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David McMenamin raises two concerning scenarios over Kevin Durant’s rehab before Game 4

David McMenamin raises two concerning scenarios over Kevin Durant’s rehab before Game 4

The Houston Rockets host the Los Angeles Lakers this Sunday for Game 4, facing elimination as they trail 3-0 in the series. Expectations had been higher for Houston, especially with the Lakers missing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, yet the series has unfolded in one-sided fashion.

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26
Kevin Durant appears to be leaving his Rockets teammates in the dark

Kevin Durant appears to be leaving his Rockets teammates in the dark

Kevin Durant may already be torching his goodwill with yet another franchise. The Houston Rockets star Durant missed Game 3 of his team’s first-round series against the Lakers on Friday with an ankle sprain.

Houston Rockets News / Trade Talk Sports / April 26
Rockets Pitched to Reunite Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving This Offseason

Rockets Pitched to Reunite Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving This Offseason

Just over a week into the postseason, the Houston Rockets are already on the brink of elimination in their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Ime Udoka News / AirJordanChronicles / April 26
Ime Udoka Points To Late-Game Mistakes As Rockets Fall To 0-3

Ime Udoka Points To Late-Game Mistakes As Rockets Fall To 0-3

Despite stepping into the playoffs against the Lakers as the favorites, the Houston Rockets are now 0-3 down in the series. And the Rockets head coach, Ime Udoka, had a lot to say after his side’s latest loss.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time. 

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 26
Rockets Make History in Game 3 Meltdown vs. Lakers

Rockets Make History in Game 3 Meltdown vs. Lakers

Down two games, the Houston Rockets found themselves in a must-win game on Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers. Once you lose three postseason games in a row, you're all but guaranteed to lose the series.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 26
Rockets' Game 3 Collapse Doesn't Fall on Ime Udoka

Rockets' Game 3 Collapse Doesn't Fall on Ime Udoka

The Houston Rockets' 2026 postseason trip has been a nightmare. Despite being viewed as heavy favorites over the Los Angeles Lakers, the Rockets are down 0-3.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 26
Jabari Smith Jr. Steps up Big for Rockets in Game 3 Heartbreaking Loss

Jabari Smith Jr. Steps up Big for Rockets in Game 3 Heartbreaking Loss

The Western Conference Quarterfinals round between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers has been a relatively tightly played series. The Lakers lead the series by just 20 total points.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / April 26
No One Is Untouchable: 5 Reasons The Rockets Should Blow It Up, Starting With Alperen Sengun

No One Is Untouchable: 5 Reasons The Rockets Should Blow It Up, Starting With Alperen Sengun

The Houston Rockets have embarrassed their entire fanbase with their shockingly disastrous performance in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. Yes, Kevin Durant, their best player by far, has missed two of the three games so far due to knee and ankle injuries and doesn’t seem to be healthy enough as Game 4 approaches.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 25
Rockets' Depth a Glaring Problem in Game 3 Loss to Lakers

Rockets' Depth a Glaring Problem in Game 3 Loss to Lakers

Playoff basketball is a completely different game compared to the regular season. Games are typically lower scoring, with defensive impact being a major emphasis.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 25
Rockets Find Another Way to Lose Thanks to Late Game Collapse

Rockets Find Another Way to Lose Thanks to Late Game Collapse

Just when you think the Houston Rockets are about to pull out their first playoff win of 2026, the same story comes back to haunt them. After the Rockets

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Alperen Sengun News / The Dream Shake / April 25

Report: Rockets could shop Alperen Sengun for proven superstar in offseason

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun just wrapped up his second consecutive All-Star campaign, with averages of 20.4 points, 8.9 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 51.9 percent from the field, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per contest.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 25
Ime Udoka Goes Viral for Quote Following Rockets' Game 3 Loss to Lakers

Ime Udoka Goes Viral for Quote Following Rockets' Game 3 Loss to Lakers

After dropping the first two games of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Houston Rockets found themselves up 101-95 in Game 3 with 30 seconds to go and possession.

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The Rockets May Have Hit A New 2020s Low Point

The Rockets May Have Hit A New 2020s Low Point

The Houston Rockets' season may just about be over, as there has never been a team in NBA postseason history to come back from being down 0-3 in a series.

Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / April 25
Rockets upgrade Kevin Durant to questionable for Game 4

Rockets upgrade Kevin Durant to questionable for Game 4

There isn’t much good news around the Rockets lately. But perhaps they got a dose, even if it is minor. Hey, you’ll take what you can get when you’re in a 3-0 playoff hole.

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 25
Rockets get crucial Kevin Durant injury update ahead of Game 4

Rockets get crucial Kevin Durant injury update ahead of Game 4 vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets' once-promising season is on the verge of coming to a disappointing end.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 25
Views From the Game: Houston Rockets Collapse Again - This Time in the Playoffs

Views From the Game: Houston Rockets Collapse Again - This Time in the Playoffs

The Houston Rockets came into their Game 3 matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers on the brink of another first round disappoinment. After their loss to the Lakers Tuesday the Rockets find themselves trailing the best of seven series 0-2.

Ime Udoka News / Total Apex Sports / April 25
Udoka Lets the Rockets Hear It After They Suffer Historic Game 3 Collapse Against Lakers

Udoka Lets the Rockets Hear It After They Suffer Historic Game 3 Collapse Against Lakers

The Houston Rockets were less than 30 seconds away from clawing their way back into their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Toyota Center was vibrating.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / April 25
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun: We believe we can come back from 3-0

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun: We believe we can come back from 3-0

Things haven’t gone well for the Rockets in their series vs. the Lakers. Like, almost nothing. For starters, Kevin Durant has missed two of the three games (including Game 3 with a sprained ankle).

Kendrick Perkins News / AirJordanChronicles / April 25
Kendrick Perkins Criticizes Houston Rockets’ Playoff Decision-Making

Kendrick Perkins Criticizes Houston Rockets’ Playoff Decision-Making

The playoffs show more than just talent; they also show how well players can make decisions when the pressure is on. The Lakers won Game 3 in overtime, and Kendrick Perkins’ harsh words about Houston’s mistakes on the court turned out to be true.

Ime Udoka News / Larry Brown Sports / April 25
Ime Udoka lays into his team after Rockets’ unreal Game 3 collapse

Ime Udoka lays into his team after Rockets’ unreal Game 3 collapse

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka called out his players after the team’s epic collapse on Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Rockets had a win virtually wrapped up with under 30 seconds left in Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round series at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

Alperen Sengun News / Total Pro Sports / April 24
Houston Rockets Could Explore Blockbuster Move Involving Alperen Sengun, but There’s One Catch

Houston Rockets Could Explore Blockbuster Move Involving Alperen Sengun, but There’s One Catch

The changing dynamics in Houston already have it in the air, and now it’s clearer than ever why there’s been a lot of buzz around Alperen Sengun.  Down five seasons in the league, the Turkish-origin star has always been one player whose potential has looked promising, but a full-blown redemption has always remained due.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23
What factors will decide the Lakers-Rockets playoff series?

What factors will decide the Lakers-Rockets playoff series?

When the Los Angeles Lakers' two leading scorers, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, went down against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2, many speculated their playoff hopes were diminished and that a short series was inevitable. Instead, they're up 2-0 on the Rockets. What will determine how the rest of the series plays out?

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