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Are The Rockets Depending Too Much On Development?

The Houston Rockets have the potential to become one of the league's best teams over the course of the upcoming season. Potential is the keyword, because the Rockets are counting on some of their young players to reach their potential for the team to hit their expectations.

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Josh Okogie Has Great Opportunity to Make Impact With Dorian Finney-Smith Injured

The Houston Rockets went through significant changes this offseason. From blockbuster trades to free agent signings, the Rockets were one of the most active teams in the NBA this offseason.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13

Houston Rockets' Last Two Preseason Games Should Tell Us More About the Rotation

The Houston Rockets have been off for the last several days after their 140-127 win over the Utah Jazz. Preseason usually is not a time to pay too much attention to stats and records, as most teams are rolling out a vanilla game plan and sitting their leading players for part, if not all, of the game.

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How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13

2017-18 Rockets Listed as Best Team to Never Make the Finals

The 2017-18 Houston Rockets are one of the best teams in the history of the franchise. Technically, they are the best Rockets team ever, as they won a record 65 games, securing the top seed in the Western Conference. It didn't seem like as much of a sure thing leading up to the games, however.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13

Player Rankings: Rockets' Alperen Sengun Lands Above Commonly-Compared Star Big Man

By now, you've heard the comparisons of Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun. His ability to pass and create scoring opportunities for teammates has drawn comparisons to some of the better passers at the center position.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13

Rockets’ Offense Looking Much-Improved in Early Preseason

There were only a few things that could’ve caused another round of contention-esque conversations around the Houston Rockets in preseason. But showing off the best offense in the league through a few games was certainly one of them.

Alperen Sengun News / The Dream Shake / October 13

Alperen Sengun should be the Rockets new point guard

Point guard. Some Rockets fans are already too distressed to continue reading. The team’s challenges at the position are well-documented. It was the foremost topic in the town square for too long.

Kevin Durant News / Fadeaway World / October 13

Kevin Durant Says Suns No Longer Have Championship Expectations Since He Left

Kevin Durant does not hold back from being blunt with his fans. Following the trade to the Rockets and the start of the preseason, Durant has been targeted by Suns fans who seem to be relishing the aftermath of his move.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 12

Rockets Bring Back H-Town City Jersey With Dunkstronaut Flair

The H-Town City jersey is officially back. The Houston Rockets announced that the beloved alternate uniform, along with the signature Dunkstronaut design, will return for the 2025–26 season.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 12

Why Ime Udoka Should Be Everyone's Pick for Coach of the Year

The Houston Rockets have built something special since the James Harden era. After the former MVP departed from the team during the 2020-21 season, the Rockets slowly went into a rebuild with a mix of veterans and young talent.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 12

While Rockets Fans Hope for Russell Westbrook Reunion, All Signs Point Elsewhere

As soon as Fred VanVleet went down for what is likely to be the entire 2025-26 NBA season with a torn ACL, panic set in among Houston Rockets fans. The team's two-way floor general and veteran leader was a major part of their rise to relevance.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 12

Speed Could Be The Rockets' Best Offensive Skill

The Houston Rockets may have one of their best offenses of the decade going into this season, even without the services of Fred VanVleet. While this still doesn't necessarily mean they'll have one of the league's best offenses, they have several elements that could contribute to a top-tier level if utilized to their maximum potential.

Amen Thompson News / NBA Analysis Network / October 12

Evan Turner shares Amen Thompson concern that makes him doubt the Houston Rockets as title contenders

The Houston Rockets are expected to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference in the 2025-26 season. The Rockets finished second in the West with 52 wins last season before suffering a disappointing first-round defeat to the Golden State Warriors.

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Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 12

Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Ranks as Top-Five Coach

Ime Udoka arrived to the Houston Rockets at the perfect time. The Rockets were a young team in need of guidance and direction and Udoka had previously led the Boston Celtics to the NBA Finals in his lone season as a head coach.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 12

Houston Rockets 2025-26 Predictions: Double Bigs By Christmas

When the Houston Rockets hired head coach Ime Udoka in 2023, they expected a defensive culture change. They got it straight away. However, it was only with a second starting-caliber center, in a healthy Steven Adams, that the team unlocked the full Udoka experience.

Dorian Finney-Smith News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 12

Rockets' Dorian Finney-Smith Ranks as Top-20 Small Forward

After losing Dillon Brooks by way of the Kevin Durant trade, the Houston Rockets moved swiftly to identify a replacement, inking Dorian Finney-Smith to a four-year deal worth $52.7 million early in the offseason's free agency period.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 11

NBA All-Star Named 'Ambitious Trade Target' for Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets are in a bit of a hole right now regarding the rotation, particularly at the guard position. Their veteran leader and floor general, Fred VanVleet, will likely miss the season with a torn ACL suffered prior to training camp.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 11

How Could the Rockets' Defense Look Without Key Ball-Stoppers This Season?

Last season, it was easy to point out that the Houston Rockets' biggest weaknesses were shot creation and three-point shooting. In the playoffs, that was on display as they faltered to the No.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 11

How Can The Rockets Sustain Their Hot Offensive Start?

The Houston Rockets have gotten off to a good start offensively, an area they were hoping to improve from their performance last season. The early returns bode well for Houston, with strong performances in each of the team's first two preseason games.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 11

First Preseason Game Already Showed How Kevin Durant Raises Everyone’s Game

The Houston Rockets and their fans had to wait an extra two days for the debut of Kevin Durant in a Rockets uniform. Durant was ruled out right before the first preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 11

Rockets Preseason Showcasing New Offensive Potential

The Houston Rockets’ preseason will resume on October 14th against the New Orleans Pelicans. So far, in only two games, fans have seen plenty to get excited over.

Tari Eason News / Last Word On Sports / October 11

Rockets Injury Update Confirms Veteran’s Offseason Surgery

With many focusing on Houston Rockets floor general Fred VanVleet‘s torn ACL, the team’s latest update turns the attention towards another veteran. This

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 9

What we learned from Rockets' first game in Kevin Durant era

The Rockets didn’t need fireworks to announce a new era. They just needed balance.

Kevin Durant's 'dope' reunion plan hit with reality check

Rockets confident extension with Kevin Durant will get done this month

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Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / October 9

'We Got a Lot of Capable Pieces' – Houston Rockets’ Ime Udoka Drops Team’s Unusual Plan to Cope Without Fred VanVleet

The Houston Rockets have a glaring hole in the backcourt following Fred VanVleet’s devastating knee injury this offseason. However, head coach Ime Udoka doesn’t seem to be too concerned with his point guard’s extended absence.