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On YouTubeReed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Houston Rockets Guard Reed Sheppard Talks Giving Back and Upcoming Season
The Houston Rockets are expecting big things from their third overall pick going into his second season. Reed Sheppard will be counted on to take on a much bigger role this season as he will be the first guard off the bench and the Rockets' backup point guard.
Ex-Celtics point guard predicts Alperen Sengun’s NBA future after playing with him on the Turkish national team
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun is one of the biggest names in the upcoming EuroBasket 2025. The Turkey international will be joined by Nikola Jokic (Serbia), Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece), and Luka Doncic (Slovenia) at the tournament.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
2020-21 Houston Rockets: Where Are They Now?
The 2020-2021 season marked the end of James Harden's time in Houston, closing a an era lasting over eight seasons. What ensued was a season filled of trades, waives and pickups resulting in 30 players suiting up for the Rockets from December to May.
The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26
3 Alperen Sengun bold predictions for Turkey’s EuroBasket 2025 run
When Alperen Şengün steps onto the court for Turkey at EuroBasket 2025, he won’t just be representing his country: he’ll be carrying the weight of expectations, hope, and a basketball legacy that has long awaited its moment of resurgence.
The 25 greatest second-round picks in NBA history
It's generally first-round picks who become stars in the NBA, and that makes sense: Teams draft promising players as soon as possible. Scouting and player evaluation are imperfect processes, though, and sometimes, a gem slips through the cracks, deeply enough to fall to the draft's second round.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26
The young Rockets star predicted to win Most Improved Player
The Houston Rockets are gearing up for a breakout season, with Amen Thompson at the center of the excitement. In a recent expert poll, the young forward earned 59 points, leading all candidates by a wide margin.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / August 26
'History lessons Aren’t A Sign Of Insecurity': Kevin Durant Shuts Down Heckler With Bold Kobe Bryant Claim
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant recently shut down one fan who posed a comparison between him and the late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Kevin Durant, known for clapping back at his critics and heard on social media, recently blasted back an online heckler who threw shade at him while praising the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
What Would be Considered a Failure for the Rockets This Season?
It's not quite championship or bust for the Houston Rockets, but they'll need to compete at the highest levels in the Western Conference to meet their expectations.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 26
'The Only Two Players Who Had Comparable Success... Luka Doncic And Nikola Jokic': Rockets GM On Alperen Sengun
Alperen Sengun is widely considered the face of the Houston Rockets franchise after he became the first All-Star to play for them since James Harden. Following Jalen Green's trade to the Suns for Kevin Durant, it became even clearer that Sengun is their franchise cornerstone for the long-term future.
Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / August 25
Vast Majority Of Houston Rockets Fans Say They Could Score On NBA Player
A vast majority of the Houston Rockets fans say they could score on an NBA player. Rockets fans are among the boldest fanbases in the NBA. Further details about VegasInsider’s new study can be found below.
Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25
Could Rockets Star Alperen Sengun Lead Turkey to a EuroBasket Medal?
While NBA teams are awaiting the start of training camp through late August, much of the basketball world will turn its heads toward EuroBasket 2025. The tournament will feature some of the best countries in Europe playing for basketball surpemacy.
Ranking the No. 1 overall NBA Draft picks of the 21st century
Making draft picks isn’t an exact science. Some hit, some fail, some don’t move the needle. For every can’t-miss, generational top pick, there are years
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25
Austin Rivers: LeBron Isn't Half the Offensive Player as Rockets' Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant and LeBron James have arguably been the best small forwards of the last two decades. Come to think about it, it's not really much of an argument.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25
Rafael Stone and Ime Udoka Being on Same Page has Led to Rockets' Success
The Houston Rockets have had an up-and-down several seasons. The decade started during one of the strangest years in not just NBA history but across the world.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25
Two X-Factors for Houston Rockets' Guards Next Season
The Houston Rockets built off a breakout 52-30 season by adding Kevin Durant, Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela and more, all while retaining their most important players in Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 25
After Michael Jordan drama, Kevin Durant calls out fan’s ‘insecurity’ amid comparisons to Kobe Bryant
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant is often featured on lists of the greatest scorers of all time. Other prominent names on such lists are usually Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, who fans still consider two of the best scorers of all time.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25
Balance is the Key for the Rockets' Contention Chances
The Houston Rockets have created one of their most balanced teams in over two decades, and now they have the type of top-end talent that could help lead them to the franchise's third championship.
Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / August 25
Rockets talking extension with Kevin Durant 
The Houston Rockets took a big swing this offseason when they acquired Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and a pile of second round draft picks.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / August 24
Anthony Edwards Issues Dunk Challenge Against Yao Ming While On Adidas China Tour
If there’s one star who wouldn’t back down from a self-imposed challenge in the NBA, it’s probably Anthony Edwards. His proclivity towards wanting to put people on posters is a bit contradictory given that he doesn’t really like to dunk.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 24
Rockets' Alperen Sengun headlines Turkey's EuroBasket roster
Turkey has become the latest team to finalize its roster for EuroBasket 2025, announcing its 12-man squad on Sunday ahead of the start of the tournament this week.
Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / August 24
Yao Ming Reveals Why He Loves the City Of Philadelphia
We have all heard NBA players say great things about their favorite road cities. Miami gets love for South Beach, New York for the bright lights, and LA for… well, being LA.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 24
First-Time All-Star Is Rockets Most Important Player
Despite the fact his new team doesn’t look at him as their centerpiece, Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is capable of being the team’s No. 1 option.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 24
The Rockets Have Been Cooking In The NBA’s Apron Era
The Houston Rockets’ rebuild has coincided with the NBA’s overhaul of its salary cap system. The luxury tax is no longer the nominal boogeyman charged with keeping NBA teams’ spending at bay.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 23
Rockets GM says Bucks weren’t willing to discuss major deal
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the target of trade speculation ever since the Bucks were ousted in the first round of the playoffs, but a rival general manager indicated that Milwaukee hasn’t been willing to discuss deals involving the two-time MVP.
Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / August 23
Durant Could Be Forced Into a Role He Hasn’t Played Since 2011
Kevin Durant is set to play for the fifth team in his career, and in his 18th season. Throughout his career, he has won a regular season MVP, Finals MVP, two championships, and an All-Star MVP.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / August 21
Why Rockets are managing Kevin Durant's future perfectly
For all the noise that surrounds star-driven rebuilds, the Rockets quietly flipped the script.
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