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Houston Rockets take aim at BBC’s World Cup coverage as Houston landscape goes viral

The Houston Rockets have mocked the BBC for an embarrassing mistake during their World Cup 2026 coverage. The BBC have broadcast the United States’ second World Cup match against Australia on Friday.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 19

Is a Kevin Durant Trade Really An Offseason Need for the Rockets?

The Houston Rockets are currently going through an important offseason that will determine if the team will be true contenders heading into next season.

Victor Wembanyama News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 19

Former Rockets Star Calls Out Media for Selective Bias Towards Victor Wembanyama

The James Harden era of the Houston Rockets was quite truly a time. Harden set records on a nightly basis and even put the Rockets on his back -- single-handedly willing and carrying the Rockets to the playoffs in several years.

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Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 19

New Brooklyn Nets Report Opens Door for Potential Houston Rockets Trade

At the end of the offseason, if the Houston Rockets aren't in a legitimate position to outperform the last two seasons, then the summer will have been a failure.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 19

NBA Mock Trade: Rockets Land Center from Eastern Conference

The Houston Rockets haven't necessarily been stockpiling trade assets for the last few seasons, but they can certainly cash in on some value. They're in the market to improve with a 37-year-old Kevin Durant at the helm, and a few positions need a boost.

Steven Adams News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 19

Rockets' Steven Adams Explains Key to Gaining Rebounding Edge

Steven Adams was the key to the Houston Rockets' offensive gameplan this past season. At least, when he was healthy. Rockets coach Ime Udoka’s strategy of getting second (and third) bites at the apple to generate higher percentage looks on offense was tailor made for Adams' skillset and player profile.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 18

Rockets Address Center Position in Second Round of CBS Sports Mock Draft

The Houston Rockets hold two second-round draft picks in this year's 2026 NBA Draft, which could give General Manager Rafael Stone a golden opportunity to add back end talent to the roster.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 18

Rockets Coach Ime Udoka's Offensive System Was Questioned This Past Season

There was a common issue for the Houston Rockets during the 2025-26 season. The lack of offensive consistency and shot-making. A part of that frustration from Rockets fans was the game plan and strategy on that side of the ball from head coach Ime Udoka.

Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 18

Rockets rumors: Houston free agent gets $75 million prediction

The Houston Rockets have another long-term decision to make in the offseason in addition to Fred VanVleet’s future, as Tari Eason entered restricted free agency on June 30.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 17

One Area Ime Udoka Excelled at and One Area That Needs Improvement

From the moment the Houston Rockets traded their franchise player, James Harden, they knew it would be a tough few seasons in terms of wins and losses.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 17

Houston Rockets Top Five Prospects for the NBA Draft

The Houston Rockets don’t own a first round pick at the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, but will still be tasked adding talent via picks at No. 39 and 53. The Rockets needs feel clear after a disappointing season: add more point guard depth, even accounting for the return of Fred VanVleet.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / June 17

NBA Finals takeaway: The Rockets aren’t close

As I begrudgingly watched the NBA Playoffs after the Houston Rockets embarrassing effort against the Los Angeles Lakers, it became more and more clear to me that the words 0f the former football coaching legend Bill Parcels were spot on.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 17

Everything Rockets Fans Should Know for the 2026 NBA Draft: Picks, Targets and Rumors

The 2026 NBA Draft is under a week away, and while the Houston Rockets don’t own a first round pick, they could still be ready to make moves on draft night.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / June 17

Anthony Edwards Catches Stray From Drake in New Kevin Durant Commercial

Kevin Durant has been at the center of many controversies this past season. While his Aspiration fiasco garnered a lot of attention, the 37-year-old also landed in a burner account dispute.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 16

Ranking Realistic Houston Rockets Trade Candidates this NBA Offseason

Let the trade speculation run wild! The offseason is officially here after the New York Knicks clinched the NBA Finals, which means the rumors will flurry and movement around the league will begin shortly.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 16

Rockets' Kevin Durant, Drake Take Shot at Anthony Edwards in Latest Nike Ad

Kevin Durant has been signed to Nike for what seems like an eternity. The Houston Rockets superstar forward first joined the label in 2007 and is signed to a lifetime deal with the sneaker and merchandising giant.

Rick Adelman News / The Lead / June 16

Rick Adelman Had a Remarkable Run With the Rockets

Rick Adelman passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 79. No cause of death was publicly released. Within hours, tributes came pouring in from everywhere — the responses said a lot about the man, and even more about what he meant to the players who played for him.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Rockets rumors: What Houston isn’t targeting this offseason despite playoff disaster

The Houston Rockets are in the early stages of what could be a highly eventful 2026 offseason for the future direction of the franchise. The Rockets are coming off an ugly first-round playoff loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, a series in which Kevin Durant missed five of the six games.

Houston Rockets News / HITC / June 13

Kyrie Irving to Houston Rockets? The explosive truth behind the endless rumours

The real intrigue around the Kyrie Irving rumours isn’t about him as much as it is about which team’s name has popped up – the Houston Rockets. It’s a notable shift for a team that spent years stockpiling draft picks, developing young players and preaching patience.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / June 12

The Houston Rockets keep getting linked to Kyrie Irving for a reason

The most interesting part of the Kyrie Irving rumors has less to do with Irving than with the team attached to them: the Houston Rockets. For years, the Rockets ran their operation like a rebuilding franchise.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 9

Victor Wembanyama joins elite company in Spurs' Game 3 win

Victor Wembanyama joins elite NBA Finals company in Spurs' Game 3 win

For the San Antonio Spurs to beat the New York Knicks and get back in the series, Victor Wembanyama had to be at his best. And when called upon, Wembanyama

Winners, losers from NBA Finals Game 3: Spurs get first win of series

Victor Wembanyama was drawing at Gramercy Park in New York before Game 3

Victor Wembanyama is going viral for what he said after Game 2 loss to Knicks

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