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Houston Rockets News / The Spun / August 27
Kevin Durant Turns $250,000 Investment Into Estimated $60 Million
Over his two decades in the NBA, Kevin Durant has earned over $500 million just on salary and is projected to reach over $600 million by the time he calls it a career.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27
High Stakes Rockets Season In Three Parts 
In the fairly low global stakes fantasy world of sports the 2026-27 NBA season is a high stakes one for the Houston Rockets. We’ve reached a point where all three facets of the team: management, coaching, players, all need to deliver.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 27
Kevin Durant Emotionally Opens Up About Russell Westbrook’s Retirement
Russell Westbrook officially announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA on Aug. 12, and it hit his former teammate Kevin Durant hard. Durant sat down with Speedy Mormon on the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, and Westbrook’s retirement was brought up on the show.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27
Rockets add another center to the roster
With the calendar about to switch over to September, the NBA inches closer and closer to a new season. The Houston Rockets and the rest of the NBA won’t officially be back on the court until the end of the month, when teams start training camp, but the Rockets are still filling out the end of their bench as the season approaches.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Houston Rockets make a change to a two-way spot
Roughly a month from the start of training camp, the Houston Rockets have reshuffled the bottom of the roster. Houston has swapped out one of its two-way slots, replacing guard Tristen Newton with center Rafael Castro.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Amen Thompson Predicted as Serious Candidate for Major NBA Award
Amen Thompson is garnering a reputation for being one of the most exciting players to watch in the NBA. Last season, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists on 53.4% field goal shooting over 79 games.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 26
Rockets Sign Rafael Castro To Two-Way Deal, Cut Tristen Newton
After signing Sean Pedulla to a two-way contract last week, the Rockets have brought in another newcomer on a two-way deal, announcing today that they’ve finalized an agreement with undrafted George Washington big man Rafael Castro, per Ben DuBose of RocketsWire.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Kyrie Irving News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Should the Houston Rockets Trade for Kyrie Irving This Offseason?
With training camp set to begin in less than a month, there is ongoing speculation that the Houston Rockets could make a major trade prior to its start.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 25
Where will the Rockets finish in 2026-2027?
The Houston Rockets are predicted by ESPN’s summer prediction series to tie for third place in the 2026–27 Western Conference standings, according to a survey of its NBA insiders.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Houston Rockets Receive Favorable Projection for Next Season
With training camp set to begin in September, the majority of NBA franchises have nearly finalized their rosters for the upcoming season. For this reason, various media outlets have made their projections on where each team will stand in 2027.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 24
The top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years: 10-6
The penultimate edition of Yardbarker’s top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Houston Rockets Team Awards for 2025-2026
With another NBA season officially in the books, it’s time to recognize the players who made the biggest impact for the Houston Rockets. Here are the site's team awards for the 2025-2026 season.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 24
Three players the Rockets could trade for in 2026-2027
I try to use this space to write high-brow (by sports standards) pieces about the Houston Rockets. Firstly, SB Nation is the best. There is absolute freedom here.
Daly: NHL expansion to Houston, Austin could come by 2029-30
It looks like the NHL might be on its way to expanding after all. When speaking to the media in Munich, Germany, on Friday as part of the NHL European Media Tour, deputy commissioner Bill Daly addressed possible near-term expansion, with the Lone Star State a key player.
Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / August 22
Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade
Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 22
Where Kevin Durant Fits Among Dominant Players of the 2010s
One of the biggest factors in basketball's greatest-of-all-time debate is the difference between eras. Due to the variance in competition, rules, and playing styles over the years, it is difficult to compare the career of a Hall of Fame talent, like Bill Russell, to a modern-day star, such as Nikola Jokic.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 22
Rockets Star Kevin Durant Continues to Strengthen His Texas Roots
On Thursday, Boardroom Hospitality, owned by Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant, announced that Austin Sports Club is set to open on Thursday, September 10, in downtown Austin.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 21
Klay Thompson’s Mavericks Departure Is Good News For Houston Rockets
As reported by ESPN, Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Miami Heat following a contract buyout with the Dallas Mavericks. Throughout his two-season stint with the Mavericks, Thompson averaged 12.9 points on 40.3% field-goal shooting and 38.7% three-point shooting over 141 games.
Aaron Holiday News / Hoops Rumors / August 19
Aaron Holiday Signs With Maxima Roma
After spending the past eight seasons in the NBA, free agent point guard Aaron Holiday will continue his career overseas, per Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 18
Rockets Projected To Land Rising Arizona Star In 2027 NBA Mock Draft
The Houston Rockets could add yet another elite young prospect to their core in 2027, with Arizona guard Caleb Holt projected to land with them with the No.
Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15
Rockets 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release
The Houston Rockets must have been very disappointed with the way they ended the 2025-26 season. Their goal heading into last season was to compete for a championship, but they didn’t even come close in the end.
Houston Rockets News / Stadium Rant / August 12
Russell Westbrook To Rockets: Epic 2026 KD Reunion?
As the 2026 NBA offseason winds down, the Houston Rockets have a quiet opportunity to make a loud addition to their locker room. Could a familiar face be returning to Houston?
Houston Rockets News / HITC / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. speaks out on Rockets future after Kevin Durant chemistry concerns
Jabari Smith Jr. has addressed concerns over his partnership with Kevin Durant, insisting the Houston Rockets are ready to take a big step forward. Questions had been raised last season after visible chemistry issues following Durant’s arrival in Houston.
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / August 8
Jabari Smith Jr. Sets Expectations for Rockets Season After Alleged Chemistry Issues With Kevin Durant
Jabari Smith Jr. and Kevin Durant survived an awkward first dance. Now, the Houston Rockets forward believes the real show is about to begin. After a rocky debut season spent finding chemistry with the 16x All-Star, Smith says the growing pains are behind Houston and a major leap awaits in 2026-27, no matter what the offseason noise suggests.
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