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Kevin Durant's Contract Extension Not a Priority For Rockets: Insider

The Houston Rockets had one of the best offseason upgrades. They added All-Star forward Kevin Durant to their roster when they traded away Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and some future picks to the Phoenix Suns.

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Rockets' Big Man Deemed Greatest New Zealand Basketball Player Ever

Considered to be the most recognizable athlete in the United States who is New Zealand-born, veteran center Steven Adams has put together an excellent 11-year career and counting.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / August 13

NBA Star Kevin Durant Shares Unexpected News on Wednesday

Kevin Durant is heading into a new phase of his NBA career next season after being traded to the Houston Rockets. Durant will begin his career in Houston after his stint with the Phoenix Suns.

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The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

What Happened the Last Time the Houston Rockets Played on NBA Opening Night?

The NBA has slowly started to roll out its primetime schedule this week: the opening night, Christmas Day, and MLK Day games. You have the usual suspects like the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and of course, the NBA defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Former Houston Rockets Veteran Named Brazil's Best Hooper

Former Houston Rockets veteran Nene Hilario has always been an underappreciated big man throughout his lengthy 17-year career, compiling over 10,000 points, 5800 rebounds and 1000 steals.

Yao Ming News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Houston Rockets Hall of Famer Yao Ming Earns Place on All Time List

Despite only having eight years in the NBA, the sensation of Yao Ming continues to live on as the Houston Rockets legend recently was named to the Bleacher Report's Greatest Players of All Time at Every Height.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Former Rockets Starter Ranked Among Top Shooting Guards

Fans may have to scroll fast to get to Amen Thomson's No. 7 rank on HoopsHype Top 26 Shooting Guards for 2025-26, because at No. 14 is their former first-round pick and new Phoenix Suns guard, Jalen Green.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Austin Rivers Questions Rockets' Reed Sheppard's Readiness

The next time the Houston Rockets step on the hardwood, they'll look drastically different from the team that last suited up in Game 7 of the opening round of the playoffs.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

The Rockets Don't Need to be Carried by Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are expected to be on a short list of NBA contenders after acquiring Kevin Durant, along with some other depth veterans. NBA fans and pundits have placed significant importance on Durant's arrival: some believe he's the missing piece to make Houston a contender, while others think he won't elevate Houston past other contenders.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Rockets versus Thunder on Opening Night Could Be Best Game of NBA Season

NBA fans have already been made aware of a handful of games for the 2025-26 season. ESPN's Shams Charania recently reported the league's Christmas Day slate, and the Houston Rockets are featured against Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 13

Former Rockets Fan Favorite Lauds Amen Thompson's 'Freak Athleticism'

Amen Thompson entered the 2023 NBA Draft with major questions. How long would it take him to be NBA ready? Would he be able to thrive as a floor general without a jumpshot?

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Photo of Liz Cambage and Kevin Durant Draws Attention

A recent photo featuring Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant and former WNBA star Liz Cambage has set social media ablaze. The snapshot, first shared on Cambage’s Instagram Story, shows the two basketball stars smiling together.

Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson Ranks Among Top Ten Shooting Guards

This offseason, analysts and fans have raved over the star potential that Rockets wing Amen Thompson has after becoming the seventh player to notch a First Team All-Defensive NBA honor at the age of just 22 years old.

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The '2023 NFL AP second-team All-Pro' quiz

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 12

Kendrick Perkins Says Kevin Durant Should Skip Thunder Ring Ceremony On Opening Night

Kendrick Perkins doesn’t think Kevin Durant should stick around to watch the Oklahoma City Thunder’s big night. Speaking on ESPN, the former NBA big man

Kevin Durant News / NBC Sports / August 12

Watch: KD ready to THROTTLE UP with Houston

Kevin Durant News / NBA Analysis Network / August 12

Three must-watch dates early in the NBA schedule, Kevin Durant set to take center stage

The NBA has started to release its schedule for the 2025-26 season, and certain dates stand out as the most important. The NBA released part of its schedule on 12 August, and, as always, opening night and Christmas Day feature some star-studded matchups, and fans can expect plenty of must-watch games.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Offseason Power Rankings: Houston Rockets and the Southwest Division

Last season, the Houston Rockets won the NBA's Southwest Division outright on their way to a playoff berth as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

Hakeem Olajuwon News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 12

Houston Rockets Legend Named NBA's Greatest 7-Footer of All-Time

Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon has always been regarded as one of the greatest big men ever to grace the game of basketball following a decorated 18-year career in the NBA.

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.

Every Rockets fan’s second favorite team in 2025-26

Suns should trade Jalen Green for this All-Star

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

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Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11

2 way-too-early Houston Rockets trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Houston Rockets have never been shy about making bold moves, but the 2025 offseason took that to an entirely new level. After pulling off a jaw-dropping seven-team trade to land Kevin Durant, general manager Rafael Stone effectively pushed all his chips to the center of the table.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 9

Can Young Star Solve The Rockets’ Issues At Guard?

The Rockets are heading into next season with only one clearly rotation-level guard on the roster. They could get lucky with a leap from second-year player Reed Sheppard.