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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 14
Rockets Given Shocking Record in Recent Standings Projections
Many fans and analysts expect the Houston Rockets to finish similarly in 2026 as they did in 2025. They have most of their main pieces returning, along with key upgrades, highlighted by Kevin Durant, of course.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / October 14
Rockets to Cut Ties With $122M Star as Kevin Durant’s Future in Houston Hangs in Balance
The Houston Rockets are heading into the third game of their 2025 preseason slate. With a hope of keeping their winning streak intact, Kevin Durant & Co.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 14
Houston Rockets' Seeding Won’t Matter as Much This Season
The Houston Rockets are halfway through their 2025 preseason schedule. Through two games, Ime Udoka has mismatched his lineups with Kevin Durant sitting out game one before making his debut in game two.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / October 14
Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight? Where to Watch Rockets vs Pelicans Preseason Game
The Houston Rockets roll into Legacy Arena at the BJCC riding the momentum of two straight preseason wins. Tonight, they face the New Orleans Pelicans in what’s shaping up to be another key tune-up before opening night.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Kevin Durant Eyes Historic Milestone with Rockets
The Kevin Durant scoring chase has officially entered historic territory. After joining the Houston Rockets in one of the most shocking offseason moves in years, the future Hall of Famer is not just aiming another deep playoff run: he’s chasing immortality.
Kevin Durant News / Burn City Sports / October 13
Kevin Durant says Suns have 'no expectations' for 2025-2026 season
GLENDALE – Current Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is still one of the greatest basketball players on the planet and one of the most entertaining follows on social media.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13
Rockets' Young Trio Ranked Toward the Top Compared to the Rest of the NBA
Over the last two seasons, depth has become a key factor in the Houston Rockets' rise to success. With plenty of fresh legs from recent draft picks, the Rockets have had a consistently deep rotation that has contributed to their elite play, particularly on the defensive end.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13
Houston Rockets' Last Two Preseason Games Should Tell Us More About the Rotation
The Houston Rockets have been off for the last several days after their 140-127 win over the Utah Jazz. Preseason usually is not a time to pay too much attention to stats and records, as most teams are rolling out a vanilla game plan and sitting their leading players for part, if not all, of the game.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13
Rockets’ Offense Looking Much-Improved in Early Preseason
There were only a few things that could’ve caused another round of contention-esque conversations around the Houston Rockets in preseason. But showing off the best offense in the league through a few games was certainly one of them.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / October 13
'Unreal' – Jazz Rookie Reflects on Facing Idol Kevin Durant in First NBA Game
Utah Jazz rookie forward Ace Bailey got to play against his favorite player, Kevin Durant, over the past week. Bailey had his preseason debut against the Houston Rockets and had a decent game.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / October 13
Kevin Durant Says Suns No Longer Have Championship Expectations Since He Left
Kevin Durant does not hold back from being blunt with his fans. Following the trade to the Rockets and the start of the preseason, Durant has been targeted by Suns fans who seem to be relishing the aftermath of his move.
Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 12
Utah Jazz's Ace Bailey Opens Up on Matchup With Kevin Durant
The Utah Jazz got their feet wet in the preseason action this past week with a pair of preliminary road matchups vs. the Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 11
First Preseason Game Already Showed How Kevin Durant Raises Everyone’s Game
The Houston Rockets and their fans had to wait an extra two days for the debut of Kevin Durant in a Rockets uniform. Durant was ruled out right before the first preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 11
Durant’s Opening Conspiracy Sparks Debate Over NBA Scheduling
Kevin Durant‘s opening night conspiracy became one of the NBA’s biggest talking points this week after he voiced his opinion on Houston’s duel against the OKC Thunder.
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10
Kevin Durant has notable comments about ex-teammate Russell Westbrook
Kevin Durant may finally be extending an olive branch to his former co-star. The new Houston Rockets star Durant appeared this week on FanDuel TV’s “Up & Adams.” During the interview, Durant was asked about his former teammate Russell Westbrook, who remains an unsigned free agent, and made some notable comments in response.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 9
Kevin Durant’s Defiance: 37 is Just a Number in Houston
Kevin Durant‘s age defiance was on full display Wednesday night in Salt Lake City. When the star stepped onto the court for his Rockets debut on Wednesday against the Jazz, he was greeted by cheers and expectations.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / October 9
What we learned from Rockets' first game in Kevin Durant era
The Rockets didn’t need fireworks to announce a new era. They just needed balance.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 9
Jazz rookie Ace Bailey aces test in preseason debut, draws high praise
Bailey scored 25 points, connecting on 11 of 16 shots from the field.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 9
Kevin Durant's 'dope' reunion plan hit with reality check
The Houston Rockets star would love nothing more than to reunite with an old teammate nearly a decade after their infamous split on the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / October 8
Rockets confident extension with Kevin Durant will get done this month
There’s growing optimism in Houston that Kevin Durant will have a new deal in place before the regular season begins Oct. 21, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 30
Kevin Durant alone can’t save the Rockets’ middling offense
Last season, despite finishing 52–30 and grabbing the No. 2 seed in the West, the Houston Rockets’ offense was middling.
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