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Rockets edge Warriors 117-116

The Houston Rockets held off the Golden State Warriors 117–116 Sunday night, with Alperen Sengun converting the go-ahead layup with 11 seconds left off a Kevin Durant assist.

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Amen Thompson has Been Playing at an All-Star Level for Rockets Lately

Following the trade that saw the Houston Rockets land Kevin Durant, the expectations shifted for the Rockets. The move was seen as an indication that the Rockets were going all-in.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 6

Rockets Can Still Beat Out Last Season's Record With Five Games Left

Since becoming the head coach of the Rockets in 2023, Ime Udoka has improved Houston in each of the last two seasons. In his first 82 games in the position, he led a young core to a 41-41 record.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 6

Rockets Win Thriller Over Warriors to Ruin Stephen Curry's Return

The Houston Rockets traveled out west and faced the Golden State Warriors on Sunday Night Basketball in a critical late season matchup. The Rockets survived an incredible game and came out with a 117-116 win that turned into a nail-biter in the end.

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How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / April 6

Cameras Catch Ime Udoka Going Off on Alperen Sengun as Rockets Star’s Apology Falls to Deaf Ears

Ime Udoka doesn’t hold back on his philosophy, even when his own players affect the team’s scheme. On the receiving end was center Alperen Sengun. A missed chance from the 23-year-old drew the ire of the Houston Rockets head coach in the tense 117-116 win over the Warriors.

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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.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 6

Tari Eason Gets Immense Boost of Support From Rockets' Teammate

After the Houston Rockets beat the New Orleans Pelicans on March 29, a special moment occurred in the Rockets locker room. Houston got a much needed win in New Orleans that marked consecutive wins after a tough stretch of losses earlier in that road trip.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6

Rockets’ Kevin Durant gets real about Stephen Curry’s form after long absence

The Houston Rockets must have found it very amusing when reports came out that Stephen Curry, who’s dominated them in the playoffs over the past decade-plus, was set to return from a 27-game absence that spanned over two months in a game against them on Sunday.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / April 6

Rockets Get Out of The Bay (area) with A Win 117-116

This one will actually be fairly brief, as it’s very late for me. It almost got very late for the Rockets, too. Despite having a double digit lead in the 4th quarter, the Rockets almost (but didn’t!) lost it late.

Alperen Sengun News / Total Apex Sports / April 6

Rockets steal thriller in San Francisco as Sengun’s late finish sinks Warriors 117-116

The Rockets walked into Chase Center on Sunday night and handled just about everything a road team could face. A third-quarter push from Golden State. A roaring building.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 6

Rockets Survive Against Warriors Through Epic Game-Winner; 5 Key Takeaways

The Houston Rockets executed when it mattered most. In a tightly contested battle against the Golden State Warriors, Houston leaned on elite shot-making, late-game composure, and defensive discipline to secure a 117-116 victory to mark their sixth straight win.

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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.

Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / April 5

Kevin Durant Reveals Key Factor Behind NBA Longevity: 'I Don’t Try To Be Gimmicky'

Kevin Durant recently sat down with Ashley ShahAhmadi of NBC for a short interview where he discussed the factors behind managing an 18-year career in the NBA so far.

Mike D`Antoni News / The Dream Shake / April 5

Former Rockets coach Mike Dantoni to be inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

Mike D’Antoni, who served as head coach of the Houston Rockets from 2016 until 2020, is headed to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. The news was first reported by John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98 in Phoenix, where D’Antoni coached the Suns from 2003 until 2008.

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 5

Ball Movement, Steph Curry are Things to Watch in Rockets vs. Warriors

The Houston Rockets last lost to the Golden State Warriors on March 5, 115-113 in overtime. Without Stephen Curry, the Warriors pulled off an impressive win on the Rockets' home court.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 5

Will the Rockets Rest Alperen Sengun in Any of Their Last Five Games?

The Houston Rockets recently locked up their second postseason berth in as many seasons. The Rockets were able to pull off the feat on Thursday -- when they weren't even playing.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 5

Rockets May Luck Out With First Round Matchup

The Rockets have started finding their groove in their most recent outing, knocking down shots at a higher rate and moving the ball well on offense. As the Rockets have improved their play, other Western Conference teams have found some recent struggles, whether to injury or their play.