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Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26

The young Rockets star predicted to win Most Improved Player

The Houston Rockets are gearing up for a breakout season, with Amen Thompson at the center of the excitement. In a recent expert poll, the young forward earned 59 points, leading all candidates by a wide margin.

Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / August 26

'History lessons Aren’t A Sign Of Insecurity': Kevin Durant Shuts Down Heckler With Bold Kobe Bryant Claim

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant recently shut down one fan who posed a comparison between him and the late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Kevin Durant, known for clapping back at his critics and heard on social media, recently blasted back an online heckler who threw shade at him while praising the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26

What Would be Considered a Failure for the Rockets This Season?

It's not quite championship or bust for the Houston Rockets, but they'll need to compete at the highest levels in the Western Conference to meet their expectations.

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Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 26

'The Only Two Players Who Had Comparable Success... Luka Doncic And Nikola Jokic': Rockets GM On Alperen Sengun

Alperen Sengun is widely considered the face of the Houston Rockets franchise after he became the first All-Star to play for them since James Harden. Following Jalen Green's trade to the Suns for Kevin Durant, it became even clearer that Sengun is their franchise cornerstone for the long-term future.

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The 25 greatest second-round picks in NBA history

It's generally first-round picks who become stars in the NBA, and that makes sense: Teams draft promising players as soon as possible. Scouting and player evaluation are imperfect processes, though, and sometimes, a gem slips through the cracks, deeply enough to fall to the draft's second round.

Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / August 25

Vast Majority Of Houston Rockets Fans Say They Could Score On NBA Player

A vast majority of the Houston Rockets fans say they could score on an NBA player. Rockets fans are among the boldest fanbases in the NBA. Further details about VegasInsider’s new study can be found below.

Alperen Sengun News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Could Rockets Star Alperen Sengun Lead Turkey to a EuroBasket Medal?

While NBA teams are awaiting the start of training camp through late August, much of the basketball world will turn its heads toward EuroBasket 2025. The tournament will feature some of the best countries in Europe playing for basketball surpemacy.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Austin Rivers: LeBron Isn't Half the Offensive Player as Rockets' Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant and LeBron James have arguably been the best small forwards of the last two decades. Come to think about it, it's not really much of an argument.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Rafael Stone and Ime Udoka Being on Same Page has Led to Rockets' Success

The Houston Rockets have had an up-and-down several seasons. The decade started during one of the strangest years in not just NBA history but across the world.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Two X-Factors for Houston Rockets' Guards Next Season

The Houston Rockets built off a breakout 52-30 season by adding Kevin Durant, Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela and more, all while retaining their most important players in Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 25

After Michael Jordan drama, Kevin Durant calls out fan’s ‘insecurity’ amid comparisons to Kobe Bryant

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant is often featured on lists of the greatest scorers of all time. Other prominent names on such lists are usually Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, who fans still consider two of the best scorers of all time.

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Ranking the No. 1 overall NBA Draft picks of the 21st century

Making draft picks isn’t an exact science. Some hit, some fail, some don’t move the needle. For every can’t-miss, generational top pick, there are years

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Houston Rockets Will Have Drawback of All-Time NBA

The Houston Rockets should be set to roll out one of their more historic teams ever. It may not be the most talented the team has ever been. The organization has two titles already, and was a Golden State dynasty away from potentially winning a few more.

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Tari Eason News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Houston Rockets 2025-26 season predictions after NBA schedule release

The Houston Rockets did not have to make a blockbuster trade or huge free agency signing this offseason. Following a 52-win campaign and hard-fought effort

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 25

Kwame Brown Speaks Out on Ex-Rockets Superstar Tracy McGrady

Former Houston Rockets superstar Tracy McGrady made headlines this offseason when the Hall of Fame wing took to ESPN's First Take to defend his legacy and credentials.

Kevin Durant News / The Dream Shake / August 25

Rockets talking extension with Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets took a big swing this offseason when they acquired Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and a pile of second round draft picks.

'Jon Was Very Clear' – Houston Rockets GM Says the Bucks Aren’t Trading Giannis Antetokounmpo

There have been questions about the Milwaukee Bucks‘ plans for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Rumors indicate that there’s a chance the Greek star will request a trade out of Milwaukee and continue his career elsewhere.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 25

Kevin Durant Shuts Down Claim That His 'Idol' Kobe Bryant Was Better Than Him In Clutch Situations

Kevin Durant seems to have something against Clippers fans on X. Earlier this week, he engaged in a heavy back-and-forth with a Clippers fan named 'Dime Dropper' on X.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 24

Rockets' Alperen Sengun headlines Turkey's EuroBasket roster

Turkey has become the latest team to finalize its roster for EuroBasket 2025, announcing its 12-man squad on Sunday ahead of the start of the tournament this week.

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