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Rockets’ Amen Thompson calls game vs. Heat with tip-in win

Amen Thompson just put the cherry on top of a historic night with a chaotic game-winner. The Houston Rockets guard was not the story for most of the game, but he became the hero of the night by closing out the Miami Heat with a last-second tip-in at the buzzer.

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Amen Thompson's tip-in at buzzer lifts Rockets over Heat

Amen Thompson tipped in a Kevin Durant missed jumper at the buzzer, and the Houston Rockets escaped with a wild 123-122 victory over the visiting Miami Heat on Saturday night.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

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Kevin Durant moves ahead of Michael Jordan on all-time scoring list

Kevin Durant moves ahead of Michael Jordan on NBA all-time scoring list

The Houston Rockets picked up a thrilling 123-122 win over the Miami Heat on Saturday night, thanks in part to a strong fourth quarter that saw them overcome a nine-point deficit when it began. It was a huge win for the team. It was also a significant night individually for Kevin Durant.

Amen Thompson's tip-in at buzzer lifts Rockets over Heat

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

Kevin Durant Dons New Colorway of Unreleased KD 19 Shoe in Rockets-Lakers Rematch

It's been a big year for Houston Rockets superstar forward Kevin Durant. In his first season in Houston, Durant became an All-Star and surefire All-NBA selection. And although he hasn't garnered much MVP consideration, he should.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

Rockets Have Been One of League's Overly Scrutinized Teams This Season

The 2025-26 Houston Rockets were expected to be title contenders. Understandably, on several fronts. The Rockets became the Cinderella team of last season and are loaded with youth and athleticism.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

How The Rockets' Role Players Change Their Contention Chances

All season, national pundits have placed the Houston Rockets' hopes on Kevin Durant, Alperen Şengün, and Amen Thompson. These players have fluctuated between having incredible games to having subpar performances.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

The Houston Rockets Had Their Best Passing Game of the Season

Throughout Ime Udoka's tenure as Houston Rockets head coach, the Rockets have been known as one of the best, if not the best, rebounding teams in the NBA, a hard-nosed, hard-playing team, and one of the best defensive teams in the league.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

Rockets Will Have to be More Consistent on Defense

The true mark of an Ime Udoka led team usually hinges on defensive effort and tenacity. He's a defensive-minded coach, which is in line with his player profile, throughout his tenure in the league.

Kevin Durant News / Bleacher Report / March 21

Watch: KD checking the vibes after Rockets’ win

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Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

The Rockets’ Reed Sheppard Starter Era May Be Starting Now

The Houston Rockets defeated the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, 117-95. The Hawks are obviously in a transition phase. They moved on from long-time build-around star Trae Young at the deadline.

Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 21

Rockets forward Tari Eason’s mom is pulling out all the stops to end son’s slump

The Houston Rockets are watching closely as Tari Eason battles through a brutal stretch, and the shooting slump has now reached a point where even family is stepping in.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 21

Rockets to utilize tweaked starting lineup vs. Heat

With the regular season drawing to a close and the Houston Rockets in search of consistency on offense, second-year guard Reed Sheppard was inserted into the starting lineup against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday in the first game of a back-to-back set that will cap a Rockets five-game homestand.

Aaron Holiday News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 21

Key Rockets Strategic Change Clears Way for Aaron Holiday vs. Hawks

The Houston Rockets have been in need of a change. The current set-up and structure hasn't been working. The Rockets had lost three of their last four games heading into Friday night's showdown against the Atlanta Hawks, who were no slouch, by the way.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / March 21

Rockets get right with 117-95 win over Hawks

The Houston Rockets came into this one in need of a get-right after too ugly losses to the Los Angeles Lakers, and get right they did, leading for the vast majority of the game, shooting 52 percent from the field, 47 percent from deep and holding the Hawks to 41 percent shooting on their way to a 117-95 victory.