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Kevin Durant Lifts Houston Rockets to Superstardom

Houston Rockets fans can expect bigger things in the 2025-26 NBA season. Kevin Durant’s arrival lifted the Rockets to superstardom. Not saying that the Rockets didn’t have any stars, as Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, Dillon Brooks, Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, and Tari Eason are star-studded players in Houston.

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Who Are the Keys to the Rockets' Defense?

The Houston Rockets and head coach Ime Udoka are expecting to carry over the same level of elite defense from their campaign a season ago. There are a few players the Rockets will count on to lead the rest of the defense.

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The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

Being tall tends to give you a better chance at success in basketball. Sometimes, though, players are so good that despite being short by NBA standards, they make a significant impact on the league.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 7

Alperen Sengun's Path to EuroBasket Championship Just Got a Little Easier

Alperen Sengun and Turkiye coming into the EuroBasket tournament were not regarded as one of the teams to watch when it came to winning a gold medal. With powerhouse teams like Germany, France, Serbia, and even Slovenia, Türkiye was an afterthought when it came to possible contenders.

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The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz

The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

Dwight Howard News / The Dream Shake / September 7

Former Rockets center Dwight Howard inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Another Houston Rockets player was inducted to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame this week when former Rockets center Dwight Howard received the honor over the weekend.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 7

Which Ex-Rockets Players Are Next In Line For Future Naismith Hall Of Fame Induction?

Last Saturday night, the gates of basketball immortality opened once again as the Naismith Hall of Fame welcomed the newest legends of the sport for this year’s class.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / September 7

Rockets 2025-26 Predictions: New Signing Gone By The Deadline

With predictions, it’s easy to over-indulge in the happily-ever-after or the doom-and-gloom. What about a prediction that sounds doom-and-gloom but is actually riding into the sunset?

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 7

Rockets' Kevin Durant Ranks as League's Second-Best Long-Range Shooter

Kevin Durant is an NBA legend. He's had one of the greatest NBA careers that we've ever seen. He's not exactly universally liked, but few have been better at what he does than he is.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 7

Ranking 25 Best Power Forwards For 2025-26 NBA Season

After ranking the league’s best point guards, shooting guards, and small forwards, it’s time to move up a position and focus on the power forwards. The role of the modern four has transformed into one of the most versatile positions in basketball, which is why some of the greats today occupy that spot.

PJ Washington News / Hoops Wire / September 7

West Notes: Rockets, outlook, Mavs, PJ Washington, Grizzlies

The Rockets made headlines by trading for Kevin Durant, but other offseason moves may prove just as important. Houston extended center Steven Adams and re-signed Fred VanVleet to a more team-friendly contract, as Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle noted.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 7

Five standout players from first EuroBasket knockout games

The first four games of the Round of 16 knockout phase at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 are in the books, and there were several standout performances.

Kristaps Porzingis has shown Celtics fans what they're missing

Nikola Jokic, Serbia eliminated by Finland, Lauri Markkanen in upset

Turkey, Germany both advance to the EuroBasket quarterfinals

Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA

NBA makes major move regarding Clippers, Kawhi Leonard investigation

Dwight Howard, others enter Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 6

How Do the Rockets Stack Up Against the Southwest Division This Season?

The Houston Rockets are set to begin a 2025-26 NBA season with major title hopes. With all-time great Kevin Durant at the helm, a team that was once regarded as an up-and-comer is poised for a huge leap.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 6

Rockets' Turkish Big Man Looks Like Himself in EuroBasket

The Houston Rockets' star big man, Alperen Sengun, is putting the basketball world on notice with his performance in the 2025 EuroBasket tournament. He leads the Turkish national team as its best player, creating opportunities for himself, his teammates, and playing impactful defense when necessary.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 6

Alperen Sengun Receiving Praise From NBA Legends and EuroBasket Opponents

Alperen Sengun has been one of the standouts of the EuroBasket 2025 tournament. Coming into the tournament, Türkiye was ranked 27th in the world and was an afterthought when it came to teams that fans and the media believed could not only win a medal but take home the gold.

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The '2,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

Cam Whitmore News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 6

Rockets' Cam Whitmore Deal Cited as One of Most Lofty Summer Deals

The Houston Rockets' multi-year rebuild proved fruitful, as it pertains to constructing a title-contending roster. The level of talent catapulted them to second in the Western Conference. They hadn't even sniffed the play-in tournament, let alone the playoffs, for nearly half a decade prior.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / September 6