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Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / June 30
Rockets Sign 41.1% Wing To $53 Million Deal, Completing Heist
HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets struck swiftly to lock in Dorian Finney-Smith on a four-year, $53 million contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported the agreement, which came together after Finney-Smith’s agent, Michael Tellem of Excel Sports, met with Rockets executives late Sunday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 30
Houston Rockets: What Role Will Jabari Smith Jr. Play Next Season?
The Houston Rockets gave Jabari Smith Jr. a five year, $122 million contract extension on Sunday evening, solidifying him as a long-term piece of the core.
The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz
Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?
NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 30
Lakers Bracing To Lose Dorian Finney-Smith To Rockets In NBA Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for a pivotal blow to their offseason strategy, as veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith is reportedly on the verge of signing a multi-year deal with the Houston Rockets, per Dan Woike.
Every NBA Finals MVP winner
Here is every winner of the NBA Finals MVP, a who’s who of Association history.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / June 30
Bag Secured! Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Contract Details Revealed
Houston Rockets fans will remember the summer of 2025 with uncommon fondness. Acquiring Kevin Durant from the Suns? Check. Drafting Duke Blue Devils giant Khaman Maluach?
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / June 30
Jabari Smith Jr’s $122 Million Extension Lets Rockets Stay Greedy
HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets have locked up a key piece of their future, as Jabari Smith Jr. will sign a five-year, $122 million extension. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the fully guaranteed deal ties Smith to Houston through the 2030-31 season.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / June 29
Reports: Rockets reward Jabari Smith Jr. with 5-year, $122M extension
The Houston Rockets and forward Jabari Smith Jr. agreed to a five-year, $122 million extension of his rookie contract, ESPN and The Athletic reported Sunday.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / June 25
Nolan Smith Jr. reveals opponent Eagles fans know will give them fits in 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles only lost three games during the regular season en route to their second Super Bowl title in franchise history. One of those three teams that beat them could be a problem once again in 2025.
New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / June 24
New York Knicks need to make additions in free agency more important than Giannis and Kevin Durant, claims JR Smith
Amid all the speculation over their next move with their coaching search, the New York Knicks are also set to tackle the draft and free agency. A pivotal moment for the New York Knicks came and went, with Kevin Durant available for a trade away from the Phoenix Suns.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Kevin Durant Instantly Makes Houston Rockets Lineup Better
The Houston Rockets will have one of the best lineups on the court at all times this season with the addition of Kevin Durant. Durant’s presence reshapes the Rockets from head to toe, influencing rotations, roles, strategies, and identity.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 24
Kevin Durant Is the Perfect Teacher to Help Jabari Smith Jr. Improve His Game
The Houston Rockets made news when they reportedly traded for future Hall of Famer and former MVP Kevin Durant. The Rockets and Phoenix Suns have been discussing a possible Durant trade since before the 2025 NBA trade deadline.
New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / June 24
JR Smith supports New York Knicks calling up ‘unbelievable coach’ to make U-turn, admits it’s wishful thinking
Former New York Knicks star JR Smith has given his thoughts on the team’s situation. The New York Knicks have a major dilemma on their hands as they conduct their coaching search.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 20
Jabari Smith Jr. Can Become Close To What The Rockets Seek To Acquire
The Phoenix Suns have been aggressive in trying to move on from Kevin Durant with a trade to one of Durant's preferred destinations. The Houston Rockets are a team that has constantly ranked near the top of potential teams that could afford to get a deal done and still compete after the trade.
NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / June 19
Mavs still looking to erase 8-year NBA Draft mistake
The Dallas Mavericks are less than a week away from the NBA Draft, where it will be hard to see them not take Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick.
Golden State Warriors News / NBA Analysis Network / June 14
‘I look at LeBron‘… JR Smith opens up on infamous Cavaliers blunder that led to the Warriors’ legendary 2018 sweep
The 2018 NBA Finals produced one unforgettable moment that basketball fans still discuss today. It wasn’t about the Golden State Warriors’ dominant sweep of Cleveland.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 13
J.R. Smith Sets The Record Straight On His Infamous 2018 Finals Blunder
At first glance, the 2018 NBA Finals don't look like anything special. The Warriors beat the Cavaliers 4-0 that year in a dominant display of greatness.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / June 7
10 Best NBA Draft Picks In New Orleans Pelicans History
While he played just two seasons with New Orleans, J.R. Smith was tied for fifth in 2004-05 Rookie of the Year voting. He started 81 games for the team during those two years.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 9
JR Smith Admits He Cried When Knicks Traded Him To Cavs
The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired JR Smith and Iman Shumpert from the New York Knicks in January 2015. Smith and Shumpert helped the Cavaliers reach the 2015 NBA Finals, where LeBron James and Co.
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