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Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 9

Alperen Sengun Makes EuroBasket History in Türkiye Win Over Poland

Throughout the tournament, Alperen Sengun has been the best player on the court in every single Turkiye game in the EuroBasket. Sengun was determined to help bring his country its first EuroBasket medal since 2001.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 9

Rockets' Superstar Ranks as NBA's Second-Best Forward

As Kevin Durant's career winds down, he's started getting his due praise. This summer, he was listed as the third-best small forward in NBA history, behind

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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.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 9

Young Rockets’ Stars Deemed Potential Hall of Famers

More names were added to basketball royalty last weekend, as the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame added new members on Sept. 5 and 6. In honor of that, ESPN released which current NBA players could be next, evaluating both locks, which players are on the bubble and more.

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Rockets' Amen Thompson Explains Disdain Towards Warriors

The disdain between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors is rich. Especially on Houston's end. Many Rockets players have bumped heads with Draymond

NBA News / Scoop B / September 9

Shaquille O’Neal Breaks Down Luka, LeBron, Lakers, Rockets, KD & Şengün, Plus Inside the NBA on ESPN

When it comes to basketball insight, Shaquille O’Neal commands attention. Whether dominating the paint during his Hall of Fame career or providing his

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Can Rockets' Two-Way Contract Players Make an Impact?

The Houston Rockets have been atop of headlines throughout the 2025 NBA offseason cycle with big splash acquisitions. From shipping out Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks in exchange for Kevin Durant, to signing Dorian Finney-Smith and now Alperen Sengun's electric Eurobasket performance, everyone is talking about the Rockets.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Who Steps Into Leadership Roles For the Rockets?

The Houston Rockets move into next season with some established leaders on the team. Fred VanVleet has been one of the team's vocal leaders since joining the team a few seasons ago.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Alperen Sengun's Efficiency in EuroBasket is an Encouraging Sign for 2025-26 Season

Coming into the EuroBasket tournament, most of the talk centered around players like three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, former MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, and multiple-time All-Star Luka Doncic.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Rockets' Amen Thompson Ranks as NBA's Third-Best Shooting Guard

In many respects, Amen Thompson is a unicorn. He possesses size that most point guards don't have. In fact, because of that size (in part), Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has had the confidence to move Thompson to the wing. But in all actuality, he can play any position on the floor.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 8

Rockets Could See Major Problems in 2026 if Extensions Are Distributed

The Houston Rockets are not yet finished with their offseason despite the success they have had over the last few months. The Rockets have made some key additions to put themselves in title contention, but in the NBA, things can shift as soon as they begin.

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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Four Current and Former Rockets Cited as Hall of Fame Locks

The Rockets have been one of the league’s best teams over the handful of years, seeing great success in the James Harden era, and quickly undergoing a rebuild that will see them as a contender next season.

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Rockets' Amen Thompson Gives Draymond Green His Flowers

Draymond Green and the Houston Rockets have a rivalry. It's been proven this offseason. Well, actually before that. I'm sure I know what you're thinking.

Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / September 7

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.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 7

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.

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.

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?

NBA 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.