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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24
Rockets wanted championship spotlight — Lakers might expose them on Christmas
The Houston Rockets will play on Christmas Day, the NBA’s biggest regular-season stage, for the first time since 2019. It’s the kind of opportunity the Rockets envisioned when making the offseason trade for Kevin Durant.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24
James Harden clears 1 thing up about relationship with Kevin Durant
It has been years since James Harden and Kevin Durant last played as teammates, but in the eyes of the Los Angeles Clippers star, his relationship with his fellow future Basketball Hall of Famer remains the same.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / December 24
Rockets Player Ratings: Kevin Durant And Alperen Sengun Benched In The 4th Quarter In Blowout Loss To Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers have piled on the misery on the Houston Rockets, blowing them out 128-108 at the Intuit Dome on Tuesday. All seemed well for the Rockets when they led 35-29 at the end of the first quarter, but they lost their way defensively after that.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Durant News / HITC / December 23
The Houston Rockets issue that even Kevin Durant is struggling to fix this season
The Houston Rockets’ recent defeat to the Sacramento Kings has brought an old issue back into focus. When the Rockets traded for Kevin Durant, the move was seen as a clear signal they planned to compete for a title this season.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
The Rockets Need To Stack Signature Wins
The Houston Rockets finally got a signature win against one of the teams ahead of them in the Western Conference standings. In a rematch against the Denver Nuggets, the Rockets blew the game open in the second half and cruised to a complete victory.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 22
Five Out: What’s holding the Rockets back this season? 
It’s FIVE OUT. Back for the Holidays! Home for Christmas! I’ve got some bad news for you, though. These are five things that I think are separating the Rockets from real contention this season, so far.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
LISTEN: Audio Between Kevin Durant and Bruce Brown in Recent Rockets-Nuggets Contest
The Houston Rockets' game against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday became a bit more of a showdown than expected initially. The two teams squared off less than a week before the contest, which resulted in an overtime loss for the Rockets. Granted, the officiating played a large part.
NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / December 22
Kevin Durant Reveals His All-Time NBA Ranking for Nikola Jokic
The Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets have battled it out twice in the past week, and a split gives the Nuggets a 2-1 season series lead with one more game left in March.
Kevin Durant News / NBA Analysis Network / December 22
Houston Rockets have a problem even Kevin Durant can’t solve this season
The Houston Rockets have a serious vulnerability as a side that has been exposed after their latest loss to the Sacramento Kings. When the Houston Rockets made the decision to trade for Kevin Durant, many felt it was a sign they were going to be contenders this season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 22
More Rockets Recognized in Another NBA Top 25 Under 25 List
The Houston Rockets have made incredible strides due to the addition of key veterans, most notably Kevin Durant. However, the young core cannot be overstated enough, as they have been major catalysts for a championship contender.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 22
Leaked Audio Reveals Kevin Durant ‘Crossed the Line’ With Ruthless Trash Talk Against Former Teammate
Let’s be real for a second: we don’t just watch the NBA for the pick-and-rolls or the defensive schemes. We watch it for the drama. We watch it for the pettiness.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / December 22
NBA Makes Kevin Durant Announcement on Sunday
Kevin Durant is looking to lead the Houston Rockets to their second win in two nights on Sunday. They face the Sacramento Kings on the road, following Houston’s 115-101 win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 21
Rockets' Kevin Durant Showers Nuggets' Nikola Jokic with Praise
Much has been said about the Houston Rockets' wonky schedule. Wonky may not even be the best word, as it doesn't do the situation the best justice. Houston has played just 25 games, as of this writing, which is still the league's fewest.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / December 21
KD Takes The Wheel To End Rockets’ Slump vs. Denver
After a rocky start to their road trip, the Houston Rockets defeated the Denver Nuggets 115-101 on Saturday afternoon. It was the second meeting between the two teams in the past five days.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21
Bruce Brown accuses Kevin Durant of disrespecting him
There was no love lost between two former Brooklyn Nets teammates over the weekend. Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets faced off on Saturday against Bruce Brown and the Denver Nuggets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Kevin Durant, Reed Sheppard lead Rockets to convincing win over Nuggets
Just one game after blowing a massive first-half lead, the Houston Rockets bounced back in a major way with a 115-101 win over the Denver Nuggets.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 20
Kevin Durant, Rockets surge ahead, hold off Nuggets
Kevin Durant scored 31 points, Reed Sheppard went 6-for-9 on 3-pointers on his way to 28 points and the visiting Houston Rockets beat the Denver Nuggets 115-101 on Saturday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 20
NBA Veteran Believes Kevin Durant is the Best Scorer in League History
While the Houston Rockets have Kevin Durant in what could be the final chapter of his long and illustrious career, that doesn't take away from his stardom.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 19
Why Rockets still have late-game problems despite having Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets coughed up a 25-point lead in their 133-128 overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday. “That’s not who we are, and I hate that it happened like this,” Kevin Durant said after the game.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 19
Rockets’ Kevin Durant receives ‘best scorer in NBA history’ claim
Amid Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant’s 18th NBA season, the future Hall of Fame forward is receiving his flowers as the best scorer in NBA history from Marcus Morris.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 18
Rockets' second-half collapse to lowly Pelicans leads to third loss in four games
Houston led New Orleans by as many as 25 points in the second half.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / December 17
Kevin Durant Puts Blame on 4x NBA Champion for All-Star Chaos
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant has been a staple in the NBA All-Star Game since 2009. The only year he missed it was in 2020, as he was rehabbing from a torn Achilles tendon.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / December 6
Kevin Durant joins elite club on milestone night for the all-time great
Kevin Durant did what he does best on Friday night — score in an efficient manner while leading his team to victory.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6
Kevin Durant joins elite club as Rockets sink Suns
Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 59 points to pace a blistering shooting effort, and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 117-98 victory over the visiting Phoenix Suns on Friday.
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