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JJ Redick Forces Kevin Durant 'Failure' as Rockets Star Turns Scapegoat vs. Lakers

In a defensive masterclass that shifted the momentum of the Western Conference playoff race, JJ Redick orchestrated a second-half trap that left Kevin Durant searching for answers.

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Rockets’ Kevin Durant reacts to Lakers’ tactic that silenced him in the clutch

Kevin Durant has counter after counter deep in his bag, making him one of the greatest one-on-one scorers of his time. But in a team setting, things are different.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 17

Three Takeaways from the Rockets' Collapse vs the Lakers

The Houston Rockets faced the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night in a crucial Western Conference matchup to decide the tie breaker and took a 100-92 loss thanks to a disastrous fourth quarter.

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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.

Houston Rockets News / Bleacher Report / March 17

Watch: LeBron on Jabari Smith Jr

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16

Kevin Durant lost his marbles after Reed Sheppard dunked on Lakers

Nobody was more fired up about Reed Sheppard going airborne on Monday than Kevin Durant. The Houston Rockets put the ball in Sheppard’s hands in the final seconds of the first quarter at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Ime Udoka Reveals Injury Update on Alperen Sengun Ahead of Rockets-Lakers

Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun will not suit up against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. According to the team, the star big man has been ruled out due to lower back pain.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

Ime Udoka Isn't Fully to Blame for Rockets' Woes

This year's Houston Rockets team has been a bit of a throwback, as it pertains to their style of play. The Rockets like to get stops on the defensive end of the floor and get out in transition, using their youth and athleticism to their advantage.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

The Rockets Must Use The Rest Of The Season To Adjust For The Playoffs

The Houston Rockets are back to playing key games against top competitors in the Western Conference. They are surrounded by teams with similar records and similar levels of limitation.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

Announcer Offers Pessimism About Rockets' Chances of Making a Title Run

The Houston Rockets' next two games will give the team a great opportunity to see how they fare against one of the better teams in the Western Conference in the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

The Rockets Could Put Distance Between Themselves and the Lakers

The Houston Rockets had a bounce-back win over the New Orleans Pelicans Friday night at the Toyota Center following their most lopsided loss of the season to the Denver Nuggets.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / March 16

NBA: Could Kevin Durant Play for the Seattle Supersonics in 2028-2029?

Kevin Durant was the second overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Seattle Supersonics. He played his rookie in Seattle, Washington, but after the 2007-2008 NBA season, the Supersonics moved from Seattle to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

This Expansion Jabari Smith's Game Has Been Vital For the Rockets

As the third overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, there was big expectations for Jabari Smith Jr. and his impact with the Houston Rockets. He was one of the top picks at the start of the rebuild to help turn the franchise around.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

Rockets' Reed Sheppard Considered One of the Favorites for Sixth Man Award

The 2025-26 NBA season has been a tremendous developmental year for Houston Rockets second-year guard Reed Sheppard. He's immersed himself as one of the Rockets' young prospects with arguably the highest ceiling.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 16

Rockets’ Star Questionable to Play in Crucial Matchup Against Lakers

The Rockets are set to face off against the Lakers tonight in an essential must-win game, should Houston want to maximize its regular season standing. Houston and LA are neck and neck right now in the Western Conference, with the Lakers sitting at No.

Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / March 15

Kevin Durant’s Burner Account Controversy Still Impacts Rockets’ Chemistry, Says Former Teammate

After Kevin Durant‘s acquisition in the offseason, the Houston Rockets were widely regarded as title favorites. While this remains the case for the most part, with the Rockets (41-25) in fourth place, Durant’s former teammate, Kendrick Perkins, noted a distinct lack of chemistry.

Alperen Sengun News / EssentiallySports / March 15