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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 3
Three Lineups That Could Unlock the Rockets’ Full Potential
When the Houston Rockets traded for Kevin Durant over the summer, their odds for championship contention immediately increased. They followed up the great summer with a few more additions and re-signings, keeping a core team that was the second seed in the Western Conference last season.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 3
Current, Former Rockets Forwards Rank Among Most Exciting to Watch in NBA History
The Houston Rockets know a thing or two about legendary wings, especially offensive-leaning ones. Tracy McGrady remains one of the game's most fluid, natural scorers, especially for his size.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 3
Dallas Morning News Ranks Rockets Third-Best in West
The 2025-26 NBA season is finally upon us. The Houston Rockets held Media Day on Monday, while the rest of the league has also completed theirs. Training camps have also officially kicked off across the league, meaning we're one step closer to actual gameplay.
Rockets Around the Web
The 'Most 20-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the 49 players in NBA history to haul in at least 20 rebounds in a game on 30 or more occasions can you name in seven minutes?
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / October 3
Kevin Durant Discredits ESPN’s Top 100 NBA Players List; Says It Gave Rockets Teammate A Chip On His Shoulder
Kevin Durant did not take long to start defending his teammates from public criticism and giving them the motivation they needed from him as a veteran.
The 25 greatest international players in NBA history
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
Preseason Not Likely To Reveal Many Answers About The Rockets
The Houston Rockets are at the start of a highly anticipated season, as the preseason approaches for the revamped team. Head Coach Ime Udoka must manage
Kevin Durant News / NBC Sports / October 2
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
How Will the Rockets' Injuries Affect the Beginning of Their Season?
Just as the excitement was hitting an all-time high, the Houston Rockets have been hit with the injury bug, and training camp hasn't even finished. Ahead of the 2025-26 season, they've suffered multiple setbacks that could seriously hinder the rotation as they pursue a championship.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
Houston Rockets: Day 3 Training Camp News and Notes
The Houston Rockets are only four days away from their first preseason game after an eventful offseason that saw them trade away their leading scorer, Jalen Green, and bring in future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant.
Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
Rockets' Ime Udoka Ranks as League's Fourth-Best Coach
Houston Rockets Media Day on Monday gave fans their first official opportunity to hear from all of Houston's offseason acquisitions, of which there were many.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 2
Rockets’ Ime Udoka still evaluating fifth starter spot after Fred VanVleet injury
The Houston Rockets have some questions to answer as the team is getting ramped up for the season. With the injury to Fred VanVleet, the one question is what the Rockets will do at the point guard position, and it seems like they could have a few options at their disposal.
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
Can Reed Sheppard Truly Be A Difference-Maker for the Rockets?
When ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Fred VanVleet suffered a torn ACL before the start of training camp, almost all eyes turned toward Reed Sheppard.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 2
ESPN Analyst Explains Why Rockets Don't Need to Replace Fred VanVleet
The Houston Rockets' season has gotten off to a bit of a bumpy start before the team has even taken the court, as starting floor general and captain Fred VanVleet suffered a season-ending knee injury, leaving Houston desperate for a substitute.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 2
Dorian Finney-Smith’s Rockets season debut date in question 
Dorian Finney-Smith was a top offseason acquisition for the Houston Rockets. Following point guard Fred VanVleet’s ACL tear at preseason training camp, Finney-Smith is anticipated to miss games at the beginning of the season while he recovers from ankle surgery.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 2
3 Kevin Durant bold predictions for 2025-26 Rockets season
Kevin Durant will write another chapter in his colorful career as he is set to enter his first year with the Houston Rockets in the upcoming season after being traded by the Phoenix Suns.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Jabari Smith Jr. Admits Amen Thompson Has Improved His Jump Shot
The Houston Rockets are set for an exciting 2025-26 season because of Kevin Durant's arrival. Ime Udoka's team is filled with talented players apart from Durant, including names like Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 30
Kevin Durant alone can’t save the Rockets’ middling offense
Last season, despite finishing 52–30 and grabbing the No. 2 seed in the West, the Houston Rockets’ offense was middling.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 27
Rockets expected to make key decision on Kevin Durant's future
When making the move to acquire Durant, Houston knew it was taking a risk.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 27
Rockets not expected to seek Fred VanVleet replacement
Houston isn't expected to seek a replacement for VanVleet ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Rockets are expected to delegate their playmaking among multiple members of the roster.
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