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Do Houston Rockets Need a Superstar?
The Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors in a dominant fashion Wednesday night to make the series 3-2. Although Fred VanVleet did not play too well to start the series, he has started to heat up over the last two games.
Steph Curry News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Stephen Curry breaks down mistake he made in Game 5, he ‘wasn’t worrying’ about one Houston Rockets star
Stephen Curry endured a difficult performance as the Golden State Warriors fell to the Houston Rockets 131-116 in Game 5. The sharpshooter managed just 13 points on 33.3% shooting and made three turnovers in a limited 23 minutes of action.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / May 1
Rockets avoid elimination with 131-116 Game Five victory over Warriors 
The Rockets are hanging around. Last night (April 30) , he Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors in Toyota Center, avoiding elimination, and forced a Game Xix in San Francisco.
The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz
How many of the players with 400 or more assists in the 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun’s fit compared to Justin Timberlake ‘D**k in a Box’
After the Houston Rockets dismantled the Golden State Warriors in a 131-116 victory Wednesday night, Alperen Sengun took the spotlight—this time, not for his on-court dominance, but for his outfit, per X.
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
Charles Barkley News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Charles Barkley now thinks Houston Rockets have winning formula vs Golden State Warriors, he’s ‘surprised’ it took so long
The Houston Rockets blew out the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 of the Western Conference first-round series. The Rockets trailed 3-1 before Wednesday’s game, so they knew they couldn’t afford another slip-up and needed to play with urgency from the first whistle.
NBA News / The Predictors / May 1
Rockets stay alive, defeat Warriors 131-116 in Game 5
Fred VanVleet scored 26 points and Amen Thompson added 25 as the Houston Rockets avoided elimination with a dominant 131-116 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 1
Dillon Brooks Openly Admits To Targeting Stephen Curry's Injury
Dillon Brooks has never been one to bite his tongue, and during Game 5 of the first-round series between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors,
Amen Thompson News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Houston Rockets Amen Thompson Makes History in Game 5 Victory
The Houston Rockets extended their season after a 131-116 victory in Game 5 of the first round of the playoffs against the Golden State Warriors. It was an important game for the Rockets as they came out very aggressive with a focus on the offensive side of the ball.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Amen Thompson responds after being told he matched unique Hakeem Olajuwon numbers in Houston Rockets win
The Houston Rockets refused to surrender as they kept their season and title hopes alive. After two deflating losses in San Francisco that saw them facing a tough 3-1 series deficit, the Houston Rockets furiously retaliated for Game 5 of their Western Conference first round matchup with the Golden State Warriors.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Rockets’ Dillon Brooks doesn’t hold back on Pat Spencer after Game 5 confrontation
The Houston Rockets kept their season alive with a 131–116 win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5, but the score wasn’t the only thing grabbing attention.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
Rockets Stave Off Elimination with Hot Scoring Performance
When the Houston Rockets needed their offense the most, it showed up. Down three games to one in its first round series versus the Golden State Warriors, Houston re-found its scoring streak, which has evaded it for most of the series.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / May 1
Houston Rockets: Amen Thompson Achieves Wild Playoff Stat Line Not Seen Since Hakeem Olajuwon in 1986
Amen Thompson arguably had his best game of the series during the Houston Rockets’ 131-116 Game 5 win over the Golden State Warriors. The 22-year-old guard posted 25 points, six rebounds, three assists, five steals, and three blocks on 8-for-12 shooting from the field in 35 minutes.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Rockets’ Dillon Brooks sounds off on targeting accusation amid Stephen Curry’s injury
The Houston Rockets avoided elimination at home on Wednesday night as they easily handled business against the Golden State Warriors in Game 5. The Rockets got out to a fast start in this one and never looked back as they cruised to a 131-116 win.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 30
Rockets get off to hot start, cruise past Warriors in Game 5
Fred VanVleet scored 14 of his game-high 26 points in a runaway first quarter, and Amen Thompson produced 25 points as the Houston Rockets surged to a 131-116 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors in Game 5 of this Western Conference first-round series Wednesday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Rockets force Game 6 with emphatic home victory over Warriors
The Houston Rockets needed to solve the Golden State Warriors to avoid elimination. It didn't take them long to crack the code in Game 5.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 30
Rockets Make One Player Untouchable In Trade Negotiations
The Houston Rockets have turned heads around the NBA. With a 52-30 record, they earned the second seed in the West. Their surprising rise sparked speculation that they might chase a superstar like Devin Booker or Kevin Durant amid the Phoenix Suns’ dumpster fire of a season.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Rockets rumors: The 1 untouchable in potential superstar trade talks
The Houston Rockets are still alive in the NBA Playoffs this season, but they will need a miracle to move on to the next round. After the No. 2 seed split its opening two games at home, the Golden State Warriors picked up a pair of gritty wins in The Bay to take a 3-1 lead and push the Rockets to the brink of elimination.
Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
The Rockets player Houston considers their best offensive player, and it’s not Alperen Sengun
As the Houston Rockets attempt to avoid elimination in their first-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors, one surprising name has emerged as the organization’s top offensive prospect: rookie guard Reed Sheppard.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 29
NBA analyst gives blunt take on Jalen Green's future with Rockets
After a dominant regular season campaign that landed them in second place in the Western Conference, the Rockets are on the brink of elimination. Following another shaky performance against the Warriors, one analyst feels Jalen Green could be on the move in the coming months.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / April 29
Rockets to consider lineup change for Game 5
With a second straight loss in Golden State on Monday, the Rockets fell behind 3-1 in their series vs. the Warriors and will head back home facing their first elimination game of the postseason on Wednesday.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 29
Alperen Sengun joins big man royalty in Rockets’ Game 4 loss
Despite the Houston Rockets’ narrow 109–106 loss to the Golden State Warriors in Game 4, Alperen Sengun delivered a performance that placed him among elite company.
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