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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Rockets' regular-season strategy falls apart again in playoffs
After an embarrassing home blowout ended their playoff dreams, the Rockets' once-bright future is looking very cloudy.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 2
Lakers advance to 2nd round as Rockets go ice-cold in Game 6
The Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Houston Rockets 98-78 on Friday, sending Houston home and advancing to the second round. The Rockets struggled to put up points from the very start of the game as Kevin Durant‘s absence was felt on the offensive end.
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
Rockets' Series Comeback is Tied to Lakers Outside Shooting Regression
The Western Conference Quarterfinals matchup between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers has taken a bit of swings. Heading into the matchup, the
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
Despite his Absence, the Rockets' Trade for Kevin Durant was the Right Move
ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins and Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant have had a rather tumultuous relationship, especially ever since Perkins ended his playing career and crossed over into the media field.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Final Injury Report for Lakers-Rockets Game 6: Will Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic Play?
The Houston Rockets are at home on Friday night as they host the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series. Houston enters Friday’s game trailing 2-3 in the series after defeating Los Angeles on the road in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
What Do The Rockets Have Left For Game 6?
The Houston Rockets have earned themselves a chance to play at home in an opportunity to extend the series to a Game 7. Game 6 won't be an easy road by any means, as the Rockets have experienced some devastating postseason losses at home to close out series.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
In the Rockets-Lakers Series, the Winning Team Has Won This Category in Every Game
As the buzzer sounded to end Game 3 and the Houston Rockets walked off the court after suffering one of the worst playoff losses in franchise history, the series seemed to be over almost as soon as it started.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 1
Ime Udoka needs to trust Reed Sheppard for Rockets to succeed 
LeBron James has earned his stripes. He has a longer rope than almost any NBA player. This is perhaps the best player in NBA history. He’s got this writer’s vote, and this writer can vaguely recall Michael Jordan’s last season with the Chicago Bulls, so… Well, unless you’re in your late 70s, you don’t recall Bill Russell’s prime anyway.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
Ime Udoka Deserves Praise for the Rockets' Series Comeback Against the Lakers
Early in the Houston Rockets' Western Conference Quarterfinals series against the Los Angeles Lakers there seemed to be a clear gap between the two teams, in favor of the Lakers.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
What Worked for the Rockets and Didn't Work for the Lakers in Game 5?
The Los Angeles Lakers had two chances to put the nail in the coffin, but the Houston Rockets have stormed back with two convincing wins in the absence of Kevin Durant (ankle).
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / May 1
Rockets F Kevin Durant (ankle) out for Game 6 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Friday's Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. preaches one day at a time mindset ahead of Game 6
The Houston Rockets have found a way to keep their playoff hopes alive after winning Games 4 and 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers to avoid elimination.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Lakers irate over Scott ‘The Extender’ Foster officiating Game 6 vs. Rockets
After leading 3-0, the Los Angeles Lakers are in a jam against the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Rockets won the last two games, and Game 6 will be in Houston on Friday.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
As the Rockets Try to Make History, What Other NBA Teams Forced a Game 7 Down 3-0?
The Houston Rockets have newfound confidence after a 99-93 win in Game 5 of their first-round battle with the Los Angeles Lakers. Going down 3-0, their fate looked sealed, but the Rockets have extended their season with tough defense and a quick pace amid the absence of Kevin Durant.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
What Inside the NBA Said About Rockets Forcing Game 6 vs Lakers
The Houston Rockets continued to keep their season alive with a remarkable Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on the road. While the Rockets were once down 3-0 in this first round series, the momentum and storylines regarding this matchup have completely changed.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Rockets have changed this Lakers series by trusting their youngest lineup at the exact right time
The Rockets are back in this series because they stopped waiting for a veteran rescue and started trusting their youngest lineup. With Kevin Durant set to miss Game 6, Houston’s best answer has become the group that was supposed to be learning on the fly.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 30
Rockets take stab at tying series with turnover-prone Lakers
The one distinct advantage the Houston Rockets carried into their Western Conference first-round series with the Los Angeles Lakers was a youthful core that, if deployed effectively, would yield an unmistakable edge.
Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Rockets rumors: ClutchPoints insider dumps cold water on Ime Udoka hot seat buzz
Ime Udoka could be an intriguing spot if the Houston Rockets crash out of the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. However, one NBA insider poured cold water on that scenario even if the result still happens.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Lakers are playing with fire as they head into Game 6 vs. Rockets
There's no Kevin Durant for the Rockets in Game 6, but there's no margin for error as far as the Lakers are concerned.
The 'No. 3 NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the third overall picks from every NBA Draft during the lottery era can you name in five minutes?
Reed Sheppard News / Yardbarker / April 30
Reed Sheppard's clutch play late helps Rockets stave off elimination vs. Lakers on LeBron James' historic night
A historic night from LeBron James and the long-awaited return of Austin Reaves were still not enough to prevent the short-handed Houston Rockets from taking Wednesday's Game 5.
The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the 24 NBA players to record at least 20 double-doubles in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. takes a shot at Lakers in middle of playoff series
You at least cannot accuse Jabari Smith Jr. of frontrunning. The Houston Rockets forward Smith spoke with reporters on Tuesday before Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
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