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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 27
Win over Warriors isn't enough for Rockets to advance in Cup
Reed Sheppard capped a career-best 31-point performance by sinking a key hoop with 2:58 remaining, Alperen Sengun added another in the final minute and the Houston Rockets outlasted the Golden State Warriors 104-100 on Wednesday in an NBA Cup game at San Francisco.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
Rockets Must Issue Heavy Dose of Double-Big Lineup Against Warriors
In Game 6 of last year's epic first-round series between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors, the Rockets had the chance to force a Game 7 and get one step closer to mounting a 3-1 comeback.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26
Why the Houston Rockets’ strong start doesn’t guarantee they’re contenders
Despite owning the fifth-best record in the NBA, the Houston Rockets still haven’t proven much. Houston brought in Kevin Durant this offseason to elevate the franchise to true championship-contender status.
The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz
How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
NBA Cup Won't Be Rockets Coming Out Party
The NBA Cup is the first opportunity for teams to establish themselves as a top team in the league. Each year, the Final has consistently featured some of the league's top talent and highest-performing teams.
Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?
Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?
Kevin Durant News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight? Rockets vs. Warriors Injury Report, Where to Watch NBA Cup & More (Nov. 26)
The Rockets and Warriors will enter tonight’s NBA Cup matchup with identical 1-2 records in West Group play. Houston arrives carrying far better overall momentum at 11-4 with a dominant Sunday win over the Phoenix Suns.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
Rockets Having One of Best Shooting Seasons in Franchise History
After the Houston Rockets traded away their franchise player, James Harden, in the 2021 season, they began the rebuilding phase. They knew that it would be a hard few seasons as they transitioned to the next era of Rockets basketball.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
Houston Rockets Look to Get Revenge Against Longtime Foe
Since the start of the 2015 season, the Golden State Warriors have been 29-10 against the Houston Rockets in the regular season. In the playoffs, they're 20-10 and an undefeated 5-0 in terms of series wins.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26
Furious Suns fan takes LeBron James jab at Ime Udoka after Rockets register a blowout win
The Houston Rockets had no trouble dealing with the Phoenix Suns in their recent matchup. The Houston Rockets entered the clash without their superstar Kevin Durant, but it didn’t stop them from overwhelming the Phoenix Suns.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
The Athletic Cites One Thing Rockets Should be Thankful For
The Thanksgiving mark of the NBA season presents an array of thoughts. On the one hand, it's still far too early in the season to concoct long-term takeaways.
Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / November 26
Let’s give Kevin Durant’s family the same privacy you’d also want for your family 
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant missed Monday’s game against the Phoenix Suns, due to a personal family matter. The game would’ve been a homecoming, of sorts, for KD.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 26
What to Watch for in Rockets vs. Warriors NBA Cup Matchup
The Houston Rockets remain on the road as they head to San Francisco this evening to face off against the Golden State Warriors in each team's third NBA Cup game of the season.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
NBA Cameras Catch Ime Udoka’s Confrontation With Hostile LeBron James Fan
After cruising to a 114-92 win over the Suns, you’d expect Rockets fans to cheer and the opponents to grumble a bit, pretty standard stuff. But as HC Ime Udoka made his way to the locker room, a Suns fan couldn’t resist taking a personal jab, one that had absolutely nothing to do with the game itself.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 25
Rockets itching to avenge playoff exit to Warriors
With a shiny NBA Cup court as the backdrop, the Houston Rockets get their first shot at revenge against last year's playoff antagonist when they visit the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in San Francisco.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 25
Rockets' Kevin Durant Shares Thoughts on Load Management
In sports, players from older eras and generations constantly look down and frown upon the newer, more modern eras. Well, in life, really. Hence the get off my lawn expression.
Ime Udoka News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25
Video shows Rockets coach Ime Udoka getting into it with a heckler
Ime Udoka took some time to engage with a heckler after Monday’s game.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 25
Jabari Smith Jr. Is More Important To The Rockets Than Some Realize
When NBA followers discuss the Houston Rockets' chances at a deep postseason run, they understandably focus on the performance of the team's top players: Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson.
Aaron Holiday News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 25
Aaron Holiday Is Showing up for the Houston Rockets When They Need It Most
As good as they are right now, the Houston Rockets are not 100% at the moment. Despite the 11-4, they have been missing key rotation players, including their leading scorer, Kevin Durant.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 25
An Aggressive Amen Thompson Is Good For The Rockets
The Houston Rockets are in the midst of a four-game road stretch that saw them open the trip with a victory against the Phoenix Suns. Amen Thompson was a large part of their success, having his best game of the season in a well-rounded effort against a Suns team that has surprised the league with their early success.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 25
Amen Thompson scores 28 as Rockets roll past Suns
Amen Thompson tied a season high with 28 points, Aaron Holiday had a season-high 22 points and tied a career-high six 3-pointers, and the Houston Rockets ran past the host Phoenix Suns 114-92 on Monday.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25
Rockets coach Ime Udoka has an incident with Dillon Brooks during game
Ime Udoka let one of his former players hear it during Monday’s game. The Houston Rockets faced off on Monday against the Phoenix Suns. In the second quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz., Suns swingman Dillon Brooks put out a shoulder and knocked down Rockets center Steven Adams as Adams was running past him.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / November 23
Rockets to be without star Kevin Durant for next two games
Rockets star Kevin Durant will miss the next two games.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / November 23
Kendrick Perkins Raves About Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun’s Growing Chemistry
When the Houston Rockets lost Fred VanVleet ahead of the season, they had every reason to be worried. Even though their overall squad was solid, VanVleet was the spine of their young core last season.
Jae'Sean Tate News / Hoops Rumors / November 22
Jae'Sean Tate assigned to Rockets’ G League affiliate
Sixth-year forward Jae’Sean Tate has been assigned to the Rockets‘ G League affiliate.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 18
Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future
A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?
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