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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23
Amen Thompson, Ausar Thompson share special moment after Rockets win over Pistons
The NBA has seen its fair share of brothers sharing the hardwood, but there is something different about the energy Amen Thompson and Ausar Thompson bring to the league.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 23
Kevin Durant scores 32 as Rockets end Pistons' streak
Kevin Durant poured in 32 points and the visiting Houston Rockets cooled off the Detroit Pistons, 111-104, on Friday night. Alperen Sengun had 19 points and five assists, while Reed Sheppard supplied 18 points off the bench.
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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23
Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant throw it down over Ausar Thompson
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said the team cannot afford to be completely reliant on 37-year-old Kevin Durant to hold leads and secure wins. But the future Hall of Famer is no average 37-year-old.
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.
Steven Adams News / Total Pro Sports / January 23
Rockets Superstar Steven Adams is Sleeping on the Floor in a Sleeping Bag, Despite Making $200M In His Career
Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has never been the typical NBA player. He doesn’t get under the spotlight often despite playing with some of the biggest stars the game has seen, namely Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.
Jimmy Butler News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23
Rockets' Failed Pursuit of Warriors' Jimmy Butler Considered 'Historical What-If'
The Houston Rockets pulled off quite the blockbuster trade in 2017 when they landed future Hall of Fame point guard Chris Paul. The team had been trying
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23
Rockets Need Consistent Production From Rebuild-Era Picks
The Houston Rockets played a tight game against the Philadelphia 76ers before falling in overtime. A missed call gave the Rockets the opportunity to play in the extra period, but they couldn't take advantage after a dominate game from Philadelphia's top stars.
Ime Udoka News / The Dream Shake / January 23
Is it time to worry about Ime Udoka? 
One of the best album titles, ever, is Jagged Little Pill. Sure, we’ve all heard of the cliched tough pill to swallow. Morissette paints a more visceral picture.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23
Free Throw Shooting Again Cost the Houston Rockets Another Close Game
Stop if you have heard this before. The Houston Rockets struggled from the free-throw line in a close loss. It has been a phrase used a lot over the last few weeks, and it was used again after last night's defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23
One Trade That Could Quietly Change the Rockets’ Playoff Outlook
The Houston Rockets, amid a three-game winning streak heading into tonight's matchup against the LA Clippers, are gearing up for what could be a hectic deadline.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23
Kevin Durant’s magic can’t mask Rockets’ inconsistent offensive flaws
Days after executing their greatest comeback of the season, the Houston Rockets let another game slip away Thursday night, falling 128-122 in overtime in Philadelphia.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 23
Rockets Take Noticeable Leap in NBC Sports' Power Rankings
The Houston Rockets are rounding into form. At least, they appear to be. But then again, you really never know, with this team. But they've reeled off three wins in a row, and four of their last five. (Prior to that, they lost three in a row, so again, you really never know with this team).
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / January 23
'There Ain’t No Help Coming' – Why the Houston Rockets Aren’t Expected to Trade for a PG Before the Deadline, Per Insider
It’s becoming apparent that the Houston Rockets need to shore up their point guard depth if they’ll make a deep playoff run this year. However, according to ESPN’s Michael C.
Adam Silver News / EssentiallySports / January 23
Calls Mount Against Adam Silver After Sixers Get 'Robbed' on Controversial Sequence vs Rockets
While there is an uptick in the viewership metric, Commissioner Adam Silver still has his plate full of problems. The players/coaches keep complaining about easy officiating calls being missed.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 22
Rockets Can’t Execute In The Clutch As 76ers Overcome A Goaltending No-Call To Win In OT
Houston’s offense slowed to a crawl down the stretch, possessions dragged on too long, and clean looks turned into rushed decisions. They even appeared to get a break when Tyreses Maxey’s potential game-winning layup in regulation was swatted away, a block that replays strongly suggested should have been ruled goaltending.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / January 22
Rockets Shut Down Search For A Point Guard In Trade Market: No Help Is On The Way
The Rockets have almost certainly confirmed that they will not be making any trades to acquire an additional point guard before the upcoming February 5 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.
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 / 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
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.
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