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Marcus Smart left the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason and signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Houston Rockets. Smart was one of the most important players for the Lakers last season, appearing in 62 games. He averaged 9.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists on 33.1% shooting from deep. When free agency started, [...]
Kevin Durant has won four Olympic gold medals and is Team USA’s all-time leading scorer. The Rockets’ star will be nearing 40 years old when the 2028 Olympics begin, but despite his age and significant previous accomplishments, he’s not ready to hang up the international towel just yet. Having previously spoken about his desire to […]
Marcus Smart’s one season in Los Angeles ended quietly this offseason, and the reasoning behind it is only now coming into focus. Appearing on Third Apron, Lakers insider Jovan Buha addressed the veteran guard’s departure to the Houston Rockets and pointed to Smart’s own readiness for a change. “I don’t have great clarity on this, […] The post Rockets rumors: Why Marcus Smart decided it was time to move on from Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Panel has a heated debate about the 2018 Rockets vs Warriors series and whether Houston was cheated out of a chance to beat Golden State. The panel breaks down the controversial calls, missed shots, and key moments that changed the 2018 NBA Western Conference Finals. Were the Rockets robbed, or did the Warriors simply make the plays they needed to win? Watch The Panel debate one of the biggest NBA “what ifs” of the 2010s. 🔴 Full Episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQxwqc6Hz2U&t 📅 Live ...
There are many teams around the NBA at this time of year that have big playoff hopes, but still need to fill a specific need or two. With that in mind, Jackson Caudell of Sports Illustrated.com has taken three of those teams and constructed a proposed deal that would shuffle up several notable players, including sending a former NBA champion to the Atlanta Hawks. The trade would look like this: Atlanta Hawks receive: Fred VanVleet Luka Garza Houston Rockets receive: Cor...
Rockets head coach Ime Udoka recently gave an encouraging health update on Fred VanVleet, who’s in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL he suffered a year ago, according to Brian Barefield of Big Sarge Media (Twitter video link). “Great,” Udoka said of VanVleet’s progress (hat tip to BasketNews). “In the last […]
Arch Manning orchestrated a stunning fourth-quarter comeback for the No. 4 Texas Longhorns against top-ranked Ohio State. Trailing 23–3 late in the third quarter, Manning delivered several clutch plays as Texas dramatically turned the game around to secure a 24–23 victory, and the young quarterback made sure to celebrate the memorable comeback with Houston Rockets […] The post Texas QB Arch Manning Shares Viral Postgame Embrace With NBA Star Kevin Durant appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Southwest Division rumors include Kyrie Irving’s uncertain future, Rockets trade speculation, and major Grizzlies roster decisions.
The Houston Rockets are entering the 2026-27 NBA season with renewed championship expectations, but can Kevin Durant be the difference-maker for the young core?
Texas quarterback Arch Manning briefly linked up with Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant after helping the No. 4 Longhorns wrap up a 24-23 comeback victory over No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning briefly linked up with Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant after helping the No. 4 Longhorns wrap up a 24-23 comeback victory over No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday.
Amen Thompson's true value to Rockets is revealed ahead of 2026-27 season.
Rockets Alperen Sengun wanted Rockets general manager Rafael Stone to communicate more. Stone responded by spending nearly two weeks with him in Türkiye. As Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle relayed, Sengun challenged Stone during their postseason conversations. “You’re always around, but I want to hear from you more: Good, bad or ugly,” Stone recalled […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Alperen Sengun, Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Despite being one of the bright young stars in the NBA, new Houston Rockets rumors explain why Alperen Sengun will […]
The Houston Rockets' general manager Rafael Stone spoke on the Rockets' new veteran additions this summer and whether it impacts their expectations from the young players.
The Rockets' head coach, Ime Udoka, gives the latest update on Fred VanVleet's return from injury with training camp less than two weeks away.
Rockets general manager Rafael Stone spent nearly two weeks in Türkiye this summer visiting with All-Star center Alperen Sengun, writes Matt Young of The Houston Chronicle (subscriber link). “It was a great experience,” Stone said on Friday. “I loved the country. Truly beautiful, really nice, sweet people.” According to Young, Stone’s trip was the result […]
With it being the 25th anniversary of the 911 attacks, people around the world remember the people who were lost that day and honor the heroes who sacrifice their lives not only that day but every day of the year. Organizations across the city, including the Houston Rockets, took part in events celebrating the role […]
Although Kawhi Leonard previously indicated a trade to the Houston Rockets was in his plans, a new report sheds light on his current situation with the Los Angeles Clippers. The saga surrounding the Los Angeles Clippers and star forward Kawhi Leonard continues to escalate. Beyond the league-mandated penalties already levied against both parties, the fallout has reportedly stalled team operations, highlighted by a recent New York Times report cited by investigative journalist Pablo Torre rega...
Although he will be nearly 40 years old when the 2028 Summer Olympics take place in Los Angeles in two years, Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant has his sights set on playing for the United States men's basketball team once again.
HOUSTON — Kevin Durant wants to play for Team USA at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The Houston Rockets forward doubled down on that goal at a recent USA Basketball charity event in Southern California, The Athletic’s Nick Friedell reported Friday. A spot on the 2028 roster would give Durant his fifth Olympics. Durant […]
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Draymond Green makes his feelings known Amen Thompson's $208 million extension with the Rockets and why critics should not have unrealistic expecations from him.
Just to be clear, Fred VanVleet has not been traded to the Hawks. Nobody is reporting that a trade is close. This is September, actual NBA business has slowed down and proposed trades are one of the ways we entertain ourselves until training camp. With that disclaimer handled, Jackson Caudell of NBA On SI constructed […] The post Trade idea sends Rockets’ Fred VanVleet to Hawks in three-team deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Los Angeles Lakers' depth outclasses that of the Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets, and Minnesota Timberwolves.