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Houston Rockets Defeat New Orleans Pelicans As Kevin Durant Makes History

Sunday night in Houston felt less like a contest and more like a coronation. While the New Orleans Pelicans tried their best to make things interesting down the stretch, the Houston Rockets had history on their side.

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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 / Houston Rockets on SI / January 18

Rockets Tried to Keep Dillon Brooks Out of Kevin Durant Trade with Suns

Trade season is here. Well, it's been here, really since December 15th, for the Houston Rockets. That's when they were first able to part with players signed (or resigned) last summer.

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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?

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 18

Amen Thompson Credits Dillon Brooks for Rockets' Turnaround

The Houston Rockets found themselves in a precarious situation heading into the 2023-24 season. The franchise had just restocked the cupboard, as it pertains to young talent.

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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.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 18

At Some Point the Rockets are Going to Have to Limit Kevin Durant's Minutes

When the Houston Rockets first made the trade for Kevin Durant they knew they were getting one of the best offensive players in NBA history and the hope was him with Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson would form one of the best trios in the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 18

Kevin Durant Explains How Rockets' Youth Energizes Him

Kevin Durant has seen it all. He's in his 19th year in the league. He's the elder statesman on the Houston Rockets. Well, frankly, he'd be the elder statesman on any team.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 18

Rockets’ Forward Questionable to Play vs. Pelicans

The Rockets will get one tune-up game before taking on an inter-state rival in the Spurs, facing off against the New Orleans Pelicans tonight. The Rockets got a gritty win against the Timberwolves on Friday, inserting themselves back into the win column after a tough stretch.

Kevin Durant News / Sneakers on SI / January 18

Kevin Durant's Nike Sneakers Pay Homage to Penny Hardaway

Orlando Magic legend Penny Hardaway's popularity spread well beyond the Sunshine State during his NBA career. Hardaway's iconic play style and sneakers helped shape the golden era of basketball shoes.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 18

Rockets look to keep up the momentum versus New Orleans

After a ‌tight ‌victory against Minnesota, Houston aims to snag another one against New Orleans. This year, the Rockets sit at 0-1 against the Pelicans, following a 133-128 defeat in overtime.

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.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 17

In-N-Out or Whataburger? Kevin Durant answers the important questions

The Houston Rockets passed the Los Angeles Lakers for the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference standings following their 110-105 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, and Kevin Durant had an important question he had to answer after the game, via ESPN’s Sports Center.