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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 28
Rockets Fans Taste Sweet Victory as Durant Faces Former Team
For the first time this season, there was reason to smile in Houston. After back-to-back heartbreaks against Oklahoma City and Detroit, the Rockets finally broke through on Monday night, and they did it in emphatic fashion.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 28
Reed Sheppard's Aggressiveness Pays Off in Rockets' Blowout Win vs. Nets
The Houston Rockets finally picked up their first win of the 2025-26 season nearly one week in, blowing out the Brooklyn Nets at the Toyota Center. At home, the Rockets took care of business against a rebuilding team, winning 137-109.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 28
The Athletic Questions Skill Level on Rockets' Roster
The 2025-26 NBA season is in full gear, as we've seen star-studded performances all throughout the league. As for the Houston Rockets, they've gotten off to a slow start.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / October 28
'He’s a Wild Card Most Nights' – Houston Rockets Forward Draws Powerful Endorsement From Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets won 137-109 against the Brooklyn Nets last night to improve to 1-2 this season, thanks in large part to Tari Eason, who was a huge spark off the bench on both ends of the floor.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 27
Behind bench, Rockets take down Nets
Tari Eason scored 22 points off the bench while Alperen Sengun added 21 to pace a balanced attack for the Houston Rockets, who thumped the visiting Brooklyn Nets 137-109 on Monday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
Three Takeaways From Rockets' First Win Over Nets
After enduring tightly contested bouts against the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons which all resulted to losses, the Houston Rockets have finally caught a break to get their first official win of the 2025-26 regular season.
Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / October 27
Prioritizing Kevin Durant’s Offense Could Be Key To Rockets Success
The Houston Rockets’ first week of the 2025-26 NBA season has been anything but smooth. After an offseason filled with optimism, the arrival of Kevin Durant was expected to elevate the young team from promise to contention.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / October 27
Rockets To Battle Nets 
Location: Toyota Center, Houston, Texas TV: Space City Home Network Online: Rockets App Gametime:7 PM CST Rockets: A. Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
Rockets Plan to File NBA's Disabled Players Exemption for Fred VanVleet
The Houston Rockets suffered a major blow to their roster this season when Fred VanVleet tore his ACL prior to training camp. Not only did the injury happen so close to the start of the season, giving the Rockets little time to get acclimated in his absence, but they also already had a thin backcourt.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
The Rockets Can't Prioritize Size Over Skill
The Houston Rockets are one of the biggest teams in the NBA. They've started the season with some of the biggest starting lineups in NBA history, with Amen Thompson playing supersized point guard and Steven Adams in the middle of a double-big rotation.
Fred VanVleet News / Hoops Wire / October 27
Rockets to seek Disabled Player Exception for injured Fred VanVleet
The Rockets plan to apply for a Disabled Player Exception following Fred VanVleet’s season-ending knee injury, according to Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports. If approved, the exception would be worth $12.5 million, or half of VanVleet’s $25 million salary.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
What to Watch for in Houston Rockets vs Brooklyn Nets
The Houston Rockets will host the Brooklyn Nets this evening, and with both teams looking for their first win, it is sure to be a full-throttle game. Coming
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
Despite 0-2 Start to the Season, There Have Been Some Positives for the Rockets
The Houston Rockets have not gotten off to the start many expected they would going 0-2 after a loss to the Detroit Pistons on Friday. The Rockets went 4-0 in the preseason and many thought that would continue right into the regular season after the trade for Kevin Durant this past offseason.
Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27
CBS Sports: Rockets' Alperen Sengun Could Garner MVP Consideration
Following the injury to Fred VanVleet, it was very clear that Alperen Sengun was going to have a much different role for the Houston Rockets this season.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 21
Alperen Sengun's shooting transforms Rockets offense in opener
The Houston Rockets got a sweet shooting addition to their front court to open up their offense in the new season. But it wasn't the one they expected in Tuesday's 125-124 2OT loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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