For some NBA coaches, well, the heat may be on. David Adelman with the Nuggets. Nick Nurse with the 76ers. Ime Udoka with the Rockets. Kenny Atkinson with the Cavaliers. Perhaps even Mitch Johnson with the reigning Western Conference Spurs. At least, these were the names identified by ESPN in an article entitled “Five coaches […]
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Is it officially a hot seat? I’m not sure, but ESPN recently put out their list of NBA coaches with the most pressure to win this season, and Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka is listed at number two. Here’s what ESPN had to say about Houston’s leader, and the fact he hasn’t been able to […]
The Suns raised some eyebrows around the NBA when they tabbed longtime college coach Brian Gregory to be their new general manager in May 2025. After going 36-46 in 2024/25, Gregory helped reshape the team last offseason, trading Kevin Durant to Houston for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and the 10th overall pick in 2025 (Khaman […]
Rafael Castro, a 23-year-old big man who was recently signed to a two-way contract back in August, has officially parted company with the Houston Rockets after being waived. After dismissing Tristen Newton to create a two-way space with Sean Pedulla and Quadir Copeland, Houston first targeted Castro. By taking a low-risk gamble on a developing […]
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has reacted to Victor Wembanyama’s recent statements about sports betting endorsements, declining to directly address the San Antonio Spurs center’s criticism of players who promote gambling companies. Wembanyama recently attracted attention after expressing disappointment with NBA players involved in betting advertisements and ruling out similar partnerships for himself. Asked about […]
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Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has spoken highly of new teammate Bogdan Bogdanovic following their opening training camp sessions, highlighting the Serbian guard’s dedication and intensity on the practice court. Bogdanovic is preparing for a fresh start in Houston after a difficult previous campaign marked by recurring injury problems. Despite those setbacks, the veteran has […]
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Now, it’s no secret that I love watching Steven Adams. I mean, who else has written all his season previews and season reviews? I mean, how can you not love the guy? He’s a great teammate, and he was even kind enough to warn media about the drop in production due to the release of […]
DALLAS — Winning will not be the primary objective when the Dallas Mavericks face the Houston Rockets twice in Macao next week, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday. He called the trip a fact-finding mission. The Mavericks play the Rockets at The Venetian Arena on Oct. 9, with tip-off at 7 a.m. CT, and again […]
DALLAS — Morez Johnson Jr. is playing a lot of 5-on-5 in Dallas Mavericks training camp after lower leg soreness limited him early, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice. May did not say whether Johnson or Santi Aldama will play when Dallas faces the Houston Rockets in Macao. Johnson played a […]
DALLAS — Winning will not be the primary objective when the Dallas Mavericks open the preseason against the Houston Rockets in Macao next week, Mavericks coach Dusty May said Friday after the sixth practice of training camp. He wants Dallas to come home knowing where its holes are on offense and defense. The Mavericks opened […]
Kevin Durant reveals his initial thoughts about the Rockets' new veteran additions Bogdan Bogdanovic and Marcus Smart.
Rockets could consider coaching change if they fail to meet expectations this season.
Kevin Durant did not provide a direct answer when asked about Victor Wembanyama's recent viral comments about gambling promotion. "That’s Wemby, he's going to do what he does," Durant told reporters after the Houston Rockets' Friday training camp. "That has nothing to do with me. "I don't really think about that question at all, that's not on my mind as much as his. People gonna do what they want to do." https://x.com/ByVarunShankar/status/2106096737022599232?s=20 Victor Wembanyama rejec...
NBA training camp is in full swing and one Houston Rockets player is in danger of losing his job (not Kevin Durant). Durant has worked to build a rapport with rising star Amen Thompson, who just signed a long-term deal to stay in Houston. Durant has his sights set on a playoff run with the […]
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James Harden isn’t the James Harden who won an MVP and routinely made 40-point nights look almost normal. Mike D’Antoni knows that. He also thinks people have taken that observation way too far. D’Antoni, who coached Harden during four seasons in Houston, pushed back hard on the idea that the Cavaliers guard is nearing the […]
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Former NBA head coach Mike D’Antoni pushed back against the notion that Cleveland Cavaliers star James Harden is “done” as the veteran guard prepares for his first full season with the organization. D’Antoni, who coached Harden during some of his most productive seasons with the Houston Rockets, remains confident that the 37-year-old can perform at […]
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DALLAS — Moussa Cissé’s $2,185,116 salary for the 2026-27 season is now fully guaranteed. The Dallas Mavericks kept the second-year center on the roster through Thursday’s Oct. 1 deadline. Dallas flies to Macao this weekend with the maximum 15 standard contracts. The Mavericks play the Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena on Oct. 9 and […]
Former Houston Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni isn't worried about James Harden's long-term fit next to Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell.
Kevin Durant will go down as one of the greatest players ever to play the game. His legacy will largely be defined by his status as one of the best pure scorers the sport has ever seen. The Houston Rockets star is third on the list of players with the most scoring champion titles. Ahead [...]
Some NBA players develop a reputation that supersedes their actual on-court impact. Aging millennial fans will remember Nick Van Exel. Random example: it could have been Rod Strickland. Perhaps it should be Tracy McGrady, but let’s avoid that collective trauma. The memories are visceral. Van Exel was a joy. He was so talented, but never […]
The Rockets have waived Rafael Castro, tweets Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Castro signed a two-way contract with Houston in August. That two-way deal covered two seasons, but since two-way contracts don’t count against the salary cap, the Rockets won’t carry any dead money on their books by releasing the 6’11” big man. Castro, who struggled […]
There are few attachments as strong as the one between a diehard fan of an NBA team and the best role player on that team. Sure, maybe Mother/Son wins out. Husband/Wife is a strong candidate. As a man who loves his Mom and wife very much… Let’s pick a different route, shall we? Tari Eason […]
It looked like the Houston Rockets were destined for bigger and better things prior to the 2025-26 season when they traded for Kevin Durant to complement their fast-rising young core. However, an injury to Fred VanVleet before the season even began seemed to cap the Rockets’ potential. The Rockets went through the 2025-26 campaign with […]
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We are three weeks away from opening night for the Rockets, when they open their season at against Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. It seems hard to believe, but the day is fast approaching. I thought now would be a good time to ask what your expectations are for the season, the […]
We are three weeks away from opening night for the Rockets, when they open their season at against Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. It seems hard to believe, but the day is fast approaching. I thought now would be a good time to ask what your expectations are for the season, the […]