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Kevin Durant Reveals Major Goal for After NBA Retirement

At 37 years old, Kevin Durant is still one of the top players in the NBA. In his debut season with the Houston Rockets, Durant averaged 26 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over 78 games.

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Kevin Durant thinks LeBron James will turn 76ers into ‘juggernaut’

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant has never had a problem with voicing his opinions. So what does KD think about LeBron James and the Sixers?

LeBron James could score less than ever with 76ers, and that’s probably OK

Patrick Beverley sends warning to rest of NBA after seeing LeBron James-led 76ers

76ers executive outlines Jaylen Brown’s role if LeBron James hadn’t been signed

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

Kevin Durant News / The Spun / August 27

Kevin Durant Turns $250,000 Investment Into Estimated $60 Million

Over his two decades in the NBA, Kevin Durant has earned over $500 million just on salary and is projected to reach over $600 million by the time he calls it a career.

Jayson Tatum News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27

High Stakes Rockets Season In Three Parts

In the fairly low global stakes fantasy world of sports the 2026-27 NBA season is a high stakes one for the Houston Rockets. We’ve reached a point where all three facets of the team: management, coaching, players, all need to deliver.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Kevin Durant Emotionally Opens Up About Russell Westbrook’s Retirement

Russell Westbrook officially announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA on Aug. 12, and it hit his former teammate Kevin Durant hard. Durant sat down with Speedy Mormon on the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, and Westbrook’s retirement was brought up on the show.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27

Rockets add another center to the roster

With the calendar about to switch over to September, the NBA inches closer and closer to a new season. The Houston Rockets and the rest of the NBA won’t officially be back on the court until the end of the month, when teams start training camp, but the Rockets are still filling out the end of their bench as the season approaches.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26

Houston Rockets make a change to a two-way spot

Roughly a month from the start of training camp, the Houston Rockets have reshuffled the bottom of the roster. Houston has swapped out one of its two-way slots, replacing guard Tristen Newton with center Rafael Castro.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26

Amen Thompson Predicted as Serious Candidate for Major NBA Award

Amen Thompson is garnering a reputation for being one of the most exciting players to watch in the NBA. Last season, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists on 53.4% field goal shooting over 79 games.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 26

Rockets Sign Rafael Castro To Two-Way Deal, Cut Tristen Newton

After signing Sean Pedulla to a two-way contract last week, the Rockets have brought in another newcomer on a two-way deal, announcing today that they’ve finalized an agreement with undrafted George Washington big man Rafael Castro, per Ben DuBose of RocketsWire.

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The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26

Should the Houston Rockets Trade for Kyrie Irving This Offseason?

With training camp set to begin in less than a month, there is ongoing speculation that the Houston Rockets could make a major trade prior to its start.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 25

Where will the Rockets finish in 2026-2027?

The Houston Rockets are predicted by ESPN’s summer prediction series to tie for third place in the 2026–27 Western Conference standings, according to a survey of its NBA insiders.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24

Houston Rockets Receive Favorable Projection for Next Season

With training camp set to begin in September, the majority of NBA franchises have nearly finalized their rosters for the upcoming season. For this reason, various media outlets have made their projections on where each team will stand in 2027.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 24

The top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years: 10-6

The penultimate edition of Yardbarker’s top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.

Spurs have a growing Victor Wembanyama problem that demands attention

Insider addresses uncertainty for Celtics regarding Paul George

Steph Curry might make a surprising decision about his Warriors future

The 'NBA Playoffs scoring leaders' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 24

Houston Rockets Team Awards for 2025-2026

With another NBA season officially in the books, it’s time to recognize the players who made the biggest impact for the Houston Rockets. Here are the site's team awards for the 2025-2026 season.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 24

Three players the Rockets could trade for in 2026-2027

I try to use this space to write high-brow (by sports standards) pieces about the Houston Rockets. Firstly, SB Nation is the best. There is absolute freedom here.

Daly: NHL expansion to Houston, Austin could come by 2029-30

It looks like the NHL might be on its way to expanding after all. When speaking to the media in Munich, Germany, on Friday as part of the NHL European Media Tour, deputy commissioner Bill Daly addressed possible near-term expansion, with the Lone Star State a key player.

Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / August 22

Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade

Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.

Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first

Rich Paul makes a notable admission about his client Peyton Watson

Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 22

Where Kevin Durant Fits Among Dominant Players of the 2010s

One of the biggest factors in basketball's greatest-of-all-time debate is the difference between eras. Due to the variance in competition, rules, and playing styles over the years, it is difficult to compare the career of a Hall of Fame talent, like Bill Russell, to a modern-day star, such as Nikola Jokic.

Aaron Holiday News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Aaron Holiday Signs With Maxima Roma

After spending the past eight seasons in the NBA, free agent point guard Aaron Holiday will continue his career overseas, per Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 18

Rockets Projected To Land Rising Arizona Star In 2027 NBA Mock Draft

The Houston Rockets could add yet another elite young prospect to their core in 2027, with Arizona guard Caleb Holt projected to land with them with the No.

Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 15

Rockets 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release

The Houston Rockets must have been very disappointed with the way they ended the 2025-26 season. Their goal heading into last season was to compete for a championship, but they didn’t even come close in the end.

Houston Rockets News / Stadium Rant / August 12

Russell Westbrook To Rockets: Epic 2026 KD Reunion?

As the 2026 NBA offseason winds down, the Houston Rockets have a quiet opportunity to make a loud addition to their locker room. Could a familiar face be returning to Houston?

Houston Rockets News / HITC / August 8

Jabari Smith Jr. speaks out on Rockets future after Kevin Durant chemistry concerns

Jabari Smith Jr. has addressed concerns over his partnership with Kevin Durant, insisting the Houston Rockets are ready to take a big step forward. Questions had been raised last season after visible chemistry issues following Durant’s arrival in Houston.

Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / August 8

Jabari Smith Jr. Sets Expectations for Rockets Season After Alleged Chemistry Issues With Kevin Durant

Jabari Smith Jr. and Kevin Durant survived an awkward first dance. Now, the Houston Rockets forward believes the real show is about to begin. After a rocky debut season spent finding chemistry with the 16x All-Star, Smith says the growing pains are behind Houston and a major leap awaits in 2026-27, no matter what the offseason noise suggests.