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Rockets' Western Conference Standings Race Already Getting Competitive

There isn't much anyone can do about the NBA's imbalance between the Eastern and Western Conferences. Over the last decade or so, the West has had a clear surplus of star power and competitive teams over the East.

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Rockets, Wizards each hope for improved ball security in matchup

When everything clicks for the Houston Rockets, as it did in the fourth quarter on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks, they look every bit like the most efficient offense in the NBA.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Rockets Have Bounced Back From Early Losses

The Houston Rockets are now having a strong start to their season after dropping the first two games against quality opponents. There was concern that they may struggle against playoff-caliber teams without a true point guard, but then the team rallied to beat a Milwaukee Bucks team with a true MVP candidate.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

The Houston Rockets Have Used the Free Throw Line to Win Games to Start the Season

The Houston Rockets have done many things well to begin the season. They are in the top five in scoring, ranking third in points per game after being in the middle of the pack the previous season.

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Wolves' Anthony Edwards Cites Rockets' Kevin Durant as Basis For Selfless Deed

Although it gets forgotten oftentimes, professional athletes are entertainers. It's partly why they get paid the big bucks. Well, that and booming TV deals.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 11

Rockets Kevin Durant Shouts out Reed Sheppard on Social Media

The Houston Rockets' point guard situation has been discussed endlessly. Starting point guard Fred VanVleet suffered a season-ending ACL tear, which required

Dorian Finney-Smith News / The Dream Shake / November 11

Rockets still await Dorian Finney-Smith to strengthen their defense

This past offseason, forward Dorian Finney-Smith agreed to a four-year, $53 million contract with the Houston Rockets. The first two seasons of the contract are completely guaranteed; the third and fourth years are not, and there is a player option in the fourth year.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Houston Rockets Flip the Script on Turnovers in the Second Half for Win

The Houston Rockets were back in action Sunday afternoon after seeing their five-game winning streak come to an end after their 122-110 loss to the San Antonio Spurs Friday night.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Multiple Rockets Stars, Alumni Featured on Top 25 Players of 21st Century

Since the turn of the century, the Houston Rockets have gone through many phases of an NBA team, but for the most part, have remained competitive for the last 25 years.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Alperen Sengun Proving He Can Share The Heaviest Load For Rockets' Offense

The Houston Rockets just secured their best win of the season, coming back to beat a Milwaukee Bucks team that had the first three quarters going their way.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Reed Sheppard is Finally Looking Comfortable in the Rockets' Offense

It's only been nine games, but the improvement that Reed Sheppard has displayed from the first few games of the season to early November has been extremely fun to watch.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

CBS Sports Ranks Rockets Third-Best in Western Conference

After an 0-2 start to the season, the Houston Rockets have been surging of late, resorting to the level of play that was expected by the masses heading into the season.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 10

Patrick Beverley reveals Carmelo Anthony could have formed a big three with James Harden and Dwight Howard

The Houston Rockets had a fantastic team in the mid-2010s that could have competed for a championship if not for the Golden State Warriors. In fact, they even had the opportunity to build a big three with James Harden, Dwight Howard, and Carmelo Anthony.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 10

Rockets' Kevin Durant has Taken Trolling Game to a Different Level

Kevin Durant is one of basketball’s most unique players ever. He can play just about any position on the floor offensively and is an uber-efficient scorer.

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Reed Sheppard News / The Dream Shake / November 10

Has Reed Sheppard arrived for the Rockets?

Reed Sheppard is starting to reverse the all-too-early concocted narrative on him as an NBA player. It’s still early in the season (and his NBA career) but we can’t ignore what he’s been doing of late, and what’s been said about him.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

Houston Rockets Stun Bucks in Miraculous Fourth-Quarter Comeback 122-115

The air in Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum was thick for the Houston Rockets with the scent of an impending blowout. For three quarters, the Milwaukee Bucks, led by the sheer force of nature that is Giannis Antetokounmpo, had the Houston Rockets on the ropes.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / November 9

Rockets rally past the Bucks in Milwaukee 122-115

After an embarrassing loss to the Spurs in their first NBA Cup game, the Rockets needed to cleanse their pallet and get back to doing the things that help them win ball games.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / November 10

Alperen Sengun Takes European Matchups Like Giannis, Doncic, And Jokic Personally, Says Ime Udoka

Alperen Sengun came up clutch for the Rockets as they beat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks 122-115 tonight in a comeback win down the stretch. Following

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 9

What Would a Ja Morant-Rockets Trade Look Like?

The Houston Rockets, amid a solid start to the NBA season, are already getting involved in trade rumors. This time, it's with a division rival having problems regarding its star point guard.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 9

Rockets use vintage Kevin Durant performance to storm back on Bucks

Kevin Durant paired 31 points with seven assists and took over down the stretch as the Houston Rockets rallied from a 14-point deficit and defeated the host Milwaukee Bucks 122-115 on Sunday.

Reed Sheppard News / Last Word On Sports / November 9

Rockets’ Sheppard Finding His Groove

The Houston Rockets’ rather cramped offense is still a work in progress. This was evident in Friday night’s game, a loss against the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 8

Spurs end Rockets' winning streak in NBA Cup opener for both

Harrison Barnes scored 24 points and Victor Wembanyama and Julian Champagnie had 22 each as the host San Antonio Spurs defeated the Houston Rockets 121-110 on Friday in an NBA Cup clash between the Lone Star State rivals.

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Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

Five Straight Wins Prove the Rockets Are Rising Fast

The Houston Rockets are no longer sneaking up on anyone. With a 124–109 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, the team claimed its fifth straight victory, moving to 5–2 and solidifying its place among the NBA’s most complete squads early in the season.

Steven Adams News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

When Will Steven Adams Return to the Rockets Lineup?

The Houston Rockets are flying high after a fifth consecutive victory, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 124–109 on Wednesday night. Yet, one key piece of their frontcourt rotation was missing: Steven Adams, who sat out for the first time this season due to a lingering hip issue.