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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 3
Who Will Be the Houston Rockets’ Next Franchise Star?
On Thursday, Amen Thompson agreed to a five-year, $208 million rookie contract extension with the Houston Rockets. This is now the highest total contract on the Rockets’ team payroll, which will take effect at the conclusion of the 2026-2027 season.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 3
NBA Notes: Rockets, Amen Thompson, Heat, Gabe Vincent, Hornets
The Rockets are betting very big on Amen Thompson. Houston officially signed Thompson to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale extension, according to the NBA transaction log.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3
Rockets rumors: Did Amen Thompson take a discount on new contract?
On Thursday, it was reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania that the Houston Rockets had signed wing Amen Thompson to a five-year, $208 million contract extension.
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.
Amen Thompson News / Field Level Media / September 3
Report: Rockets, Amen Thompson reach 5-year, $208M extension
Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension, ESPN reported Thursday morning. Per the report, Thompson's deal includes a 10% trade kicker.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / September 3
Blockbuster Rockets-Mavericks Mock Trade Reunites Kevin Durant With Ex-Nets Teammate
It has been a quiet offseason thus far for the Houston Rockets as they have not made much noise outside of a couple of moves. Of course, the Rockets are coming off their second consecutive first-round playoff exit and are looking to turn things around heading into the new season, with Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun leading the way.
Amen Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3
Amen Thompson lands stunning new contract with the Rockets
Amen Thompson will be with the Houston Rockets for more years to come. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday that Thompson and the Rockets have agreed to a new multi-year deal.
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 / Hoops Rumors / September 3
Rockets, Amen Thompson Agree To Five-Year Extension
The Rockets and guard Amen Thompson have reached an agreement on a five-year rookie scale extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports (via Twitter) that the deal will be worth $208MM and will include a 10% trade kicker.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 3
Here's Why the 2026-2027 Season Could Be Crucial for the Rockets
With Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson continuing to elevate their respective career ceilings, there are hopes for the Houston Rockets to emerge as serious title contenders in the Western Conference.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
Should the Houston Rockets Trade Kevin Durant to... the Celtics?
With training camp just weeks away, there’s ongoing speculation that the Houston Rockets could trade away Kevin Durant. Durant averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over 78 games last season, earning an All-NBA Second Team selection.
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
The Award that Reed Sheppard Could Win in 2026-27
ESPN recently polled its experts on who they believe will win the Sixth Man of the Year award next season. Alex Caruso finished first with 34 points, followed by Dylan Harper with 23 and Ajay Mitchell with 22.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
Amen Thompson Has a Real Shot at This Award
I know how difficult it is for a player like Amen Thompson to win Defensive Player of the Year. If you're not a center or a big power forward protecting the rim and getting stocks, you're most likely not going to win the award.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
Should the Houston Rockets Sign This Two-Time All-Star?
Victor Oladipo is one of the most intriguing names left on the free agent market. The 34-year-old guard averaged 13.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game with the Milwaukee Bucks’ G-League affiliate last season, though he has not been part of an NBA roster since 2024.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 2
Previewing the Houston Rockets Point Guards for the 2026-2027 Season
With training camp set to begin within the next few weeks, the Houston Rockets will have time to prepare and evaluate how their talent has progressed over the summer.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 2
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant makes huge HBCU move
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant made a huge move that benefited Tennessee State’s men’s basketball program. According to a social media post from the TSU Tigers men’s basketball account, the two-time NBA champion sent Tennessee State pairs of his Nike KD19s.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / September 1
Kevin Durant Says Some Of His Closest Friends Are 9-To-5 Workers He Met Through Video Games
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has been an avid gamer for years, and it turns out that hobby has led to him making some pretty special friends.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / August 28
Should the Rockets worry about a Kevin Durant trade request?
The Houston Rockets will enter the 2026-27 season with a rather interesting situation.
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.
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.
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