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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 23
The Rockets don’t need to be so isolated 
It seems like most of the articles I’ve written since I (blissfully) returned to The Dream Shake have been some iteration of “the Rockets have the NBA’s second-best Offensive Rating, but they need to fix their offense.” Well… It’s now the fourth-best Offensive Rating (121.0).
Kevin Durant News / HITC / December 23
The Houston Rockets issue that even Kevin Durant is struggling to fix this season
The Houston Rockets’ recent defeat to the Sacramento Kings has brought an old issue back into focus. When the Rockets traded for Kevin Durant, the move was seen as a clear signal they planned to compete for a title this season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Former Rockets Coach Now Hall-of-Fame Eligible
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame recently announced nominees for their 2026 class. With another year gone, plenty of new names are now eligible, including many fan favorites from a recent generation of hoopers.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Rockets' Losses Lead to Significant Drop in Latest NBA Power Rankings
The Houston Rockets have had a rough month of basketball, most recently losing another overtime game, this one being a 125-124 defeat to the Sacramento Kings.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Rockets Alperen Sengun Considered a Lock for the All-Star Team
Alperen Sengun has been one of the league's top 15 players this season. Well-renowned NBA analysts Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe both have him as a top-15 player on The Ringer's Top 100 list and the masses would probably agree.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Rockets Can't Afford To Keep Dropping Games Against Weaker Opponents
As soon as the Houston Rockets picked up what may have been their biggest win of the season, they followed with with a contender for one of the season's worst losses.
Ime Udoka News / The Dream Shake / December 22
Can Rockets Ime Udoka remedy his offensive warts?
Ime Udoka is universally regarded as one of the league’s better young coaches. Within two short years, he lifted the Rockets from the dregs of the Western Conference to the second seed in the conference.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
1 deal Rockets must make with 2025-26 NBA trade season underway
The Houston Rockets had a great offseason that was highlighted by one of the biggest trades in NBA history. In a seven-team deal, the Rockets added Kevin Durant and Clint Capela.
James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
What Jeff Teague wants Rockets to tell James Harden about a trade
The Houston Rockets have been solid so far on the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 17-9 despite a loss to the Sacramento Kings on Sunday evening.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
The Rockets Need To Stack Signature Wins
The Houston Rockets finally got a signature win against one of the teams ahead of them in the Western Conference standings. In a rematch against the Denver Nuggets, the Rockets blew the game open in the second half and cruised to a complete victory.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Losses to the Kings and Pelicans Could Cost the Rockets Later in the Season
The Houston Rockets went into their most extended road trip of the season knowing that their earlier schedule, with multiple days off between games and a rare back-to-back, would change during this six-game stretch.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 22
Five Out: What’s holding the Rockets back this season?
It’s FIVE OUT. Back for the Holidays! Home for Christmas! I’ve got some bad news for you, though. These are five things that I think are separating the Rockets from real contention this season, so far.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 22
Rockets Clutch Time Nightmare Keeps Getting Worse
Houston has spent much of this season looking like a team built for the long haul. The defense travels, the frontcourt punch remains real, and the roster has enough depth to survive ugly nights.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
LISTEN: Audio Between Kevin Durant and Bruce Brown in Recent Rockets-Nuggets Contest
The Houston Rockets' game against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday became a bit more of a showdown than expected initially. The two teams squared off less than a week before the contest, which resulted in an overtime loss for the Rockets. Granted, the officiating played a large part.
Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
Rockets’ Ime Udoka points finger at himself for shocking OT loss to ‘lesser’ Kings
The Houston Rockets have played well this season and are staying competitive in the talented Western Conference. On any given night, a team could beat you regardless of what their schedule is, and unfortunately, that’s what happened to the Rockets in their latest game against the Sacramento Kings.
Coby White News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Rockets Cited as Ideal Destination for Bulls Coby White
The Houston Rockets' point guard situation has been highly publicized this season. And scrutinized. (Rightfully so). The team has tinkered with giving Kevin Durant some point guard responsibilities and playmaking duties, which hasn't exactly been effective.
Kevin Durant News / NBA Analysis Network / December 22
Houston Rockets have a problem even Kevin Durant can’t solve this season
The Houston Rockets have a serious vulnerability as a side that has been exposed after their latest loss to the Sacramento Kings. When the Houston Rockets made the decision to trade for Kevin Durant, many felt it was a sign they were going to be contenders this season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
More Rockets Recognized in Another NBA Top 25 Under 25 List
The Houston Rockets have made incredible strides due to the addition of key veterans, most notably Kevin Durant. However, the young core cannot be overstated enough, as they have been major catalysts for a championship contender.
Jose Alvarado News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
Pelicans' Jose Alvarado Cited as Potential Trade Fit for Rockets
The Houston Rockets' recent game against the New Orleans Pelicans turned into a disaster. Well, for the Rockets. Actually for the Pelicans too. Houston boat raced to a 22 point lead by the end of the half. As they should have.
Ime Udoka News / Fadeaway World / December 22
Ime Udoka Throws Subtle Shade At 'Lesser Opponents' Kings; Explains Rockets’ 124-125 Overtime Loss
Ime Udoka was visibly unhappy after the Rockets threw away a 14-point fourth-quarter lead to lose 124-125 in overtime against the Kings tonight. He spoke
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21
Rockets seek more road success against Kings
The Houston Rockets continue a six-game road trip that runs through Christmas Day when they visit the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Houston played at Denver for the second time in less than a week on Saturday and defeated the Nuggets 115-101.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Kevin Durant, Reed Sheppard lead Rockets to convincing win over Nuggets
Just one game after blowing a massive first-half lead, the Houston Rockets bounced back in a major way with a 115-101 win over the Denver Nuggets.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
Lack of a True Point Guard Is Starting to Hurt the Rockets
For much of the season, the Houston Rockets managed to mask a structural flaw through discipline, rebounding and defensive consistency. Even without a traditional point guard available, the team survived late-game moments by slowing the pace and leaning on physical advantages.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / December 17
Ime Udoka fined $25K for comments about officiating
The NBA has fined Rockets head coach Ime Udoka $25K for his public criticism of the officiating.
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