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Amen Thompson, Jalen Green had fiery exchange in Rockets-Suns clash

Jalen Green and Amen Thompson showed some animosity between them during Tuesday’s clash between the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns. The Suns led the Rockets 55-50 late in the second half when Devin Booker gave possession up to Thompson, leading to a 1-on-1 face-off between the Rockets wing and his former teammate Green on the other end.

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Kevin Durant and Dillon Brooks Exchange Heated Words Before Explosive On-Court Battle

Thank the basketball gods for scheduling the right games near the end of each season. For instance, fireworks erupted early in the first half of the Houston Rockets-Phoenix Suns game.

Kevin Durant News / Total Pro Sports / April 8

'It Was Tough'- Kevin Durant Makes Honest Admission on Bitter Phoenix Exit

Kevin Durant’s time in the league is certainly numbered, but at least for now, he still has something to play for – winning another championship. Now with the Houston Rockets, KD knows he must do his best to help this team have a chance at a title.

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The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

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

The '30-point, 90% shooting NBA games' quiz

The 'Active 40-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Rockets Creeping Up on Lakers in NBA's Western Conference Playoff Race

The final week of the NBA's regular season is underway, which means the Houston Rockets have just four games left before the playoffs. Just under two weeks ago, the season looked lost after a historic collapse against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 7

Which Version Of The Rockets Appear In The Postseason?

The Houston Rockets are looking to enter the postseason playing their best basketball. They've gone through stretches this season of uninspiring play, contrasted with stretches of elite offense and comparable defensive efforts.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Rebounding, Shooting Two Things to Watch in Rockets vs. Suns

Contrary to their inconsistencies just a few weeks ago, the wins have continued to pile up for the Houston Rockets over the last week and a half. After Monday's thrilling 117-116 victory to spoild Stephen Curry's return to the Golden State Warriors, they're now on a six-game winning streak.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Rockets Sign Former G League MVP to Address Glaring Weakness Ahead of Playoffs

The Houston Rockets’ bet on acquiring Kevin Durant in a blockbuster trade last offseason has paid off, as the team sits fifth in the Western Conference with four games remaining in the regular season.

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 / Hoops Rumors / April 7

Rockets Promoting JD Davison To Standard Roster

The Rockets have agreed to a two-year contract with guard JD Davison and will promote him to their standard 15-man roster, agent Corey Marcum tells ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Rockets' Winning Streak Has Come With Reliving Kevin Durant of Pressure

With just 16.1 seconds left in the Houston Rockets' Sunday-night matchup with the Golden State Warriors, everyone in the arena thought the ball was going to Kevin Durant.

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The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

The 'NCAA men's basketball champions' quiz

The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Stephen Curry Wears Kevin Durant's Retro KD 4 Shoe Prior to Rockets-Warriors Battle

On Sunday night, the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors faced off once again for yet another highly contested match. The two teams have had plenty of matchups over the last decade that have become instant classics.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Jabari Smith Jr. Has Been a Driving Force in the Rockets Six-Game Winning Streak

The 2025-26 season has been one of major adjustments for Jabari Smith Jr. Last year, there wasn't much pressure on the Houston Rockets to be offensively efficient because the defense was one of the best in the NBA, and the core was so young.

Jeff Green News / Scoop B / April 7

The Constant Professional: Jeff Green on the Evolution of the NBA and the Art of Staying Present

In a league where the average career lasts fewer than five years, Jeff Green stands as a marvel of longevity and adaptability. Since entering the NBA in

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Last Two Minute Report from Rockets-Warriors Game Leans in Houston's Favor

On Sunday night, the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors faced off in a game that felt like it was a part of a postseason series. The intensity was certainly at that level. And the intrigue was heightened, as Warriors superstar Stephen Curry made his return from a knee injury that's kept him sidelined for over two months.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 7

Rockets' Kevin Durant Wears New KD 19 Colorway During Recent Victory

On Friday night, the Houston Rockets took on the Utah Jazz, for the fourth time of the season. The Rockets had a 2-1 record against the Jazz heading into the match.

Kevin Durant News / AirJordanChronicles / April 7

Kevin Durant Reveals the Secret to His Longevity

Kevin Durant has been one of the best scorers in NBA history, and 18 years into his career, very little has changed about that. The two-time champion is averaging 25.9 points per game for the Houston Rockets this season, doing it with the same efficiency that has defined him since he entered the league.

Tari Eason News / Stadium Rant / April 6