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Rockets’ Kevin Durant gets brutally honest on just missing 31,000-point club vs. Kings

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant came four points shy of joining one of basketball’s most exclusive clubs against the Sacramento Kings, and he did not hide how much the near miss stung.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 4

What Kevin Durant once told Giannis Antetokounmpo about leaving Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks has been the subject of speculation for months, and that speculation has reached a fever pitch in the past few days.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 4

'The Paint Was Open' – Houston Rockets Dominate the Interior in Blowout Victory Vs. Sacramento Kings

The Houston Rockets opened their two-game homestand with an impressive 121-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday evening, where they maximized their size advantage.

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The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

The Houston Rockets Face Its First Red Alert Of The Season

The Houston Rockets have spent the opening weeks of the season building a reputation for consistency, poise, and structure. With Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun setting the tone, the team displayed the balance required to compete at the top of the Western Conference.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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?

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / December 2

Kevin Durant Impressed by Utah Jazz G Keyonte George

Within the Utah Jazz's back-to-back rematch and win against the Houston Rockets, third-year guard Keyonte George turned out to piece together a statement bounce-back game compared to the brutal outing that was his zero-point, eight-turnover performance over the weekend.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 2

High Scoring Can't Save The Rockets From Bad Defense

The Houston Rockets just lost a game that could be in contention for their worst loss of the season regardless of how the rest of the year goes. Many of the players came out flat offensively; Houston's top players scoring high point totals mostly through the high volume of opportunities they were taking.

Kevin Durant News / Utah Jazz on SI / December 2

Utah Jazz Leaned on One Player to Limit Kevin Durant vs. Rockets

It's never a simple task when it comes to stopping Kevin Durant. Even during year 18 suiting up in the league, Durant is consistently a problem for opposing

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 1

Kevin Durant’s Role Appears to Be Reduced, but It’s Perfect for the Rockets

There's no doubt that Kevin Durant has an argument for the most talented scorer in NBA history, and he isn't even retired yet. At 37 years old, the Slim Reaper can still get buckets in every which way and has a legitimate shot to get the Houston Rockets their first championship since 1995.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 1

Rockets Rise, Challenge Thunder in NBC Sports' Latest NBA Power Rankings

At 13-4, the Houston Rockets have played the fewest games of any team in the NBA, but aside from the Oklahoma City Thunder, perhaps they've shown the most.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 1

Both Rockets and Jazz Will be Without Centers Tonight

On Sunday night, the Houston Rockets took on the Utah Jazz, earning their thirteenth win of the season in blowout fashion. While the Jazz have been better than anticipated this season, the return of superstar Kevin Durant — mixed with Reed Sheppard's continued stellar play — was too much for Utah to handle.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Reed Sheppard Earns Starting Spot in Durant’s Triumphant Return

The Houston Rockets extended their strong start to the season with a dominant 129–101 win over the Utah Jazz, and the night delivered two clear storylines.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Rockets’ Kevin Durant passes Alex English in NBA history with bucket vs. Jazz

Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant made NBA history in Sunday’s 121-101 win against the Utah Jazz, surpassing Hall of Fame center Alex English for most field goals made.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 30

Surging Rockets keep rolling with thumping of Jazz

Alperen Sengun scored a game-high 27 points and Kevin Durant added 25 to lead the visiting Houston Rockets to a dominant 129-101 win over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Sunday.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Kevin Durant can still get buckets at 37 — but there are warning signs

Many have called Kevin Durant the most gifted scorer in NBA history. But the question now is: how much longer can he keep it going? Now 37 years old, Durant is quietly posting some of the worst offensive numbers of his career, which has been overshadowed by the Rockets’ early success.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 29

Kevin Durant set to return as red-hot Rockets visit Jazz

The Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz both come into Sunday's matinee in Salt Lake City riding some positive momentum. Houston, powered by one of the best

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 29

Is Rockets' Kevin Durant No Longer a Top-10 Player?

Recently, the NBA has undergone a changing of the guard. The mainstay superstars of old have been replaced. Better yet supplanted. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James doesn't get mentioned as a top-five player anymore.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / November 27

Kevin Durant has decided the next team he wants to join after Houston Rockets, claims ex-star

Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets during the NBA offseason and so far the move has paid off. The Houston Rockets have already established themselves as one of the best teams in the Western Conference, sitting in fourth place at 12-4.

Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / November 26

Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight? Rockets vs. Warriors Injury Report, Where to Watch NBA Cup & More (Nov. 26)

The Rockets and Warriors will enter tonight’s NBA Cup matchup with identical 1-2 records in West Group play. Houston arrives carrying far better overall momentum at 11-4 with a dominant Sunday win over the Phoenix Suns.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 25

Rockets' Kevin Durant Shares Thoughts on Load Management

In sports, players from older eras and generations constantly look down and frown upon the newer, more modern eras. Well, in life, really. Hence the get off my lawn expression.

NBA News / Burn City Sports / November 24

Two main factors in Phoenix Suns’ matchup vs Rockets without Durant

Monday night’s matchup against the Houston Rockets was supposed to feel different for the Phoenix Suns, though the reunion of Kevin Durant returning to Phoenix will have to wait.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 24

Without Kevin Durant, ascending Rockets visit surging Suns

Kevin Durant's much-anticipated return to Phoenix will have to wait. A lightning rod for the Suns' successes and failures in his two full seasons in the Valley, Durant has been ruled out for personal reasons when the Houston Rockets visit Phoenix on Monday night.

NBA News / Burn City Sports / November 23

Kevin Durant to miss Suns vs Rockets matchup

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns won’t see a reunion with forward Kevin Durant when the team takes on the Houston Rockets on Monday night. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Durant will miss the Rockets’ next two games due to a family matter, including the one against Phoenix.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / November 23

Rockets star Kevin Durant out two games for personal matter

Rockets forward Kevin Durant will miss Houston’s next two games as he steps away to handle a family matter, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Rockets visit the Suns on Monday and head to Golden State on Wednesday.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 23

Report: Rockets F Kevin Durant (personal) to miss two games

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant will miss at least two games as he tends to a family matter, ESPN reported Sunday. Durant is expected to be out for road games against his former teams when he misses Monday's contest at Phoenix and Wednesday's matchup at Golden State.