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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / January 31
Rockets young duo have to make it work 
I was ready to go nuclear. I was resisting urges. Fighting demons. I was ready to say Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson can’t play together. Let’s be honest – it isn’t a clean fit.
Steven Adams News / The Dream Shake / January 31
A letter to the Rockets Steven Adams
Dear Steven Adams, When you became a Houston Rocket in 2024, I was ecstatic. I had enjoyed following you since I was a 12-year-old kid watching the Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder playoff series in 2017.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 31
Rockets Rejected Bulls Trade Offer of Tari Eason in Coby White Talks
Tari Eason is highly coveted around the league. It's been reported that half of the league has registered interest in prying him from the Houston Rockets. However, a more accurate number is probably 29 teams.
The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Durant News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31
Kevin Durant has honest take on passing Kareem in scoring
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant offered a thoughtful and humble response when asked about the possibility of surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for second place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
What the Rockets Actually Need at the Trade Deadline, and What They Don't
The Houston Rockets have positioned themselves well to make moves at the NBA’s Feb. 5 trade deadline. While they’ve underperformed relative to expectations through the first half of the season, they’re still one of the more asset-rich teams in the league, giving themselves flexibility in terms of moves.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 30
Predicting the Western Conference's All-Star reserves
Reserves for the Western Conference All-Star team will be voted on by NBA coaches and announced on Sunday, Feb. 1.
Fred VanVleet News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 30
Fred VanVleet addresses rumors about him being 'Rocket For Life'
The Houston Rockets (29-17) could use the veteran leadership, savvy playmaking and 3-point shooting that Fred VanVleet can provide, but his status for this season remains in serious uncertainty after he suffered a torn ACL in September.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
Can The Rockets Still Compete If They Stand Pat At Trade Deadline?
The Houston Rockets are seemingly sticking with the team they've created, hoping to stay competitive against some of the Western Conference's best teams with mostly drafted talent and the All-NBA caliber performance of Kevin Durant.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
Houston Rockets' 'Stay Ready Crew' shows up in win over Hawks
The Houston Rockets, like many teams this season, have had to navigate tough parts of their schedule, injuries, and the long grind of an 82-game NBA regular season.
Coby White News / The Dream Shake / January 30
Bulls asking price should prompt Rockets to pass on Coby White
The Houston Rockets could use an on-ball facilitating guard. Everybody talks about it. By all intents and purposes, Rafael Stone and co. are trying to address that need by the trade deadline.
Jose Alvarado News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
Amid Rockets' Interest, Jose Alvarado Hopes to Remain with Pelicans
With the trade deadline next week, the Houston Rockets’ plans are becoming more and more clear. At least, they are starting to. The Rockets have several glaring needs.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
Rockets' Most Valuable Draft Capital Ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline
Ahead of the NBA trade deadline, the Houston Rockets have been active in talking to teams around the league. They're in the market for a deal that could swing their season, most notably having a weakness at the point guard position.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 30
Rockets Trade Deadline Primer: Assets, Targets, Approach and a Wild Card
The Rockets have historically been a team that hasn’t shied away from making moves, be it aggressively adding talent, or extracting value from currently rostered players.
NBA News / The Dream Shake / January 30
Rockets Fly Past Hawks 104-86 With Strong Second Half
The Rockets, as perhaps an oracular punishment for blowing a lead against the Spurs the night before, and getting embarrassingly run off the court to close that game, were sent out on the road to Atlanta the very next night.
Clint Capela News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29
Rockets’ Clint Capela gets tribute video from Hawks before Atlanta return
Clint Capela received a touching tribute in his return to Atlanta during the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Hawks on Thursday night. Capela represented the Hawks for five seasons from 2020 to 2025, helping the franchise with productive performances throughout three playoff runs.
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / January 29
Kevin Durant, Rockets errupt in second half to stifle Hawks
Kevin Durant scored 31 points to spark the visiting Houston Rockets to a strong second half and a 104-86 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. The Rockets,
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 29
Kevin Durant shares shooting advice for Victor Wembanyama after matchup
After his Houston Rockets lost to Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs, Kevin Durant was still willing to share some advice for the young superstar.
Ralph Sampson News / Scoop B / January 29
The Twin Tower Legacy: Ralph Sampson on the Rockets’ New Era, KD’s Arrival and the Spirit of the All-Star Game
Ralph Sampson remains one of the most unique physical marvels to ever grace the hardwood, a 7-foot-4 “Twin Tower” whose agility and skill set redefined
Tari Eason News / Athlon Sports / January 29
Rockets Announce Tari Eason Decision
The Houston Rockets played the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night in the first game of a back-to-back. They return to action on Thursday to face the Atlanta Hawks.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / January 28
Clint Capela signing looks prescient after Steven Adams injury news
The Houston Rockets loved what Steven Adams gave them last season, but they still signed Clint Capela in the offseason as insurance.
Steven Adams News / Hoops Rumors / January 28
Rockets' Steven Adams undergoing season-ending ankle surgery
Rockets center Steven Adams is undergoing surgery on his left ankle and will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season.
Ime Udoka News / Last Word On Sports / January 28
Ime Udoka’s Adjustments Are Starting to Show in Houston
For much of the early season, the Houston Rockets looked like a team searching for answers. The talent was evident. The depth was real. Yet the results often felt disconnected from the process.
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