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There aren't many NBA teams that have the same versatility as the Houston Rockets. After going 52-30 last season, the Rockets got even better with new veterans joining the team.

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Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Gets Picked for Most Improved Player of Year

The last time the Houston Rockets took the court, they were in a battle-tested bloodbath against the Golden State Warriors in the opening round of the playoffs. For the Rockets' young guys, it was their first taste of meaningful, pressure-packed basketball.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 31

Alperen Sengun Has Shown Improved Free Throw Shooting During FIBA EuroBasket

Through Alperen Sengun's first four seasons, he has proven to be the steal of the 2021 draft. Even though Sengun started his rookie season coming off the bench, he quickly became one of the Rockets' best players once he became a starter in his second season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 31

Which Rockets Could Win Accolades Next Season?

The Houston Rockets are preparing to enter one of their most anticipated seasons in modern history after an offseason that featured several big swings and impact additions.

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Ex-Rockets Listed as Two of Suns' Most Important Players

The offseason trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets was a major win for the Rockets' braintrust. They'd been on the prowl for a surefire

Tari Eason News / Last Word On Sports / August 31

Rockets 2025-26 Predictions: Sixth Man Contender

Following a 52-win season in 2014-25, Houston Rockets are poised to follow up their breakthrough year with something even better. That’s largely due to the blockbuster offseason addition of all-time great Kevin Durant, who they managed to attain by trading defensive anchor Dillon Brooks, 2021 No.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 30

Takeaways from Rockets' Alperen Sengun and Turkey's Second EuroBasket Win

As EuroBasket 2025 continues, Houston Rockets fans, along with the rest of the basketball world, are watching All-Star center Alperen Sengun lead Turkey to what could hopefully be a deep run in the tournament.

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What Major Events Are Happening for the Houston Rockets in September?

The Houston Rockets have gone from a team rebuilding and in the lottery year in and year out, while valuing player development over wins, to an up-and-coming team that surprised a lot of people last season, and now a bona fide championship contender after the Kevin Durant trade.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 30

Bleacher Report Predicts Rockets to Boast Top-Ten Offense in 2025-26

By now, you likely know that Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka is a defensive specialist. Udoka has pioneered the Rockets to consecutive top-ten defensive

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 30

Rockets’ Star Continuing Success at FIBA EuroBasket

Rockets’ star Alperen Sengun saw his best-ever season last year. His on-paper stats in his fourth season weren’t quite as good as the previous year, seeing a few less points per game on less efficient scoring overall.

Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Kevin Durant’s new Nike sneaker has been leaked

As the most decorated olympian in USA Basketball history embarks on a new journey with the Houston Rockets, fans can expect Kevin Durant to be the same force he has been for the last 17 seasons.

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Who Would the Houston Rockets Protect in an Expansion Draft?

While no clear plan is laid out, there's been rumblings of NBA expansion for years. Whether it's Las Vegas, Seattle, St. Louis or anywhere else, many are eager to see the NBA add new organizations to the league.

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What Rockets Fans Should Watch Out For In EuroBasket

The group phase of FIBA’s EuroBasket 2025 is underway. Having some professional basketball to watch again surely comes as a relief to NBA fans across the league.

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How Houston's Head Coach Can Take The Top Coaching Award

The Houston Rockets are in a new era, competing against some of the league's best teams and dominating defensively against some of the league's best offenses.

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Rockets’ Kevin Durant’s NBA 2K messages on launch day

Ahead of his first season with teh Houston Rockets, All-Star Kevin Durant was eager for NBA2K 26’s release that he couldn’t hide his excitement on social media.

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Rockets star thriving in big lineups at EuroBasket

The Houston Rockets found huge success last season playing their All-Star big man alongside another center. It's working for Alperen Sengun and the Turkish national team at EuroBasket, too.

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