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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 20
Houston Rockets Will Need Veterans to Maintain Impact
The Houston Rockets have become accustomed to getting better each year. The team underwent a rebuild in the last half-decade — adding players like now-Phoenix Sun Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, Amen Thompson and plenty more.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 20
How the Corner 3-Pointer Could Become a Weapon for Amen Thompson
For the upcoming 2025-26 season, the Houston Rockets are seen as one of the teams that could compete for an NBA championship. After two straight seasons of improvement, capped off by a 52-win season last year and the blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, the Rockets are one of the best teams in the NBA on paper.
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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 20
Will The Rockets' Offense Continue To Live In The Paint?
The Houston Rockets haven't needed the three-point shot to be competitive in their last few seasons. They had several players, like Jalen Green, Amen Thompson, and Alperen Sengun, who were adept at getting into the paint and finishing.
Kevin Durant News / NBA Analysis Network / August 20
Kevin Durant snaps back at NBA fan for scorer argument, claims Michael Jordan would agree with him
Being able to score at will is undoubtedly one of the most applauded qualities in NBA stars. Oftentimes, the biggest stars in the league are phenomenal scorers, like Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Draymond Green Fires Back at Alperen Sengun's 'Crying' Claim
It's been months since the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors crossed paths in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, but that series is still being talked about.
Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / August 19
Kevin Durant Claps Back After Fans Spark 'Hypothetical' Michael Jordan Debate
Kevin Durant, who was traded to the Rockets this summer, is reportedly in talks for a potential contract extension, but a deal is nowhere close to being finalized, according to reports.
Hakeem Olajuwon News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Rockets' Hakeem Olajuwon Ranks as Top International Player in NBA History
The NBA has seen a global rise over the last decade. In fact, each of the last four MVP winners were born elsewhere. All told, we haven't had an American-born
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Warriors' Draymond Green Shares Thoughts on Rockets Postseason Series
The opening round postseason series between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets was arguably the most evenly-matched duel in that round of the playoffs.
John Wall News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Former Rockets Point Guard Announces Retirement
Former Rockets guard John Wall officially announced his retirement from basketball on the morning of August 19, through posting a video montage on his Instagram account.
Jabari Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Jabari Smith Was on Fire From 3-Point Range to End Last Season
Jabari Smith had an up-and-down 2024-25 season. The season started like each of his first two seasons with him in the starting lineup at power forward next to Alperen Sengun.
Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Houston Rockets Will Need Shooting Boost from Reed Sheppard
The Houston Rockets are officially contenders. The team’s offseason moves have been more than noticed, helping them land an opening night bout against the Oklahoma City Thunder for their ring night. Some of that has to do with the addition of Kevin Durant, who hasn’t shied away from OKC criticism since his departure there.
Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / August 19
'Made Those Same Shots for Over a Decade': Kevin Durant Factors in Michael Jordan in Recent Online Debate
When he bids his farewell to the sport, Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant will be remembered as one of the best to ever lace his boots. Will be thought of as a legendary 3-level scorer, though?
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Are The Rockets Ready to Match Last Season's Finals Teams?
The Houston Rockets' notable trade for Kevin Durant would not have happened if the team believed they were capable of competing against the league's top teams.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 19
Five Years Ago Today: Rockets Begin 2020 NBA Bubble Playoffs
It's hard to believe that it has already been five years since the NBA Bubble in Orlando. The Houston Rockets, one of the league's best teams at the time, began their postseason run a half-decade ago today with a 123-108 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the first round.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / August 19
'I Hope This Trade Motivates You' – Houston Rockets Star Reveals Message to Jalen Green Following the Durant Trade
The Houston Rockets were one of the most active teams in the NBA at the start of the offseason. The team sent Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and future picks to the Phoenix Suns and received Kevin Durant in return.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 19
Houston Rockets 2025 NBA Cup West Group C predictions
The 2025-26 Houston Rockets are a franchise with ambition, swagger, and newfound expectations. After acquiring Kevin Durant, Clint Capela, and Dorian Finney-Smith
Kevin Durant News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Update emerges on Kevin Durant’s extension talks with Rockets
Kevin Durant’s negotiations on a new contract still appear to be stuck in quicksand. The former NBA MVP Durant and the Houston Rockets are not close on a contract extension, Sam Amico of Hoops Wire reported Monday.
Alperen Sengun News / Fadeaway World / August 19
Alperen Sengun Comes Under Fire For Calling Out Warriors: 'Sound Like A Sore Loser'
Alperen Sengun, the Rockets' All-Star, gave a candid interview with the renowned Turkish sports analyst Socrates Dergi, where he spoke about several things,
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N'Faly Dante News / Hoops Rumors / August 18
Rockets won’t match Hawks' offer sheet for N’Faly Dante
Big man N’Faly Dante will join the Hawks, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who reports (via Twitter) that the Rockets aren’t matching the two-year, $4.5MM offer sheet Dante signed with Atlanta.
Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / August 18
Rockets, Kevin Durant not close on contract extension
Kevin Durant has yet to sign an extension with the Houston Rockets, and nearly two months after arriving from Phoenix, there are no signs that a deal is close.
Alperen Sengun News / Last Word On Sports / August 17
Alperen Sengun Has Good News for Rockets Fans
Alperen Sengun arguably has been the best player on the Houston Rockets for the last two seasons. He was their best and most consistent player in their latest playoff run.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 17
The Jumbo-Ball Rockets Are Just Barmy About Centers
The Houston Rockets have one of the most exciting young star centers in the league. Despite that, they will go into next season with at least six players capable of playing the position.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 16
Hawks move to add big-man depth with Rockets G League standout
In terms of a low-cost, under-the-radar pickup, the Hawks may have hit this move out of the park.
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16
Rockets had the most bizarre schedule release video
The Houston Rockets tried to get a little too quirky with their schedule release video for next season. On Thursday, the NBA released its full schedule for the 2025-26 campaign.
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