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Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 23

Hakeem Olajuwon, Luis Scola, Clint Capela, Steven Adams and more make HoopsHype top international players list

With another season in the books, HoopsHype has published its top 78 international players list for this year. Every summer, the list undergoes significant adjustments due to the abundance of international talent currently dominating the sport.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11

Rockets taking tough negotiating stance with superstar

Fifteen-time All-Star Kevin Durant has received the maximum salary whenever he's wanted it during his NBA career. That might not be the case if he re-signs with the Houston Rockets.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 25

How Houston Rockets are Bringing Back Importance of Center Position

Over the last decade, the NBA has undergone a dramatic transformation. Gone were the days of a traditional power forward and, at times, center. Teams started to transition away from prioritizing dominant big men who operated in the post for a more perimeter-based offense.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 5

Grizzlies make room for free-agent signing by trading Jay Huff

Free agent center Jock Landale has reached an agreement with the Grizzlies, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (X link). Memphis will make room on its roster by sending Jay Huff to the Pacers in exchange for a future second-round pick and a second-round pick swap.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 22

Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the greatest Thunder player ever?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA champions for the first time in franchise history, outlasting the Indiana Pacers in a dramatic seven-game NBA Finals.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 16

Steven Adams Re-Signing Shows How Far the Rockets Have Come

The Houston Rockets, like the 28 other teams not in the NBA Finals, are in full offseason mode. The Rockets started this process after their first-round loss to the Golden State Warriors.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 16

Lakers Expected to Make Push for Brooklyn Nets Center

The Los Angeles Lakers' free agency board took a big hit when the Houston Rockets decided to re-sign veteran center Steven Adams, as he was linked to be one of the Lakers' biggest targets this offseason.

NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 16

What the Steven Adams extension means for the Suns and the center market

The Phoenix Suns are going to have limited options in the open market to add a center. Steven Adams signed a 3-year extension with the Houston Rockets, taking him off the free market before the offseason even officially begins.

Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / June 15

Los Angeles Lakers Lose Out on Key Center Target as Veteran Signs With Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers entered the offseason with a clear agenda: fortify the frontcourt. After a disappointing 2024–25 campaign that exposed their lack of size and depth at center, Rob Pelinka and the front office are now in the unenviable position of needing to get creative with limited assets.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / June 15

Rockets’ Steven Adams Deal Opens Door for Another Vet Return

The Houston Rockets have been the subject of trade rumors since their post-season exit at the hands of the Golden State Warriors. The rumors haven’t necessarily focused on who may leave the team but more so on who could join.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 15

Houston Rockets Lock Down Veteran Center Ahead of Free Agency

Steven Adams will return to Houston next season as the New Zealand center took to his Instagram to announce his return. Adams was a big-time priority for the Houston Rockets' offseason, and now they have locked in on a three-year deal.

Houston Rockets News / BasketballNews.com / June 14

Houston Rockets resign center Steven Adams on three-year deal

The Houston Rockets have secured veteran center Steven Adams with a fully guaranteed three-year, $39 million contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

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Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / June 14

Reports: Rockets, C Steven Adams agree to three-year extension

The Houston Rockets agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract extension with center Steven Adams, per multiple reports. The deal is fully guaranteed.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

OFFICIAL: Rockets Sign Impactful Veteran To A $39M Extension

HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets have secured a key piece of their frontcourt. Center Steven Adams will return to the Rockets for another three years after agreeing to a $39 million extension, solidifying his role alongside Alperen Şengün in head coach Ime Udoka’s evolving lineup.

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

Rockets give huge contract to veteran bench player

The Houston Rockets are paying big money to retain a player who served in a rotation role for the team last season.

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Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / June 14

Rockets giving veteran center new three-year deal

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Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Houston Rockets Prioritize Resigning Steven Adams

Houston Rockets would like to retain unrestricted center Steven Adams this offseason. Adams was a big piece of what the Rockets like to do as he provided size and strength to the lineup.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / June 4

Houston Rockets Rumored to Go After 1 Milwaukee Bucks Free Agent If Steven Adams Leaves Team

Following their first-round exit at the hands of the Golden State Warriors, the Houston Rockets plan to continue building their roster in hopes of becoming a legitimate contender in the Western Conference.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Rockets rumors: Houston’s backup target if ‘priority’ Steven Adams leaves

The Houston Rockets head into the 2025 offseason looking to continue their ascent in the Western Conference. Following their early exit in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs by the Golden State Warriors, the focus is continuing to build towards being a contender.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 26

Rockets' Top Alternatives to Replace Steven Adams

After initially being acquired at the 2024 trade deadline, veteran center Steven Adams wouldn't make his Rockets debut until the 2024-2025 season. Many thought the 31-year-old was facing the end of his career as a productive player, given his age and recent injury history.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / May 8

6 Best Destinations For Steven Adams In 2025 Free Agency

Steven Adams may not light up the box score, but if you watched the Houston Rockets’ gritty seven-game battle with the Warriors, you know exactly why his

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / May 3

Rockets Notes: Adams, Zones, VanVleet, More

Veteran center Steven Adams missed about half of the 2022/23 season with a knee injury. That same injury kept him on the shelf for the entire ’23/24 campaign.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 27

Steven Adams’ Evolving Role with the Houston Rockets

Since joining the Houston Rockets, Steven Adams has carved out a unique role that goes beyond traditional center duties. After missing the entire 2023-24 NBA season due to a PCL tearn, he made his debut with the Rockets this season and fluctuated within the rotation.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / October 3

Steven Adams Shows Off His Small And Simple Bedroom In Houston

Steven Adams may have surprised fans when he shared his new set-up in the bedroom of his new house. He shared a picture of his bedroom on his Instagram story, where all that can be seen in the room is an air mattress, a pillow, and an iPad on the window sill.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 1, 2024