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Much has been said about the Houston Rockets' offseason additions and the return of some impact rotation players from last season. Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson have dominated the discussion regarding Houston's ability to contend next season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 10

Rockets GM Thrilled About Signing ‘Fantastic’ Dorian-Finney Smith

One of the biggest reasons why the Houston Rockets have aced this summer is due to Dorian Finney-Smith signing. From nailing the Kevin Durant blockbuster

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 10

Rockets Jabari Smith Jr. Ranks as 20th-Best Power Forward

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. has been one of the league's more underrated players since joining the Houston Rockets. Part of that is due to his slow start at the onset, as he struggled to adapt to the NBA.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Multiple Former, One Active Rocket Listed Among Hall-of-Fame 'Locks'

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has received a lot of criticism from sports fans for its increased leniency for inducted players. Basketball's ultimate fraternity has had somewhat of a blackmark on its legacy due to the amount of talent, or lack thereof, that it lets in.

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

NFL News / purplePTSD.com / September 5

Za’Darius Smith Is on the Move

In 2022, the Minnesota Vikings needed a running mate for Danielle Hunter in an attempt to form a strong pass-rushing duo on the edges. Once the Packers released long-time defender Za’Darius Smith, the Vikings poached and hired the defender on a fairly cheap deal.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Five-Star Jordan Smith Jr. Poised to Draw Elite Attention From Duke

Jordan Smith Jr., the 6-foot-2 shooting guard from Paul VI Catholic in Virginia, welcomed Duke head coach Jon Scheyer for an in-home visit Thursday, a source told Rivals Joe Tipton.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 3

Houston Rockets: Evaluating How Jabari Smith Jr. Can Improve

Selected at No. 3 overall in the 2022 NBA Draft, forward Jabari Smith Jr. has long been an important part of the Rockets rotation. And as the team moves into contention, that will remain true.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 1

Rockets’ Kevin Durant Could Offer Mentor for Jabari Smith Jr.

The Houston Rockets have numerous names to watch out for next season. Alperen Sengun — now a one-time All-Star — could still improve as he ascends into the NBA’s upper echelon.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 31

Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Gets Picked for Most Improved Player of Year

The last time the Houston Rockets took the court, they were in a battle-tested bloodbath against the Golden State Warriors in the opening round of the playoffs. For the Rockets' young guys, it was their first taste of meaningful, pressure-packed basketball.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

Duke Losing Steam for Nation’s No. 2 Prospect, 5-Star Guard

Duke is losing steam for the nation’s No. 2 prospect in the 2026 class, according to national analysts. For a while, the Blue Devils appeared to have the most buzz for All-American Brandon McCoy, a 2026 five-star combo guard.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 27

Which teams could take on Nick Smith Jr.'s contract for draft capital?

The NBA's new CBA, which started in 2023, has made making trades more difficult than ever. Salary dumps are more prevalent than ever as teams try to avoid the dreaded second apron, but there are more difficulties in finding another team that can make said deal.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 15

Brian Windhorst says he loves what Jabari Smith told Houston Rockets the moment they drafted him, predicts his future

Jabari Smith Jr. was one of the most touted players coming out of college as he had stellar performances for Auburn. The 22-year-old was expected to be picked first overall by the Orlando Magic, but slipped to third overall in the 2022 NBA Draft and was selected by the Houston Rockets.

Entertainment News / Music Times / August 10

Busta Rhymes Dismisses Former Assistant's Allegations as 'Disgruntled' Claims

Busta Rhymes is firing back at his former assistant's claims, calling them the work of a "disgruntled" ex-employee. The rapper, whose real name is Trevor Smith Jr., is facing a federal lawsuit filed by Dashiel Gables, who accuses him of assault, battery, and workplace abuse.

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Jordan Smith, Nation’s No. 2 Prospect Has Leader in Recruitment

The recruitment of the nation’s No. 2 prospect, 2026 five-star shooting guard Jordan Smith Jr., has a leader, analysts say. The 6-foot-3 Smith recently disclosed a final six of Arkansas, Duke, Georgetown, Indiana, Kentucky and Syracuse.

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The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time

The NBA has produced some memorable characters during its long and storied existence, but some were undoubtedly more peculiar than others. Here's our look at 25 that stand out -- for better or worse, listed in alphabetical order.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 1

Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Provides All-World Praise for Amen Thompson

It's no secret the Houston Rockets have one of the strongest young cores in the league, as the roster is filled with young talent from top to bottom. That young core was a major part of landing the Western Conference's No.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Behind the Scenes: Jabari Smith's Offseason Grind

The Houston Rockets, after winning 52 games and making the playoffs for the first time since the 2020 season, have high hopes going into the upcoming season.

College Basketball News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / July 22

Five-Star Guard Plans to Visit Duke Basketball Program Again

Paul VI Catholic High School (Va.) backcourt phenom Jordan Smith Jr. hasn't named finalists in his recruitment. Moreover, the longtime Duke basketball target hasn't confirmed a date for picking a winner.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 8

Charlote Hornets guard Nick Smith Jr. has a couple of words for critics

The Charlotte Hornets have a lot of young guards on their roster right now, including Nick Smith Jr. He was one of the young players who were able to get a lot of playing time last season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 5

Hornets' backcourt jam puts Nick Smith Jr. firmly on the trade radar

The Charlotte Hornets have a surplus of guards, and with the team signing all four of its draft picks to standard contracts, they are four over the 15-man roster limit.

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.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / May 8

Former NBA Star Reveals He Cried After Cavs-Knicks Trade

J.R. Smith was once among the best role players in the NBA. The 2013 6th Man of The Year last played during the 2019-20 season when he was a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 8

JR Smith's Priceless Real-Time Reaction To The Knicks Beating Celtics In Game 2

Former NBA player JR Smith shared a priceless, real-time reaction to his former team, the New York Knicks, coming up with a win against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the playoffs. The former Knicks guard could be seen commenting through the screen, pleading his team to lock in on defense in the last possession of the game.

NBA News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / April 29

Kentucky Visiting Duke Basketball Target at Blue Devil Pipeline School

Five-star guard Jordan Smith Jr. remains a priority target on the 2026 Duke basketball recruiting trail. But the competition is heating up in his high-profile recruitment, with bluebloods and others clearly liking what they've seen when it comes to the Paul VI Catholic High School (Va.) junior's off-the-charts continued development.