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The Houston Rockets dominated the Golden State Warriors on the way to a Game 5 victory at home. They got strong scoring performances from Amen Thompson, Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks as they led the team to a blowout victory.

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'I Had A Dream That I Was Drunk': Jalen Green’s GF Draya Michele Shares Dream That Made Her Doubt Her Drinking Habits

Jalen Green’s girlfriend, Draya Michele, seems to have made a life-changing decision. Michele posted an Instagram story where she mentioned considering quitting drinking alcohol for good after she had a dream where she was recorded by the media ‘acting out’ while drunk at an event.

Amen Thompson News / Hardwood Heroics / May 2

Houston Rockets Rumors: Amen Thompson is Considered 'Untouchable' in Future Trade Talks, Claims 1 Insider

Amen Thompson has emerged as one of the Houston Rockets’ most impactful players, so much so that the team considers the second-year pro “untouchable” in any trade talks, even as they search for their next superstar.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Dillon Brooks Has Clear Message About Stephen Curry’s Injury During Warriors-Rockets Series

The Golden State Warriors hold a 3-2 series lead over the Houston Rockets in the first round. Despite being the No. 7 seed, the Warriors have been able to play from ahead, though a Game 5 loss has given the Rockets optimism that they can win the series.

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The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz

How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA's active block leaders' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers made in every NBA season since 1979-80' quiz

The '2023-24 NBA free throw leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Rockets Make Official Injury Announcement Ahead of Game 6 vs. Warriors

On Friday, the Rockets and Warriors will play in San Francisco with a trip to the Western Conference semifinals on the line. The Warriors lead the series, 3-2, so a win sends them forward for a matchup against the Timberwolves.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Was Game 5 the Flame that Ignites the Houston Rockets?

Simply put, before Game 5 of their first-round series against the Golden State Warriors, the Houston Rockets looked dead in the water. They had no answer on defense when it came to the Warriors' one-two punch of Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, and they seemingly couldn't buy a bucket on offense.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1

History shows Warriors shouldn't be alarmed by blowout loss

History shows Warriors shouldn't be alarmed by Game 5 blowout loss

The Golden State Warriors suffered an embarrassing blowout loss on the road to Dillon Brooks' team Thursday. But it's not too alarming.

Steve Kerr pulls drastic move during blowout Game 5 loss

Suns hire a new general manager

Former exec: Giannis Antetokounmpo trade is best path forward for Bucks

Lakers' early exit not on Luka Doncic or indicative of franchise's future

Hornets' Mark Williams throws shade at Lakers after their playoff exit

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Rockets Take Care of Business vs. Warriors

The Houston Rockets are still alive in their series against the Golden State Warriors thanks to a statement made in Game 5, beating their opponent by double digits.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Rockets Offense Must Stay Hot For Game 6

The Houston Rockets had their best offensive showing in the playoffs so far after a big Game 5 win against the Golden State Warriors at home to save their season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

Views from the Game: The Houston Rockets Cruise to a 131-116 Victory in Game 5

The Houston Rockets hosted the Golden State Warriors in a do-or-die Game 5 Wednesday night. Before the game, Ime Udoka stated that he would go with the same starting lineup as he had in the first four games.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1

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.

Jalen Green News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1

Rockets’ Jalen Green gives Game 6 update after knee injury scare vs. Warriors

The Houston Rockets are at their best when Jalen Green is being aggressive and leading the team in scoring. As good as Alperen Sengun is as the team’s only All-Star, Green is the X-factor because of his three-way scoring abilities.

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 / 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.

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.

Pat Spencer gets ejected for headbutt on Alperen Sengun

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Magic's defense has elevated Celtics

Pacers are silently emerging as a threat in the East

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 30

Rockets Have Tough Upcoming Decision On Veteran Point Guard

While the Houston Rockets have other more pressing issues, they will have a major upcoming decision to make. Do the Rockets exercise point guard Fred VanVleet‘s $44.88 million team option this offseason?

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 Green's future with Rockets

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.

Warriors win a nail-biter to take a 3-1 series lead over Rockets

Alperen Sengun joins big man royalty in Rockets’ Game 4 loss

Rockets to consider lineup change for Game 5

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The 'NBA champion Houston Rockets' quiz

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.