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Rockets Add Former Defensive Player of the Year in $13 Million Deal

The Houston Rockets entered NBA free agency looking to strengthen an already promising roster, and on Wednesday they added one of the league's most accomplished defensive guards.

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What the Marcus Smart Signing Means for the Houston Rockets

At the start of NBA free agency on Tuesday, the Rockets and free agent Marcus Smart officially agreed to a deal to add the guard to Houston’s rotation for the foreseeable future.

Bogdan Bogdanovic News / The Dream Shake / July 1

Rockets sign Clippers Bogdan Bogdanovic

The Houston Rockets are adding to their depth by assigning former Los Angeles Clippers guard Bogdan Bogdanovich. ESPN insider Shams Charania was the first to report the news.

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How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Bogdan Bogdanovic News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Rockets To Sign Bogdan Bogdanovic

The Rockets have reached a contract agreement with free agent guard Bogdan Bogdanovic, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). According to Charania, Rockets executives recruited Bogdanovic on Tuesday and secured a commitment on a one-year deal.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 30

More Details Emerge on Rockets' Potential Deal For Marcus Smart

NBA free agency has arrived for the Houston Rockets this summer, and there still remain some key needs for the team to address. While Fred VanVleet picked

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 30

This Isn't The Rockets' Last Chance To Compete

The Houston Rockets are doing everything they can to create a championship team with Kevin Durant and their current cast of players. Instead of making a big swing like some of Houston's peers, the front office seems content to make moves on the margins to increase the production from the bench.

Fred VanVleet News / The Dream Shake / June 30

Fred VanVleet exercises player option to return to Rockets

According to team sources who spoke to The Athletic on Monday, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has activated his $25 million player option for the 2026–27 campaign.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Rockets rumors: The player most likely to get traded to help Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are one of several teams that likely need to make adjustments. Especially after the club experienced an early first-round exit from the playoffs after losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in six games.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Why Rockets aren’t in mix for Jaylen Brown trade

The Houston Rockets have had a quiet offseason thus far, mostly opting to wait on the sidelines ahead of free agency. Some have speculated that the Rockets could be a landing spot for disgruntled Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown, but thus far, nothing serious has materialized on that front.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 30

Rockets Might Be Falling Behind Amid NBA Free Agency News

NBA free agency is set to kick off tonight at 5 p.m. CT, opening the floodgates for player movement. But the headlines have already been making the rounds amid plenty of blockbuster trades finalized or nearing completion.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 30

Rockets Deemed Most Likely to Land Lakers Guard in NBA Free Agency

Ahead of NBA free agency, starting today at 5 p.m. CT, headlines are starting to heat up for the Houston Rockets. They already have most of their rotation set to return for the 2026-27 season, but one familiar foe could end up with the organization by the end of the summer.

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Anthony Edwards News / The Dream Shake / June 30

Should the Rockets make a run at Anthony Edwards?

The Houston Rockets’ brass has drawn a good bit of criticism this offseason for a lack of activity. Understandably, as we’ve seen other teams make moves,

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 29

What We Learned From Bruce Thornton’s First Press Conference as a Houston Rocket

The 2026 NBA Draft is in the rearview mirror, and the Houston Rockets made one key selection at the start of the second round. Bruce Thornton was drafted at No.

Tari Eason News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: How to Triage the Offseason Decisions That Actually Matter

Fantasy basketball managers have a laundry list of decisions to monitor as the 2026-27 NBA offseason continues to be the most eventful in recent history.

Tari Eason News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Rockets Extend Qualifying Offer To Tari Eason

The Rockets are extending an $8,014,182 qualifying offer to forward Tari Eason, making him a restricted free agent, Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports tweets. This confirms Iko’s report over the weekend that Houston was likely to give Eason his QO.

Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Rockets’ Fred VanVleet makes $25 million contract decision

After being ousted in the first round of the playoffs for a second year in a row, the Houston Rockets are evaluating all aspects of their roster. Now they know exactly where point guard Fred VanVleet stands entering the 2026-27 season.

Fred VanVleet News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Fred VanVleet To Exercise $25MM Player Option

Rockets guard Fred VanVleet will pick up his $25MM player option for the upcoming season, Clutch Sports CEO Rich Paul tells ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 28

Rockets to extend QO to Tari Eason; Nuggets to Spencer Jones

The Rockets don’t appear ready to let Tari Eason reach unrestricted free agency. According to Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports, Houston is expected to extend a qualifying offer to Eason, officially making the 24-year-old forward a restricted free agent and giving the Rockets the right to match any offer sheet he receives.

Kawhi Leonard News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Kawhi Leonard reportedly has interest in one new team

Leonard, who turns 35 on Monday, is coming off the strongest statistical season of his NBA career.

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NBA News / HITC / June 27

76ers rookie LaBaron Philon Jr. roasts Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun with harsh comment

Philadelphia 76ers rookie LaBaron Philon Jr. has allowed TikTok to form his impression of Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun. Sengun has solidified himself as an All-Star caliber player in the NBA, although his rough 2026 Playoffs performance has raised some questions about his status as one of the elite players in the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / The Lead / June 26

Houston Rockets 2026 NBA Draft Reaction

The Houston Rockets entered the second night of the 2026 NBA Draft without making a selection, but left with a clear victory. Before the second round even

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / June 22

Rockets reportedly willing to entertain trade talks across roster

The Rockets may not be blowing things up. But they also don’t sound like a team that’s interested in standing still. According to Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports, Houston has become more open to trade discussions after taking a hard look at where it stands compared to the NBA’s elite teams.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / June 21

Under-The-Radar Players The Rockets Could Acquire In 2026-27

The Houston Rockets have made it clear they are operating in win-now mode. After acquiring Kevin Durant last season and pairing him with Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, and a talented young core under contract, Houston enters the 2026-27 season with legitimate championship aspirations after a disappointing first-round exit.

Houston Rockets News / HITC / June 19

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.