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The Houston Rockets lost their second straight game Friday night to the Los Angeles Lakers 140-109. Usually, when a team loses by this wide of a margin, alarm bells start to go off immediately after the game.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 12

Houston Rockets: Trade or Keep Cam Whitmore?

Cam Whitmore had arguably the best game of his career last night, scoring 34 points in 37 minutes against the Los Angeles Lakers. There have been a flurry of trade rumors surrounding the Rockets, and with star players possibly on the market, Whitmore could be out.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 26

Cam Whitmore’s DNP Streak Continues Amid Rockets’ Success

Despite a slight detour from success against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday, the Houston Rockets remain one of the hottest teams in the league as the 2024-25 NBA season comes to a close.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 4

Rockets' Young Core Has Risen to Occasion in Expanded Opportunity

The Houston Rockets suffered a tough 137-128 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road last night. Despite being down just one point at halftime and a 39-point fourth quarter, Houston couldn't muster up enough defense to stop Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 51 points.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 4

Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore Seize an Opportunity for the Rockets

The Houston Rockets' main rotation consists of many first-round and lottery draft picks. The organization signed veterans like Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet to supplement their young players and to show the young Rockets how to play competitive basketball.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / March 3

Career Nights from Cam Whitmore and Reed Sheppard Not Enough to Beat Thunder

The Houston Rockets came into Monday night trying to shake off a tough loss to the Sacramento Kings, but would have to overcome multiple absences as four of their starters would be missing against their matchup with the No.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 28

Rockets, Magic Could Become Trade Partners

The Houston Rockets will be thrown back into trade rumors when the offseason comes as many look at this year as the opportunity for the team to make a blockbuster deal.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 17

Rockets' Cam Whitmore Hopes to Heat Up After All-Star Break

Houston Rockets second-year pro Cam Whitmore has been grinding through the season with the team. Things started off rough for Whitmore, who found himself on the outside looking in for Ime Udoka's rotation early in the season.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 5

Rockets Guard Linked to Wizards

The Washington Wizards are less than 48 hours away from the NBA trade deadline, and now is the time for them to capitalize on an opportunity. While the Wizards should be seeking future draft capital, they should also have their eyes on players around the league that are limited in their role on their current teams.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 26

Rockets' Cam Whitmore Improving on Defense

Houston Rockets second-year pro Cam Whitmore has been through ups and downs during his tenure with the team, but he is approaching a peak because of his efforts on the defensive end of the floor.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 24

Houston Rockets: Cam Whitmore is Essential Moving Forward

Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore has had a roller coaster sophomore season to say the least. From struggling mightily with his shooting to begin the season, to, at a point, being completely taken out of the rotation, it hasn't been all sunshine and rainbows for the year-two player.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 22

Cam Whitmore Under Pressure For Rockets

The Houston Rockets have a deep rotation, which is exactly what teams in the contender conversation hope to have. This sparks competition amongst the players on the roster for playing time, and one person that has been on the fringe hopping in and out of the rotation is second-year pro Cam Whitmore.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 14

The Houston Rockets Need Cam Whitmore’s Bench Production to Continuing Winning

For most of the season, Cam Whitmore has been on the outside looking in. After a successful rookie campaign, many thought Whitmore would have an even bigger role on the team this season.

Houston Rockets News / Sporting News / January 14

Rockets predicted to cut ties with Cam Whitmore via trade to Celtics

The Houston Rockets may send one of their promising young assets to the Boston Celtics this season

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 12

Celtics Trade Proposal Lands $15M Wing From West Contender

The Boston Celtics are one of the best teams in the NBA. They have a great chance to repeat as NBA Champions, but the future has some questions. This trade proposal would have them fix that problem while not giving up on the present.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 8

Cam Whitmore Re-Finding Groove for Houston Rockets

It hasn’t been all sunshine for Cam Whitmore in his second year with the Rockets. But it’s started to shine through more and more in recent weeks. After an under-averaged start to his sophomore season, the Rockets assigned Whitmore to the team’s G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 7

Rockets' Cam Whitmore Shines Against Wizards As Breakout Continues

The Houston Rockets defeated the Washington Wizards in a 135-112 win on Tuesday night. The Rockets were short in the rotation, without Jabari Smith Jr.

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Watch: Jayson Tatum dropped Cam Whitmore

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 3

Should Rockets Trade Cam Whitmore?

Houston Rockets guard Cam Whitmore could be a hot name in trade rumors leading up to the Feb. 6 trade deadline. The second-year pro has gone through ups and downs during his time in Houston, but his 18-point performance in 24 minutes could have teams interested in acquiring him.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / January 2

Cam Whitmore Sounds Frustrated With Role On The Rockets

Cam Whitmore spoke after the Houston Rockets' 110-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks. He noted that his contribution on the night, and this season with the Rockets may be strong, but doesn't lead to any change.

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Cam Whitmore is a future star for the Rockets

If Whitmore can follow the right developmental path, his future in Houston will be incredibly bright.

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Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / January 4, 2024

Rockets fans calling for Cam Whitmore should be thrilled with Ime Udoka’s comments

The Houston Rockets have quickly made their way into the conversation as one of the NBA's next young and intriguing up-and-comers, and they're quickly proving to be a group that has the makings of a legitimate playoff team.

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Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / July 18, 2023

Prospect with biggest draft slide becomes Summer League MVP

Seventeen teams passed on Cam Whitmore in the draft. Now he's the Summer League MVP. Whitmore averaged 19.3 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.5 steals in his six games in Las Vegas, as his Houston Rockets reached the championship game—they lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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