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On YouTubeKevin 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.
'Jon Was Very Clear' – Houston Rockets GM Says the Bucks Aren’t Trading Giannis Antetokounmpo
There have been questions about the Milwaukee Bucks‘ plans for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Rumors indicate that there’s a chance the Greek star will request a trade out of Milwaukee and continue his career elsewhere.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 25
Kevin Durant Shuts Down Claim That His 'Idol' Kobe Bryant Was Better Than Him In Clutch Situations
Kevin Durant seems to have something against Clippers fans on X. Earlier this week, he engaged in a heavy back-and-forth with a Clippers fan named 'Dime Dropper' on X.
The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Rockets GM Rafael Stone Gives Surprising Insight on Kevin Durant Trade
Heading into the 2025-26 NBA season, the Houston Rockets haven't had this level of hype surrounding the team since the era of James Harden and Chris Paul.
Yao Ming 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.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 24
Houston Rockets 2025-26 projected starting lineup: Kevin Durant transforms Ime Udoka’s side into contenders
The Houston Rockets made a big swing to land Kevin Durant this offseason, but their roster is strong at all levels. The Houston Rockets went from a dangerous playoff team to a genuine contender this offseason.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Austin Rivers: Analytics have Negatively Shifted the View of Rockets' Kevin Durant
Earlier in the month, Houston Rockets superstar forward Kevin Durant exchanged unpleasantries with a basketball fan on social media, after it was pointed out that Durant hasn't led his team in shots since 2018.
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.
Rafael Stone News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Rafael Stone Says Rockets Are Still 'Hunters' This Upcoming Season
After the Houston Rockets and James Harden parted ways in 2021, the Rockets went into full rebuild mode. During Harden's Rockets career, especially after the signing of Dwight Howard and, eventually, the sign-and-trade for Chris Paul, the Rockets were seen as championship contenders year in and year out.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Some Rockets Are Playing For Their Future In Houston
The Houston Rockets believe their roster has enough firepower to compete against any of the league's top teams. With a strong combination of young players and impact veterans, the Rockets are built to compete this season, as well as the next several seasons.
The 25 greatest teammates of LeBron's NBA career
LeBron James' NBA career has stretched over more than two decades. That's an uncommon level of longevity, obviously, which means that over the years, LeBron has had a bunch of different teammates.
Yao Ming 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.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Rockets' Reed Sheppard Listed Among NBA Sophomores to Watch This Season
The Houston Rockets are gaining immense hype heading into the 2025-26 season. Whether it be trading for Kevin Durant or adding veteran depth in the form of Dorian Finney-Smith and Clint Capela, the Rockets are looking like title contenders after recently exiting the rebuild last season.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24
Report: Rockets Kevin Durant to Release 'KD 19' Shoe in Summer of 2026
Nike's basketball line is littered with NBA superstars. Many of the league's top players have endorsement deals with the brand. Granted, there's a lot more parity on the endorsement front than there was a decade ago, as we've seen Adidas take a leap.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 23
NBA Insider Makes Bold Claim About LeBron James, Rockets Star Kevin Durant
It's evident that we are out of the era in which LeBron James and Kevin Durant were running circles around the NBA, winning championships and battling it out in the most hyped games of each season.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 23
How Kevin Durant took lessons from peak Dirk Nowitzki, he was a true inspiration
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant has always been a natural-born scorer. However, he always wanted to keep learning and improving his skill set. This includes watching a player he has always admired, Dirk Nowitzki.
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.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 23
Rafael Stone explains why Reed Sheppard’s situation with the Rockets is different from other lottery picks
Reed Sheppard is one of the most talented players in the Draft Class of 2024. He had an impressive college career with the University of Kentucky where he was named the Freshman of the Year for his wonderful performances.
‘Somebody tell…’ Draymond Green furthers beef with Houston Rockets, responds to ‘war’ comments
Draymond Green has kept himself busy this offseason, reigniting his beef with the Houston Rockets roster. Draymond Green has a knack for getting under his opponents’ skin.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / August 23
Kevin Durant No Longer Viewed As Centerpiece, May Have To Take Pay Cut To Stay With Rockets
The Houston Rockets hit the jackpot when they acquired 2x NBA champion Kevin Durant this summer. Their title odds were dramatically boosted, and Durant gives them a chance to elevate to another level in the West.
Yao Ming News / The SportsRush / August 22
Having Played 8 Seasons For The Rockets, Yao Ming Names Philadelphia as His Favorite US City
Only a handful of NBA stars have earned an All-Star selection in each season of their career, and Yao Ming is one of those special athletes. The former Houston Rockets star was a dominant force when healthy.
Kevin Durant 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.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
Draymond Green fires back at Alperen Sengun's comments
Draymond Green is once again beefing with a European big man.
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