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WEBAs camp opens, Ime Udoka expects Rockets to benefit from continuity Fred VanVleet was impressed by Amen Thompson during 2024 offseason Rockets sign Thon Maker, Markquis Nowell to training camp deals Report: Alperen Sengun has ‘legitimate chance’ of contract extension Jalen Green wants to stay in Houston, but his focus is on ’25 playoffs
Rockets surge from No. 26 to No. 7 in ESPN’s future NBA power …
WEBIn 2023-24, the 19-win improvement by the Rockets (41-41) was the biggest annual jump by any of the NBA’s 30 teams. With a talented young core consisting of seven first-round picks from the last four NBA draft cycles, Houston is clearly a franchise on the rise.
With elite versatility, Amen Thompson sets lofty second-season …
WEB22 hours ago · After a strong finish to his 2023-24 rookie season, Amen Thompson is thinking big entering his 2024-25 sophomore campaign. And he’s not the only one, as evidenced by glowing words from coaches and teammates — including veteran guard Fred VanVleet. With that in mind, the No. 4 overall draft pick from the NBA’s 2023 first round has set some high goals for himself.
Jalen Green plays through pain as Rockets blast Bulls, streak at seven
WEBMar 22, 2024 · HOUSTON — In a physical start to a three-game homestand at Toyota Center, Jalen Green scored a team-high 26 points to lead the Rockets past the Chicago Bulls (33-36) in a 127-117 victory on Thursday night.Now in a playoff race, Houston (34-35) has won seven straight games and is an NBA-best 9-1 in March.. Green took a hard flagrant foul from Bulls star DeMar DeRozan during the third quarter ...
Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains Houston’s trade deadline moves
WEBFeb 10, 2023 · In Friday’s press conference, Rockets general manager Rafael Stone shared his perspective on Houston’s trade deadline moves — headlined by a deal sending Eric Gordon to the Los Angeles Clippers — and insight on what comes next for the 2022-23 roster and beyond.
As camp opens, Ime Udoka expects Rockets to benefit from …
WEB2 days ago · As a first-time NBA head coach, Ime Udoka had a tremendous debut season with the Boston Celtics in 2021-22, which concluded with an Eastern Conference championship and a spot in the 2022 NBA Finals. But in the weeks prior to the start of 2022-23 training camp, Udoka lost his job over a scandal ...
Exit interviews: After .500 season, Rockets turn focus to future
WEBApr 14, 2024 · After finishing at .500 courtesy of Sunday’s win at Los Angeles, Ime Udoka and several key players completed exit interviews to wrap up the 2023-24 season for the Rockets.
Rockets celebrate fifth straight win as Fred VanVleet takes over late
WEBNov 11, 2023 · In the sixth game of a season-long homestand and the opener of the NBA’s new in-season tournament for both teams, the Rockets continued their winning ways in Friday’s 104-101 victory over New Orleans.It’s the fifth straight win for Houston, which is now 5-3 on the 2023-24 season and 1-0 in tournament play.
Rockets discussed double-big lineup with Alperen Sengun, Steven …
WEB22 hours ago · Veteran center Steven Adams has had a distinguished NBA career, but his potential minutes with the Houston Rockets are likely to be limited since he’s the backup to rising star Alperen Sengun.. That is, unless the Rockets can somehow find a way to play those two big men together.
Aaron Holiday explains why he re-signed with Rockets in 2024 …
WEB1 day ago · Known for his defensive intensity and reliable 3-point shooting, veteran guard Aaron Holiday was a fixture in the playing rotation of the 2023-24 Rockets. Yet, Houston drafted Reed Sheppard — a guard of similar body type, who could compete for many of the same minutes in 2024-25 — at No. 3 ...