their ability to outmuscle opponents on the offensive glass. Houston’s 16.1 offensive rebounds pace the league.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
ESPN's Kendrick Perkins: Rockets Alperen Sengun was a Monster Against Spurs
The Houston Rockets’ recent woes were major cause for concern, as they were losing games to opponents that aren’t on the same tier as them. But then again, you are what your record says you are.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22
CBS Sports Gives Rockets 'B' as Midseason Report Card Grade
Tuesday night's victory over the San Antonio Spurs easily ranks as the Houston Rockets' biggest victory of the season. Especially when considering how
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 21
The Rockets Are Gaining Offensive Momentum At The Right Time
The Houston Rockets haven't had the January they were hoping for when they entered the new year on a four game winning streak. Some difficult losses against weaker teams including a three game losing streak made things seem a little bleak for Houston.
Reed Sheppard News / Field Level Media / January 21
Reed Sheppard hopes for continued spark as Rockets visit Sixers
Reed Sheppard isn't the best player on the Houston Rockets, but right now he just might be their most important. Sheppard aims to continue his strong play of late when the Rockets visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 21
Rockets' Young Core Questioned in ESPN's Latest NBA Power Rankings
The Houston Rockets have gotten back into a rhythm after a month-and-a-half stretch that can only be described as 'brutal.' From Dec. 1 to Jan. 15, they went 10-11, suffering from a noticeable lack of defensive pressure and inefficient offense.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21
Rockets’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that boosts title chances
The Houston Rockets had the best offseason in the NBA. They traded for Kevin Durant and Clint Capela in a seven-team deal bigger than any trade before it.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 21
Rockets Get Back to the Basics and Shut Down the Spurs in the Second Half
The Houston Rockets have had an interesting first half of the season to say the least. It started with devastating injury news before the season began, as they learned Fred VanVleet, their floor general, would miss most, if not all, of the season with a torn Achilles.
Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / January 21
Reed Sheppard’s Takeover Sparks Rockets Win Over Spurs
For most of the night, the Houston Rockets were reacting instead of dictating. The San Antonio Spurs controlled pace early, shot the ball confidently, and played with a level of comfort that suggested the game was unfolding on their terms.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / January 21
Houston Rockets Center Out Indefinitely In Nightmare Scenario
Bad injury news tends to arrive at the worst possible time, as one Houston Rockets center is out for the foreseeable future. Just as the team continues
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 20
Rockets steal one from Spurs thanks to 4th-quarter rally
Reed Sheppard scored 12 of his 21 points off the bench in the fourth quarter to help spark the Houston Rockets to a 111-106 comeback win over the visiting San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday.
Reed Sheppard News / Yardbarker / January 21
Reed Sheppard leads Rockets to largest comeback of season in win over Spurs
The Houston Rockets trailed by as many 16 to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night before putting together a huge fourth-quarter rally.
Steven Adams News / Hoops Rumors / January 20
Rockets center Steven Adams out indefinitely with severe ankle sprain
It’s a tough setback for Adams, who has missed extended time in recent years due to a knee injury.
Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / January 20
Unexpected Rockets Player Earns Team’s Second-Most All-Star Starter Votes From Players
All-Star voting often rewards points, highlights, and big numbers. Sometimes, it tells a quieter story. When NBA players cast their ballots, they tend to notice effort that never makes it into the box score.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / January 20
Rockets put trust in Jabari Smith Jr. ahead of showdown vs. Spurs
The Houston Rockets could address their need for a traditional point guard before the Feb. 5 trade deadline, a vacancy caused by the loss of veteran Fred VanVleet to a preseason knee injury.
Houston 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.
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.
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