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Rockets' Biggest Offseason Regret is Failing to Extend Tari Eason

The Houston Rockets had so many home run moves this offseason that it's hard to point to anything they did as a mistake. From trading for Kevin Durant to supplementing the rotation with Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela and Josh Okogie, to re-working Fred VanVleet's contract, the Rockets had an A-plus summer.

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Rockets' Reed Sheppard Deemed 'Most Impactful' Player from 2024 Draft Class

The discourse surrounding Reed Sheppard has been rather inconsistent. And a bit rushed. People seemed quick to write him off and call him a bust after just one year into his NBA career.

Kevin Durant News / EasySportz / November 21

Kevin Durant is The Perfect Fit For This Young Rockets Team

How the arrival of Kevin Durant is accelerating a young core’s leap to contender status. The Houston Rockets have opened the 2025-26 season at 10-3, and that record says plenty about the shift underway inside the franchise.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 21

Rockets Should Trade Amen Thompson And Alperen Sengun To Land Kyrie Irving, Says Former Mavericks Player

The Rockets’ apparent need for a starting-caliber point guard came to the surface when they lost Fred VanVleet to a season-ending ACL injury before training camp even began.

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Reed Sheppard News / NBA Analysis Network / November 20

Reed Sheppard’s performance leap has been exactly what the Houston Rockets needed, he’s a different player

The Houston Rockets have been rolling as they have won their last five games in a row. The Houston Rockets have already established their dominance in the Western Conference, sitting in 3rd place and 3.5 games back of first.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 20

Red-hot Rockets, Nuggets square off with NBA Cup group lead on the line

Houston will host Denver on Friday in a pivotal NBA Cup matchup featuring the top two teams in West Group C. It's a tight battle with all five teams in the group holding identical 1-1 records, though the Rockets and Nuggets lead in point differential.

Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 20

Rockets Don't Need Fred VanVleet Replacement Amid Hot Start

When the Houston Rockets lost Fred VanVleet before the start of the season due to an ACL tear, there wasn't so much panic as there was legitimate concern for the year.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

The NBA Cup Brings You: Jokic Versus Sengun

The Houston Rockets remain on course for a stellar season. Once again, they’re in the mix for the second seed in a loaded Western Conference. They’re also still alive in the NBA Cup.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 20

NBA Coaches Provide Explanation for League-Wide Injuries Affecting Rockets

After a string of disappointing games against the Oklahoma City Thunder and Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets wing Tari Eason turned it on, in a major way.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 20

Rockets Alperen Sengun Ranks as NBA's Sixth-Best Player

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has absolutely ascended this season. He's starting to become a household name. He's no longer an underrated up-and-coming young talent.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 20

Multiple Rockets Stars Land in The Athletic's NBA Readers' Poll

A little over a week ago, The Athletic's NBA staff released their top 25 NBA players of the 21st century. The list featured many stars who came through the Houston Rockets' organization, whether they were in their primes or not, showcasing how much talent they have attracted over the last 25 years.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 20

Aaron Holiday Proves Rockets' Ime Udoka Right in Gritty Win

Although Aaron Holiday is in his third season with the Houston Rockets, he hasn't quite been a key role player. Far from it, actually. Not necessarily because he isn't capable, but more so because of the minimal role and playing time.

Alperen Sengun News / Hardwood Heroics / November 20

'I Never Back Down From Anybody' – Houston Rockets’ Alperen Sengun Hits Franchise Record in Win Vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

Last night, the Houston Rockets extended their winning run to five games, following a 114-104 road victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Overall, they have now won 10 of their last 11 games. Alperen Sengun played a pivotal role in the win, as he won his key matchups versus Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.

Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 20

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun torches Cavs with historic stat line

Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun continued his ascent as one of the NBA’s premier big men after another stellar showing on Wednesday. Sengun led the Rockets to their fifth straight win after beating the Cleveland Cavaliers, 114-104, at Rocket Arena.

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Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 19

NBA roundup: Alperen Sengun, Rockets hold off Cavs

Alperen Sengun scored 28 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Kevin Durant added 20 points and the visiting Houston Rockets emerged with a 114-104 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 19

Alperen Sengun Coldly Addresses Evan Mobley Matchup: 'I Never Back Down'

Alperen Sengun led the Rockets to their fifth consecutive win after a 114-104 victory against the Cavaliers. This was a highly anticipated matchup for Rockets fans as Sengun locked horns with the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, Evan Mobley.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / November 19

Cavs come up short vs. Rockets, with familiar issues popping up

Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 114-104 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. 1. It’s hard to get worked up at this time of year, solely because we’re gonna do this another 66 times.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 19

Rockets Come Up With Massive Win Against Cavaliers: Prove They Are Legitimate Title-Contenders

The Houston Rockets went to Cleveland on Wednesday night hoping to prove themselves against a legitimate title contender. They left with what might be their most convincing win so far.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 19

Three Takeaways as Houston Rockets Blast Cavaliers in Cleveland

The Houston Rockets took a flight to Ohio for a key road matchup against a fellow title contender and escaped with a 114-104 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 19

Alperen Sengun leads Rockets to fifth straight win over Cavaliers

Alperen Sengun scored 28 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Kevin Durant had 20 points to lead the visiting Houston Rockets to a 114-104 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 20