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What Is A Reasonable Expectation For Kevin Durant in Houston?

The addition of Kevin Durant has fans of the Houston Rockets salivating over the team's potential next season. Fans and pundits alike are expecting deep postseason runs and high-level basketball throughout Durant's tenure in Houston.

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'My Favorite Player Until He Went to Golden State' – Houston Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. Jokes About Kevin Durant’s 2016 Decision

Jabari Smith Jr. still can’t believe he is now teammates with Kevin Durant, and the Houston Rockets youngster recently took a playful jab at the former league MVP during his appearance on The Young Man and The Three podcast.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 1

Rockets' Kevin Durant Ranked Third-Best Small Forward in NBA History

With the exception of restricted free agency, the NBA offseason has officially reached the dead period. And since training camps start back up in September, much of the basketball content will be centered around positional rankings and/or all-time lists.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 1

ESPN Ranks Rockets' Reed Sheppard as NBA's Top Sophomore

The Houston Rockets' stockpile of young prospects was on full display in 2024-25, as the team finished with 52 wins in the Western Conference and received strong play from Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun, and Jalen Green.

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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 1

ESPN ranks Houston Rockets offseason

The Rockets got high marks. Are they high enough? With a rush of free agency transactions already behind us, the 2025 NBA offseason is well underway, and teams are still working out any lingering agreements as the summer draws to a close.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 1

Clint Capela And Another Mad Rockets Science Experiment

In the 2019-20 season, the Houston Rockets traded away starting center Clint Capela to create micro-ball and become the smallest team in the league. Now, for 2025-26, they’ve brought him back.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Behind the Scenes: Jabari Smith's Offseason Grind

The Houston Rockets, after winning 52 games and making the playoffs for the first time since the 2020 season, have high hopes going into the upcoming season.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 1

Jeff Teague Thinks Cam Whitmore Is More Likely To Destroy The Rockets Than Jalen Green

Jalen Green and Cam Whitmore are two promising guards who the Rockets let go this offseason. Green was traded for Kevin Durant to the Suns, while Whitmore

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Rockets Reaping Benefits of Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green Extensions

There have been plenty of reports and debates surrounding the fact that four restricted free agents remain unsigned, with training camp inching closer.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31

Kevin Durant reveals new ‘Aunt Pearl’ Nike KD 18

Honoring his Aunt Pearl has always been a constant theme for Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant, keeping her memory alive and never failing to mention that he wouldn’t have made it to where he’s at without her.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31

1 final move Houston Rockets must make to complete 2025 NBA offseason

In an NBA offseason packed with surprises, perhaps no team flipped the script more dramatically than the Houston Rockets. For the past three seasons, the Rockets were widely seen as a rebuilding squad, cultivating a highly athletic and exciting young core.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / July 31

'Favorite Player Until…': Jabari Smith Jr. Describes Relation With New Teammate Kevin Durant

Winning requires sacrifice and the Houston Rockets are well aware of it. They recently cut ties with young star Jalen Green and defensive stopper Dillon Brooks to be able to acquire Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31

Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. reveals late bloomer athletic journey

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. recently opened up about his physical development as a basketball player, sharing that he was a late bloomer when it came to athleticism.

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Former Rockets General Manager Says Lakers Championship is Marked Forever

Remember the NBA Bubble? When vaccinated NBA players gathered at Disney World in Orlando, Florida, to play basketball while the United States dealt with a nationwide pandemic.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Rockets Have Future Picks to Continue Team-Building

The Houston Rockets have seen a bright offseason, upgrading their already-good team in more ways than one. They’ve retained rostered talent, inked new deals in free agency and added one of the top scorer’s of all time in Kevin Durant via trade — addressing their one major area of need.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Houston Rockets: Will This Year Be The Peak Of A Multi-Year Rivalry?

The Houston Rockets have been tied with the Oklahoma City Thunder throughout their recent history. Starting with a trade that sent James Harden to the Rockets in 2012, the Rockets and the Thunder have been consistent trade partners throughout the years.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

The Rockets' Worst-Case Scenario Will Be Determined By The Youth

The Houston Rockets are entering next season with great expectations, bolstered by another year of experience for the team's young players and the addition of impactful veterans.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Where Does Rockets' Alperen Sengun Rank Among the NBA's No. 2 Options?

Alperen Sengun doesn't play like your typical NBA center. The Turkish star's leap correlated with the Houston Rockets' success last season, as he averaged 19.1 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 4.9 assists while his team went 52-30.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 31

Ex-Rockets Star Joins NBC Sports' Star-Studded Crew

After being traded to the Houston Rockets in 2004, in a deal that sent Steve Francis, Kelvin Cato, and Cuttino Mobley to the Orlando Magic, Tracy McGrady

Kevin Durant News / The SportsRush / July 31

ESPN Insider Predicts Rockets in Western Conference Finals After Kevin Durant Trade

The Houston Rockets have been one of the most talked about NBA teams this offseason, and that’s primarily because they’ve added Kevin Durant to their roster.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / July 29

3 Burning Questions For Rockets Heading Into 2025-26 Season

There are a couple of teams that got better this summer beyond a shadow of a doubt and the Houston Rockets are one of them. After winning 52 games and clinching a playoff berth in 2024-25, this Western Conference squad didn’t try to rest on their laurels.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 28