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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 27
Ime Udoka Is The Soul Of This Rockets Team
The Houston Rockets are entering a new era of contending led by head coach Ime Udoka, who has drastically turned the franchise around. He led Houston back to the playoffs for the first time in over five seasons, and he helped the team secure its first 50-win season since 2018-19.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 23
Ime Udoka Continues to Mold the Houston Rockets Into His Ideal Team
The Houston Rockets have been on the rise the last two seasons after three years straight of winning 22 games or fewer. The Rockets went into full rebuild
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 23
'Saw All of Our Strengths and Weaknesses': Kyrie Irving Speaks on Ime Udoka Leaving Nets to Join Celtics
In the NBA, it doesn’t usually pay to get too attached to a player or a coach. Steph Curry and Steve Kerr are an exception and not the rule. More often, players and coaches bounce around the league in search of better fits, better contracts and better situations.
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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 21
The Houston Rockets Continue to Build Chemistry During the Offseason
The Houston Rockets knew it was time to close the book on their rebuilding phase after they finished 22-60 in the 2022-23 season. The Rockets had set a plan in motion after James Harden was traded to the Brooklyn Nets at the beginning of 2021.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17
Ime Udoka gets real on what Kevin Durant’s addition means for the Rockets
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka is excited for Kevin Durant. While adding a veteran All-Star to his team could yield his first trip to the NBA Finals since his lone season with the Boston Celtics in 2022, Udoka is happy to see Durant in a winning situation with the Rockets.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 14
Rockets Kevin Durant Explains Ime Udoka's Unique Defensive Strategy
It's well known that the Houston Rockets' strength is defense. It's not necessarily a new development either. We saw the James Harden-led Rockets reach the Western Conference Finals by deploying Jeff Bzdelik's switch-everything defensive scheme, which is easy to do when you have defensive wings like Trevor Ariza, P.J.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13
Rockets HC Ime Udoka gets 100% real about defensive history with Kevin Durant
New Houston Rockets duo Ime Udoka and Kevin Durant share a great history of playing against each other. For Udoka, he did this as both a player and coach.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10
Rockets’ Kevin Durant responds to fans’ claim of Ime Udoka ‘locking him up’
NBA fans were quick to notice Ime Udoka’s approach towards defending Kevin Durant. The new Houston Rockets star caught wind of this, explaining his perspective.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9
Rockets’ Kevin Durant reveals how Ime Udoka helps ‘push’ stars to get better
Ahead of a reunion with his former assistant coach during his time with the Brooklyn Nets, Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant commended his head coach, Ime Udoka.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 8
Houston Rockets: Kevin Durant Praises Ime Udoka's Defensive Schemes
The Houston Rockets defense was unlocked last year under head coach Ime Udoka, ranking fifth in defensive rating (110.3), 10th in steals per game (8.4) and fourth in opponent effective field goal percentage (52.8).
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6
Rockets’ Ime Udoka, Rafael Stone break silence on Kevin Durant trade
After making their seven-team trade for Kevin Durant official, Rockets GM Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka addressed the move for Durant in a press release.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 6
Seven-team Kevin Durant trade officially finalized
The seven-team trade that sends star forward Kevin Durant and free agent big man Clint Capela (via sign-and-trade) to Houston is now official, according to press releases from several teams, including the Rockets.
Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / July 4
'He’s Got Some Missing Screws' – Houston Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. Gets 100% Honest on Being Coached by Ime Udoka
Jabari Smith Jr. believes that Ime Udoka deserves his long-term extension with the Houston Rockets after he guided the team to its first Top 2 seed finish in the Western Conference since 2018 and playoff appearance since 2019-20.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 4
Rockets Predicted to Have NBA's Best Defense Next Season
If there's one thing that you can guarantee about the Houston Rockets, it's that they're going to defend. Head coach Ime Udoka hangs his hat on getting stops, which the Rockets desperately needed at the time of his arrival in 2023.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Rockets re-signing former All-Star on two-year deal
The Rockets are declining Fred VanVleet‘s $44.9MM player option and will instead re-sign him on a two-year, $50MM deal, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / June 22
Report: Ime Udoka Played Strong Role In Rockets Trading For Kevin Durant
According to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Ime Udoka played a strong role in the Houston Rockets getting Kevin Durant. The Rockets traded Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No.
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Details emerge about Ime Udoka's new contract with Rockets
The Houston Rockets are betting hard on Ime Udoka.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 19
Why Rockets shouldn't give too much away for Kevin Durant
While trading for future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant could be tempting, it may not be the best move.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / June 19
Report: Rockets coach Ime Udoka signs long-term extension
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has agreed to a long-term contract extension, ESPN reported on Thursday. While no specific terms were cited in the report, ESPN said the deal would make Udoka one of the highest-paid coaches in the NBA.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / June 19
Rockets, Ime Udoka Agree To Long-Term Contract Extension
The Houston Rockets have agreed to a long-term contract extension with coach Ime Udoka, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The deal is set to make Udoka one of the highest-paid coaches in the NBA, Charania noted.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / June 19
Rockets agree to long-term contract extension with HC
He has led Houston to a dramatic turnaround over the past two seasons.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / June 11
Report: Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Wasn’t Interested In Knicks Job
According to Ben DuBose, Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka wasn’t interested in the New York Knicks job. The Knicks asked the Rockets if they could interview Udoka and were denied. The Rockets made the playoffs this year for the first time since 2020.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 11
Knicks denied their requests to interview pair of current NBA HCs
The New York Knicks have hit some speed bumps in their quest to fill their head-coaching vacancy.
NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 7
Former Celtics Coach Ime Udoka Urged to Take Knicks Job
The Boston Celtics have had some solid coaches come through the organization over the years. Boston has been one of the more successful teams, and a lot of that has to do with the coaching.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 4
Knicks eyeing two long-shot head-coaching candidates
The Knicks have their eyes set on two well-established veteran NBA head coaches.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 4
Report: Rockets Won’t Let Knicks Talk To Ime Udoka
According to Kelly Iko of The Athletic, the Houston Rockets won’t let the New York Knicks talk to Ime Udoka. The Knicks, who fired Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday, are interested in Udoka and Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks. The Rockets made the playoffs this year for the first time since 2020.
Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / May 31
Houston Rockets Ime Udoka Has Created a Winning Culture That Players Love
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka could be a real factor as free agency is quickly approaching. Coaches known for developing talent and extending careers are also highly attractive to players.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 24
Rockets HC sends stern warning to Warriors after Game 2 win
The Warriors looked small and helpless against a Rockets squad that thrives when it imposes its will physically.
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