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Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Former NBA Exec Reveals Problem With Rockets After Big Moves

The NBA offseason is in full swing, and the Houston Rockets have been one of the most active teams in the league. While the draft serves as the unofficial start of the offseason, the Rockets were already getting set for next season on the day of Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / July 2

Rockets lineup versatility might be unmatched in the NBA

The Legos are all there - build something cool, Ime. The Houston Rockets might have the most lineup versatility in the NBA. They can play it anyway they want it, or rather, the way that gives them the biggest advantage.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Rockets’ Kevin Durant promises to ‘troll on Twitter’ until he ‘expires’

Kevin Durant may have recently changed shops and will be seen playing for the Houston Rockets next season. However, that is expected to bring forth no change to his online activities.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 2

Will Rockets' GM Lure Former All-NBA Guard to the Houston Rockets?

In what has been one of the most productive offseasons for the Houston Rockets, it has also been one of the most intriguing for other teams around the league.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 2

Rockets Star Kevin Durant and Lakers' LeBron James Debate the Mid-Range Game

It is not often that fans of basketball can watch two of the greatest minds, and not just two of the greatest players, in the history of the game sit down and talk basketball.

Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 2

VanVleet Is Still The Rockets' Leader

The Houston Rockets have elevated their championship chances significantly in the first few days of the offseason. The expectations for next season are much higher than those from this past season, as the team now has a premier scorer in Kevin Durant, along with some rising stars in Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 2

Rockets Making Win-Now Moves in Free Agency

The Houston Rockets have committed significant resources to their offseason moves so far. The headline addition is Kevin Durant, as the all-time forward brings his elite offensive talent to become the team's top bucket-getter.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Rockets May Trade Another Exciting Young Player

The Houston Rockets have been the darlings of the offseason so far. Their flagship move was to acquire the services of superstar mercenary Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant News / The SportsRush / July 2

Kevin Durant Gives Honest Feedback On Rockets Fans 'Embracing' Him

The biggest blockbuster trade of the offseason was arguably Kevin Durant’s move to the Houston Rockets, ending his turbulent two-year stint with the Phoenix Suns.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

The Rockets and Nuggets are ready to dethrone the Thunder out West

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the kings of not only the Western Conference but of the entire NBA. But several rivals are positioning themselves to dethrone the champs.

New Nuggets front office makes bold moves to shake up team

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 1

Kevin Durant Accidentally Dissed His New Teammate In Viral Moment With LeBron James

In a recent guest appearance on the 'Mind the Game' podcast, Kevin Durant spoke on countless subjects, including his career, the NBA, and life as a professional athlete.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 1

How Clint Capela Helps the Houston Rockets' Playoff Hopes

The Houston Rockets signed Clint Capela to a three year, $21.5 million dollar contract on Monday evening, marking the organizations second addition of the day.

Jabari Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 1

Dorian Finney-Smith Could be the 2025 Version of Luc Mbah a Moute for the Rockets

The Houston Rockets have been the talk of the offseason. The Rockets have been the busiest team in the NBA since the season ended with a Game 7 loss to the Golden State Warriors.

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Cam Whitmore News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 1

Rockets Continue to Explore Cam Whitmore Trades Amid Free Agency Start

The Houston Rockets have started 2025 free agency with some major splashes, signing a few major free agents to bolster the rotation. After the Rockets pulled off a massive blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, they continued to make headlines on day one of free agency.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Rockets’ Kevin Durant minds the game, brilliantly explains mid-range jumpers

Kevin Durant hasn’t played a minute for the Houston Rockets, but he’s already making his presence felt, not with a ball in hand, but with a microphone in front of him.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / July 1

6 Moves Show Why The Rockets Are The Winners Of 2025 Offseason

The Houston Rockets are no longer rebuilding; they’re reloading. After a solid 52-30 season that saw them finish second in the Western Conference and push the Golden State Warriors to seven games in the first round, Houston made it clear: moral victories weren’t enough.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Rockets Reunion Now Gives Houston Three Viable Centers

The Houston Rockets won two championships in the 1990s with the great Hakeem Olajuwon manning the middle. Thirty years later, the team still seems to realize the importance of the center position.

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Rockets reunite with former starting center

The Houston Rockets are adding a familiar face to their revamped lineup for next season. Several reporters confirmed Monday that the Rockets are signing veteran big man Clint Capela to a three-year contract worth $21.5 million.

Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / June 30

Houston Rockets Add 3-And-D Wing During 2025 NBA Free Agency

The Houston Rockets may have been the most aggressive team in terms of shaking up their roster since the end of their season and today continues that.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Lakers dealt a blow with forward's move to Western Conference rival

The Lakers went into the offseason knowing they needed to add to their core of LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Early in free agency, they've had to subtract a player instead.

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Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / June 30