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Rockets Get Major Fred VanVleet Update at Media Day

The Houston Rockets spent last season finding ways to survive without Fred VanVleet. Now, they are finally getting their veteran point guard back. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said at media day that VanVleet is expected to be a full participant and has already progressed to playing 5-on-5.

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Ime Udoka’s confession on Rockets crashing out of playoffs comes with warning to rest of NBA

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka acknowledged his team fell short of its internal expectations last season, but he made it clear that simply reaching the playoffs will not be enough as Houston prepares for the 2026-27 NBA season.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 22

Kevin Durant’s message to Rockets’ GM at end of last season should quiet trade rumors for now

Kevin Durant is one of the greatest players in NBA history. He has also found himself jumping from team to team far more often than the average megastar, though.

Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 22

Fred VanVleet’s full Rockets training camp injury clearance comes with 1 important caveat

The Houston Rockets are just days away from getting training camp underway for the 2026-27 NBA season. The Rockets are hoping to bounce back after an ugly first-round playoff loss to the Los Angeles Lakers this past season.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 22

This Rockets Player Is Ready For A Bigger Role

The Houston Rockets are set to start training camp this week. The franchise is heading into the introductory period with a few key differences from 2025, particularly in the backcourt.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 21

Why Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Could Be the Big Surprise of Rockets Camp

There are a lot of obvious names to watch when the Houston Rockets open training camp. Kevin Durant is going to get the attention. Amen Thompson is one of the most exciting young players in basketball.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 21

3 Rockets on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp

The Houston Rockets enter training camp with championship expectations, enviable depth and an inevitable numbers problem. Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 21

3 Early NBA Destinations for Kevin Durant in 2027

At 37 years old, Kevin Durant is still considered to be one of the top players in the NBA. Durant averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over 78 games last season, earning All-NBA Second Team honors.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 21

3 Factors That Could Complicate Houston Rockets Training Camp

Training camp for the Houston Rockets is set to begin this week. The Rockets are expected to enter next season as a top playoff contender in the Western Conference, led by a core mixed with proven veterans and maturing talent.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 20

Ex-Rockets Guard Fuels Potential Russell Westbrook NBA Comeback

Patrick Beverley has a complex history with Russell Westbrook. It started after Beverly collided with Westbrook during a 2013 playoff series between the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder, causing a season-ending injury to the nine-time All-Star.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 20

Which Houston Rockets Player Is Likely to Be Traded Next?

The Houston Rockets have an intriguing championship window. While the 37-year-old Kevin Durant should have the Rockets operating with a sense of urgency to maximize his value, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson have shown strong potential as franchise cornerstones for years to come.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 20

NBA scout sees Fred VanVleet as key to easing Rockets’ Kevin Durant dependence

The Rockets were “way too reliant” on Kevin Durant last season, according to an anonymous NBA scout. The playoffs made that painfully clear. Houston lost to the Lakers in six games after Durant injured his ankle, despite Los Angeles playing the entire series without Luka Doncic and most of it without Austin Reaves.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 19

The 3 Players Most on the Spot for Rockets as Training Camp Opens

There were no seismic moves for the Houston Rockets after a somewhat disappointing season that ended with a first round flameout against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / September 19

NBA Insider Predicts Rockets Will Make A Major Trade In Near Future

The Houston Rockets have already made one massive swing by acquiring Kevin Durant last offseason, but ESPN’s Brian Windhorst believes another significant trade could be coming in the future.

Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 19

Rockets rumors: Why 2026-27 season could determine Alperen Sengun’s future in Houston

Despite signing a five-year, $185 million extension, Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun’s future could be in jeopardy according to one NBA insider. The Rockets will look to build off their first-round playoff exit against the Los Angeles Lakers last season.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 19

3-Time All-Star Defends Kevin Durant’s Championship Legacy

The ultimate goal for an NBA player is to win a championship. Although all championships are weighed equally on paper, the public commentary behind each title varies depending on the player’s path to success.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 18

Kevin Durant Jersey Retirement Expected By Two NBA Teams

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant has a strong case as a future Basketball Hall of Famer. His achievements include two NBA championships, 16 All-Star selections, 12 All-NBA Team selections, and an NBA MVP award.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / September 18

Three areas the Rockets must improve this season

The Houston Rockets have turned the page on their 2025-26 campaign after an up-and-down season. The Rockets made the biggest move of the 2025 offseason when they traded for future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant, hoping he would be the missing piece in their championship hopes.

Bruce Thornton News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 18

NBA Player Comparisons for Rockets Rookie Bruce Thornton

With training camp soon approaching, it’s an opportune time to take a closer look at Houston Rockets rookie Bruce Thornton. The New York Knicks drafted Thornton with the No.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 17

Former Rockets Head Coach Joins New NBA Team

This week, TSN reported that Stephen Silas will be joining the Toronto Raptors as an assistant coach. Silas will be working under Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / September 13

Kevin Durant Reiterates Desire To Play For Team USA In 2028

Kevin Durant has won four Olympic gold medals and is Team USA’s all-time leading scorer. The Rockets’ star will be nearing 40 years old when the 2028 Olympics come around again, but despite his age and significant previous accomplishments, he’s not ready to hang up the international towel just yet.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / September 13

Rockets Notes: VanVleet, Thompson, Engelland, More

Rockets head coach Ime Udoka recently gave an encouraging health update on Fred VanVleet, who’s in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL he suffered a year ago, according to Brian Barefield of Big Sarge Media (Twitter video link).

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 8

Mike D’Antoni likes what Rockets have built, hasn’t completely closed door on coaching

Mike D’Antoni has been away from NBA head coaching for a while now. He still sounds like a coach. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of NBA On SI, D’Antoni praised the current Rockets roster and explained why he believes the talent would be fun to work with.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / September 7

Insider delivers harsh reality regarding Kevin Durant

Not so long ago, two-thirds of the NBA would've sold the farm to get their hands on Kevin Durant, and the other third would've at least considered it. But things change quickly in this line of business.

Former champion sounds the alarm on fatal Lakers playoff issue

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Hornets waive Kobe Stewart

Amen Thompson News / Yardbarker / September 3

Rockets secured a stunning bargain with Amen Thompson deal

The most impressive part about this new deal is the fact that the franchise will get to savor their young star for the foreseeable future without having to pay the usual premium which other players of his caliber demand nowadays.

Rockets, Thompson reach five-year, $208M extension

Jalen Brunson issues strong warning to former Knicks teammate

One new potential suitor has emerged for Jalen Duren

Klay Thompson wants to break a Heat record

Hawks, Skyhawks announce staffing changes

Amen Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3

Amen Thompson lands stunning new contract with the Rockets

Amen Thompson will be with the Houston Rockets for more years to come. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday that Thompson and the Rockets have agreed to a new multi-year deal.