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Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 20

Houston Rockets Season Player Review: Alperen Sengun

When the Houston Rockets traded for the No. 17 pick in the 2021 draft, the Rockets knew exactly who they wanted to draft. The Rockets had been scouting Alperen Sengun for several months while he continued to dominate the Turkish league he was playing in at the time.

Cam Whitmore News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 20

Houston Rockets: Keep or Trade Cam Whitmore?

The Houston Rockets could potentially make a trade for a superstar this offseason, and Cam Whitmore has been named in multiple rumors. Whitmore has a ton of potential, but he may not be on the roster next season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 20

Rockets Need Shooting to Take the Next Step

The Houston Rockets struggled with a glaring hole on their roster this season. They were one of the worst shooting teams this season, and their offense was significantly slower when they didn't get a high-quality performance from Fred VanVleet or Jalen Green.

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Steven Adams News / The Dream Shake / May 20

Rockets 2024-2025 season in review: Steven Adams

It was a good season for the Rockets. Reviews continue with the Big Man off the bench, Steven Adams I was ecstatic when the Houston Rockets traded with the Memphis Grizzlies to acquire Steven Adams in February 2024.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

Houston Rockets Take Big Ten Point Guard in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The 2025 NBA Draft is more insurance than anything for the Houston Rockets. While the other teams in the lottery missed out on the playoffs, the Rockets are sitting stress-free after going 52-30 and snatching up the second seed in the Western Conference.

Bill Simmons News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

Bill Simmons Trade Between Celtics, Rockets Sparks Social Media Debate

One trade idea that has sparked a small frenzy on social media comes from Bill Simmons this morning, between the Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets. Simmons proposed ahead of the NBA Draft the Rockets pursue a duo of Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday in exchange for Fred VanVleet, Jabari Smith Jr.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

Is Duke's Sharpshooter the Rockets Missing Piece?

Coming off a season where they ran away with the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference of the NBA, the Houston Rockets ran into a wall when shots just could

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

Houston Rockets Season Player Review: Jalen Green

The Houston Rockets are coming off their most successful season in the last five years. Despite a disappointing first-round loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Houston Rockets had a lot to be encouraged about this past season.

Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19

Ranking 3 best Fred VanVleet free-agency destinations if he leaves Rockets

The Houston Rockets invested heavily into Fred VanVleet during the 2023 offseason. Houston gave the point guard a three-year, $128 million deal in a move that was meant to turn the Rockets from a rebuilding team into a championship-contending one.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

Houston Rockets Have Options at 2025 NBA Draft

Despite an underwhelming first round exit in this year’s postseason, the Houston Rockets sit in great position entering the offseason. Simply put, the team has options.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 19

NBA Mock Trade: Rockets Acquire Kevin Durant in Three-Team Deal

The Houston Rockets have long been linked to Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, and could bite the bullet on a blockbuster trade this offseason. After a rough first-round exit to the Golden State Warriors that saw the team fail to produce on offense, Houston could get its go-to scorer in the form of Durant, an all-time great.

Aaron Holiday News / The Dream Shake / May 19

Rockets 2024-2025 season in review: Aaron Holiday

Holiday stepped up when needed. Will he back for a third season with the Rockets? I think a lot of us were surprised when the Houston Rockets re-signed Aaron Holiday this last offseason to a two-year, $9.5 million contract to come back to the team as a bench point guard.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / May 18

4 Potential Houston Rockets Draft Targets

The Houston Rockets will have the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Yet, they’re looking to take advantage of their momentum after reaching the playoffs this season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 18

Statistics That Stood Out for the Houston Rockets in 2024-25

The Houston Rockets had their most successful season in the last five years in 2024-25, winning 52 games and finishing second in the Western Conference.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 18

Could Georgetown Center Give Houston Rockets Big Man Depth?

While some fans would agree the guard and forward positions for the Houston Rockets have plenty of players to fill their respective rooms, one position that is in dire need of depth is the center slot.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 18

The Rockets Must Take Advantage of Jabari Smith Jr.’s Value

The Houston Rockets have a wealth of young players on the roster after years of lottery luck in the draft. Most of Houston's top rotation players were picked in the lottery as they built a talented team through top picks.

Reed Sheppard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 18

Rockets’ Reed Sheppard helps London, Kentucky residents impacted by tornado

Ahead of his second year in the NBA, Reed Sheppard has not forgotten about his Kentucky origins. Less than two weeks after the Houston Rockets were eliminated by the Golden State Warriors, Sheppard returned to his hometown of London, Kentucky, after it was struck by a severe tornado.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 18

Should the Houston Rockets Deal the 10th Overall Pick for an NBA Superstar?

It’s no secret that the Houston Rockets could potentially be in the mix for a trade before or during the 2025 NBA Draft on June 25. With social media

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Houston Rockets Are All in on Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Houston Rockets are a potential landing spot for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, as he recently announced he is open to a trade. Antetokounmpo has achieved a lot with the Bucks as he has been an all-star, MVP, and won an NBA championship during his tenure in Milwaukee.