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Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Rockets overreactions: Fred VanVleet’s return makes Houston actual NBA title contenders
In a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks, Fred VanVleet and the 2026-27 Houston Rockets got off to a strong start, giving fans their first look at their pairing with All-Star Kevin Durant.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Rockets star Kevin Durant makes old man history in shellacking of Mavericks
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant made NBA history in Wednesday night’s 128-110 season-opening win over the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. Durant, now in his 20th season, finished with 30 points, six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 22
How the Rockets Reacted to Kyrie Irving’s Return
Kyrie Irving was back on an NBA floor on Wednesday night, and the Houston Rockets made sure to treat him like the threat he has always been. Irving made his first appearance since tearing his left ACL on March 3, 2025, an injury that kept him out for 19 months and cost him the entire 2025-26 season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 22
3 Takeaways From Rockets Dominating Season Opening Win Over Mavs
- The Rockets ended an eight-game opening night losing streak with a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night inside Toyota Center. The Rockets led by as many as 37 in the third quarter before the Mavs mounted a mini run to make the final margin look a little better.
Tari Eason News / The Dream Shake / October 22
Rockets kick off season with 128-110 victory over Mavericks 
The Houston Rockets got 30 points apiece from Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr., as they used a massive first half of basketball to build a lead, and then cruised home in the second half to a 128-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the season opener Wednesday night at the Toyota Center.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Rockets’ Kevin Durant hilariously drops mic on Jabari Smith Jr.’s big night
The Houston Rockets leaned on the prolific scoring of Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. to dispose of the Dallas Mavericks, 128-110, in their season opener at Toyota Center on Wednesday.
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.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 22
Udoka and KD React to Tari Eason Ejection vs. Mavericks
The Houston Rockets opened their season with a convincing 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, but one of their most important reserves never made it out of the first quarter.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 22
Durant, Udoka: Rockets’ Pace Creates Easy Buckets in Win vs. Mavs
The Houston Rockets opened their season with a 128-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, and the difference was easy to spot. Houston defended, rebounded, and ran, turning stops into layups and dunks before Dallas could get set.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / October 21
Rockets' dominant second quarter sinks Mavs in season opener
Kevin Durant scored 30 points, Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. combined for 53, and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 128-110 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks in the teams' season opener Wednesday night.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Watch Kevin Durant posterize Cooper Flagg on emphatic slam dunk
No more internet lobs for now from Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant this time. The Rockets forward is back to business on the court with the 2026-27 NBA season finally here, and he already has a poster dunk.
Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
After 535 days away, watch Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nail a 3-pointer vs. Mavericks
Fred VanVleet made his much-awaited return from his ACL injury on Wednesday, as the Houston Rockets hosted the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. VanVleet reclaimed his spot in the starting unit, joining Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun.
Tari Eason News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Tari Eason gets ejected for a flagrant foul just nine minutes into the season
Tari Eason pulled off the unusual feat of getting ejected from his team’s season opener (and pretty early at that). The Houston Rockets tipped off the new season on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 21
Predicting the Rockets’ Record Through the First 10 Games
There are high expectations for the Houston Rockets entering the 2026-2027 season, and their first 10 games could put them in a favorable position in the Western Conference by mid-November.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 21
Rockets give update on Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams for back-to-backs, plus on backup point guard
With the Houston Rockets’ season underway today, many were wondering if Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams would be sitting out one or both of back-to-back games, and if so, who would start in their place.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 21
How Long Will Kevin Durant Play With the Rockets?
The Houston Rockets are looking to improve upon their 52-30 record, and the 38-year-old Kevin Durant is still performing at an elite level. He averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over 78 games during his first season in Houston.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Rockets Convert Tshiebwe, Phillips To Two-Ways, Waive Pedulla
The Rockets have made a series of moves in order to set their roster for the regular season, announcing in a press release that they’ve converted the Exhibit 10 contracts of big man Oscar Tshiebwe and forward Julian Phillips to two-way deals.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Rockets waive three players
The Rockets have waived Bryce Harris, Cameron Matthews and Caleb McConnell, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
Houston Rockets News / Viral Sports News / October 18
Rockets Officially Release 3 Players Days Before NBA Season
The Houston Rockets continued trimming their training camp roster on Saturday by releasing three players who had been brought in on Exhibit 10 deals. Wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell were all waived, according to the NBA’s official transaction log.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Rockets Cut Three Camp Invitees
The Rockets have waived wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell, per NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three players were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to end up with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, Houston’s G League affiliate.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 15
Rockets sign G League standout
The Rockets are bringing back a familiar face from their G League program. Houston signed forward Cameron Matthews to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle.
Fred VanVleet News / Yardbarker / October 9
Fred VanVleet shined in first NBA action since 2024-25 season
Fred VanVleet is finally back on the basketball court after a lengthy absence while recovering from an ACL injury suffered in training camp last season.
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