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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 25
The Rockets Will Be Tested In Their First Few Matchups
Despite the injury to Fred VanVleet, the Houston Rockets still expect big things for next season. The front office has compiled a roster of complementary players with the capability of contributing to winning at a high level.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 25
CBS Sports Ranks Rockets Uniform as League's 20th-Best
The Houston Rockets' uniform has undergone a considerable amount of change over the years. This shouldn't be a surprise, especially for a franchise that's been around for 59 years, spanning back to 1967.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 25
Reed Sheppard and Josh Okogie Supporting the Houston Community
The Houston Rockets have a long history of not only excellent play on the court but also supporting the Houston community off the court. Their support
Rockets Around the Web
The 'No. 2-playoff scorer by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / September 25
Rachel Nichols Says Kevin Durant Looks ‘More Excited and Energized’ While Assessing His Rockets Fit
The Houston Rockets were in the top-5 in the league in terms of defense last season. However, their offense was simply not up to the mark, and that weak link was exposed in the first-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors.
The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35
Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / September 25
Why Houston Will Turn Towards Amen Thompson to Deal With Fred VanVleet’s Unfortunate ACL, Discloses Bobby Marks
Since the Finals ended, NBA fans have been wondering who would be able to challenge the Oklahoma City Thunder and their budding dynasty. OKC had some difficulties
Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Kevin Durant Gets Reality Check as NBA Analyst Clears Rockets’ Priority After Fred VanVleet Injury
The arrival of Kevin Durant should be a sign that the Rockets are ready to contend again. But the recent Fred VanVleet’s ACL news has put a bummer on those championship plans.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 25
Bill Simmons' Fred VanVleet Replacement Doesn't Make Much Sense for the Rockets
The Houston Rockets are entering the 2025-26 season with high hopes, but those hopes have been slightly damaged over the last few days. Just as the Rockets were set to enter training camp fully healthy, one of their best players' seasons potentially ended before it started.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 25
Could Josh Okogie Have Bigger Role on Rockets with Fred VanVleet Out?
The Houston Rockets' title hopes have been somewhat thwarted before the season even kicks off. Fred VanVleet, their unquestioned leader, has suffered an ACL injury that will surely force him to miss significant time, if not the entire season.
Fred VanVleet News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Rockets Eye $126M Celtics Star as Fred VanVleet Replacement – Reports
The Houston Rockets’ mandate is clear: go all-in for a championship contender, regardless of the cost. This ambition, coupled with the latest Fred VanVleet injury, has led to a hypothetical but blockbuster trade scenario for the Boston Celtics star, Derrick White, which would secure the final piece of the Rockets’ win-now puzzle.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 25
Jalen Green Says He Wasn't Disappointed But Shocked That Rockets Traded Him For Kevin Durant
A few weeks have passed since the NBA world got the news on the blockbuster trade that sent Rockets' Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks to the Suns for Kevin Durant.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Rockets’ Kevin Durant hits back at fan’s ‘rage bait’ try
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will enter his 18th year in the NBA. Throughout his legendary career, the league has undergone a multitude of changes, including the 3,000 names of Metta Sandiford-Artest.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Rockets player who will shock world with breakout 2025-26 season
After pulling off a blockbuster trade to acquire Kevin Durant, the Houston Rockets had vaulted themselves into potential contender status. Those hopes and notions took a major hit this week with the announcement that starting point guard Fred VanVleet suffered an ACL injury, in all likelihood ending his season prematurely.
Fred VanVleet News / The SportsRush / September 24
Fred VanVleet’s ACL Tear Has Rockets Scrambling for Answers, Says NBA Insider
On Wednesday, the shocking news of Fred VanVleet suffering an ACL tear just weeks before the 2025/26 season came to light. Now, the Rockets, who were once looking near-invincible with their lineup thanks to the addition of Kevin Durant in the summer, may need another star to step in and add that something special.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24
Suns owner Mat Ishbia takes a parting shot at Kevin Durant
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is already in “Kevin who?” mode.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 24
The Rockets Are Ready For Amen Thompson's Star Leap
The news of Fred VanVleet's injury was a devastating shock to the Houston Rockets, losing their lead ball handler and main distributor. The Rockets still
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 24
Bleacher Report Ranks Rockets' Jersey Rotation as League's 14th-Best
The NBA season is nearing closer and closer. Free agency has long been over. Ditto for the NBA Draft and Summer League. Restricted free agency is also
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 24
Rockets Should Lean into New Lineup Strength Following Fred VanVleet's Injury
Veteran point guard Fred VanVleet has been the Rockets' starting point guard for the majority of the last two seasons, starting in all 133 of his regular season games with the organization.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 24
Rockets’ Fred VanVleet sidelined: 10 possible replacements
Talk about a gut punch. The Rockets had just pushed themselves into the NBA contender conversation by trading for Kevin Durant and signing Dorian Finney-Smith.
Reed Sheppard News / NBA Draft on SI / September 23
Why Former Top 3 Pick Reed Sheppard is Integral to Houston's Finals Hopes
The Houston Rockets suffered a major blow on Monday, as multiple outlets reported that starting point guard Fred VanVleet suffered a torn ACL. The nine-year
Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / September 23
No Escape From Reed Sheppard Reality For Rockets
HOUSTON — The Rockets’ offseason plans has shifted overnight. News broke that Fred VanVleet tore his ACL during a team mini-camp in the Bahamas. The injury removes the Rockets’ starting point guard from the season and instantly alters championship expectations.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 23
Rockets are severely handcuffed in efforts to replace Fred VanVleet
The Houston Rockets' championship aspirations were dealt a huge blow on Monday afternoon, and the team finds itself in a difficult position as it tries to find relief.
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