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Amen Thompson's true value to Rockets is revealed ahead of 2026-27 season.
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Amen Thompson's true value to Rockets is revealed ahead of 2026-27 season.
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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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.
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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.
Head coach Ime Udoka said Friday that VanVleet (knee) is ramping up his rehab work, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
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Head coach Ime Udoka said Friday that VanVleet (knee) is ramping up his rehab work, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
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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.
The Rockets are always good in the community.
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The Rockets are always good in the community.
John and Nate react to the league's penalties against the Clippers a week on. What are some of the underdiscussed aspects of this saga? And where do the Clips go from here as an organization? We also break down the Bennedict Mathurin move for New Orleans, and then assess Amen Thompson's 5-year, $208 million extension in Houston. Then, mailbag questions on Utah's future after the Walker Kessler trade, whether the league is now devaluing small guards too much, and if OKC can keep their core tog...
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John and Nate react to the league's penalties against the Clippers a week on. What are some of the underdiscussed aspects of this saga? And where do the Clips go from here as an organization? We also break down the Bennedict Mathurin move for New Orleans, and then assess Amen Thompson's 5-year, $208 million extension in Houston. Then, mailbag questions on Utah's future after the Walker Kessler trade, whether the league is now devaluing small guards too much, and if OKC can keep their core tog...
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John and Nate react to the league's penalties against the Clippers a week on. What are some of the underdiscussed aspects of this saga? And where do the Clips go from here as an organization? We also break down the Bennedict Mathurin move for New Orleans, and then assess Amen Thompson's 5-year, $208 million extension in Houston. Then, mailbag questions on Utah's future after the Walker Kessler trade, whether the league is now devaluing small guards too much, and if OKC can keep their core tog...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES: Minnesota Timberwolves Kevin Garnett (R) and Houston Rockets Hakeem Olajuwon (L) wait for a free throw 17 April 2001 in Houston. The Rockets defeated the Timberwolves 114-87. AFP PHOTO James Nielsen (Photo credit should read JAMES NIELSEN/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images When you write an NBA blog, content is never far from your mind. I spend an inordinate amount of time cruising around in my car, running errands or driving to work, thinking about this leag...
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HOUSTON, UNITED STATES: Minnesota Timberwolves Kevin Garnett (R) and Houston Rockets Hakeem Olajuwon (L) wait for a free throw 17 April 2001 in Houston. The Rockets defeated the Timberwolves 114-87. AFP PHOTO James Nielsen (Photo credit should read JAMES NIELSEN/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images When you write an NBA blog, content is never far from your mind. I spend an inordinate amount of time cruising around in my car, running errands or driving to work, thinking about this leag...
HOUSTON, TX - MAY 1: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE v...
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HOUSTON, TX - MAY 1: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE v...
Time for a roster roll call!
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Time for a roster roll call!
HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 9: Kevin Durant #7, Amen Thompson #1, and Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 9, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Image...
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HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 9: Kevin Durant #7, Amen Thompson #1, and Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 9, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Image...
The Houston Rockets made a move this past week to keep one of their top rising young players in the fold for the foreseeable future after agreeing to a five-year, $208 million contract extension with forward Amen Thompson. His new deal brought out some doubters, however, including former NBA player Joe Johnson who bemoaned Thompson’s […] The post Draymond Green claps back at Amen Thompson critics after $208 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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The Houston Rockets made a move this past week to keep one of their top rising young players in the fold for the foreseeable future after agreeing to a five-year, $208 million contract extension with forward Amen Thompson. His new deal brought out some doubters, however, including former NBA player Joe Johnson who bemoaned Thompson’s […] The post Draymond Green claps back at Amen Thompson critics after $208 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Which stars will be back in action and injury returns to watch for in the 2026-27 NBA season.
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Which stars will be back in action and injury returns to watch for in the 2026-27 NBA season.
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The 2025/26 season saw a large number of star players miss extended time due to injuries. The ESPN Insider crew looked at the impending returns of those players, breaking them down by the timeline each one is facing. Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers), Damian Lillard (Trail Blazers), Kyrie Irving (Mavericks), and Fred VanVleet (Rockets) are all set […]
The Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant is nearly perfect. Could he perfect his game this year?
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The Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant is nearly perfect. Could he perfect his game this year?
Mike D’Antoni has been away from NBA head coaching for a while now. He still sounds like a coach. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of NBA On SI, D’Antoni praised the current Rockets roster and explained why he believes the talent would be fun to work with. “Houston would be a great […] The post Mike D’Antoni likes what Rockets have built, hasn’t completely closed door on coaching appeared first on Hoops Wire.
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Mike D’Antoni has been away from NBA head coaching for a while now. He still sounds like a coach. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of NBA On SI, D’Antoni praised the current Rockets roster and explained why he believes the talent would be fun to work with. “Houston would be a great […] The post Mike D’Antoni likes what Rockets have built, hasn’t completely closed door on coaching appeared first on Hoops Wire.
LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 18: Luke Kennard #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 18, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by...
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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 18: Luke Kennard #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 18, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by...
Nov 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka directs his team against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images This week’s question asks: How many wins will the Houston Rockets have this season? The Rockets have been on a roller coaster since the start of the decade. From a franchise-changing trade in 2021 that sent James Harden, the Rockets’ best player, fo...
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Nov 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka directs his team against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images This week’s question asks: How many wins will the Houston Rockets have this season? The Rockets have been on a roller coaster since the start of the decade. From a franchise-changing trade in 2021 that sent James Harden, the Rockets’ best player, fo...
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Will the Rockets hit the over?
The Houston Rockets have locked up Amen Thompson to a five-year, $208M deal, but did they make the right decision?
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The Houston Rockets have locked up Amen Thompson to a five-year, $208M deal, but did they make the right decision?
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Kevin Durant makes his feelings known as the Rockets give Amen Thompson a five-year, $208 million contract extension.