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Despite a relatively quiet free agency, the Houston Rockets made a splash by trading point guard Chris Paul for Russell Westbrook, a move owner Tilman Fertitta insists has to do with an opportunity to upgrade their roster rather than the reported rift that swarmed the franchise shortly after a playoff exit at the hands of […]

Nick Young had some choice words for the media for what he claims as unfair treatment of Houston Rockets stars James Harden and Russell Westbrook. Don’t know how JH wasn’t back to back MVPs and how the media get bored with RW averaging a triple doubles 3 yrs in a row this is crazy — […]

Houston Rockets star guard James Harden did not play in the 2019 FIBA World Cup, but he still stayed very busy in terms of basketball activities. Harden has made his presence known at a number of NBA open runs, including a recent showing at Lifetime Athletic Sky gym in New York City alongside the likes […]

The Houston Rockets will head into the 2019-20 NBA season with a somewhat fresh look as a product of their on-brand “all in” trade to land Russell Westbrook this past summer. While of the roster will feature the same names it did last season, and their style of play isn’t expected to look much different […]

James Harden has had a chance to look back on his 2018-19 season and even he can’t help but be in awe of what he did. In an interview with Alex Schultz of GQ, the Houston Rockets superstar claims that while his greatest rival to the MVP award, eventual winner Giannis Antetokounmpo, had a magnificent […]

Over the past few seasons, Houston Rockets guard James Harden has proven himself as one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history. Part of the reason why Harden is seen as such a talented scorer is because he goes through stretches where he is even more elite than usual. The most prevalent of those […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden is being sued by the owner of the mansion he recently rented in Beverly Hills. George Santo Pietro, the owner of a 14,500-square-foot estate in the heart of Beverly Hills, said that Harden signed a contract to use his home as a place for vacation and that the NBA star […]

Houston Rockets combo guard Austin Rivers says Houston has been his “favorite place to play” in the NBA. Rivers began his NBA career with the New Orleans Pelicans back in 2012. He has since played for the Los Angeles Clippers, Washington Wizards and Rockets. “I love it, bro. It’s been my favorite place to play. […]

Houston Rockets combo guard Austin Rivers believe the 2019-20 NBA season is “the biggest year of my life.” Rivers re-signed with the Rockets this summer on a two-year deal worth $4.54 million. The former Duke star is feeling good mentally and physically and knows Houston has a chance to do something really special in the […]

The window of opportunity the Houston Rockets have long waited for is finally bound to open up during this 2019-20 NBA season, as the era of dynamic duos has officially replaced the superteam craze of the past three seasons. The perennial playoff staple will have to manage a wave of storylines that will determine its […]

Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers says his goal for the 2019-20 season is to become a “knockdown shooter” playing alongside stars James Harden and Russell Westbrook. Harden and Westbrook attract so much attention when they have the ball and are driving to the basket. Rivers knows he’s going to have wide-open looks from the 3-point […]

Austin Rivers is excited for Russell Westbrook to bring his fast pace play to the Houston Rockets. Westbrook is one of the fastest players in the NBA. He’s a blur in the open court, impossible to stay in front of and can get to the rim at will while finishing in heavy traffic. Austin Rivers […]

The New Orleans Pelicans added former Houston Rockets assistant coach Jeff Bzdelik on Friday. The Pelicans also hired Chris Finch and Jamelle McMillan, and promoted Joe Boylan to Assistant Coach/Director of Player Development and Michael Ruffin to Assistant coach/Player Development. The Pelicans say Chris Finch (offense) & Jeff Bzdelik (defense) have been named Associate Head […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni does not expect his lack of a long-term contract extension to be a distraction for the Rockets in the 2019-20 season. D’Antoni is entering the final year of his contract in 2019-20. Houston and D’Antoni tried to get a contract extension done over the summer, but it never worked […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden says overlooking the Golden State Warriors isn’t a good idea. Despite losing Kevin Durant to the Brooklyn Nets in free agency, the Warriors still have four All-Stars on the team in Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, D’Angelo Russell and Draymond Green. However, Thompson is expected to miss a big chunk of […]

The Houston Rockets are obviously going to go as far as James Harden and Russell Westbrook can take them, but Harden knows for Houston to win the title, everyone on the roster has to play at a high level. Harden says the Rockets aren’t just about him and Westbrook. The Beard believes the supporting cast […]

The Houston Rockets will enter the 2019-20 season with one outstanding question surrounding them: will two high-usage players like James Harden and Russell Westbrook fit in the same offense? According to Harden, this new partnership will be less of a learning curve than past ones. Despite their seven years apart since he was dealt to […]

There’s currently a lot of hype surrounding James Harden’s new one-legged shot. Some clips of this odd-looking jumper from the Houston Rockets superstar have been making the rounds on social media lately, and it has been picking up some buzz. Recently, the former MVP was asked about this new shot, and in true James Harden […]

Along with the glitz and glamour of the NBA lifestyle comes the caveat of having to live one’s life under a microscope. This is exactly what Brooklyn Nets newcomer Kevin Durant recently spoke about, and in KD’s mind, all the scrutiny definitely takes its toll. For his part, Houston Rockets superstar James Harden seems to […]

Carmelo Anthony is a ten-time NBA All-Star and a beloved member of the famed 2003 draft class that featured himself, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. Last season, Anthony only saw action in 10 games with the Houston Rockets before being released. Though he was rumored to be a target of various playoff-bound teams […]

Houston Rockets’ Eric Gordon has started a fundraiser by donating $50,000 for the relief efforts for the Hurricane Dorian-ravaged Bahamas. Per Jenny Dial Creech of the Houston Chronicle, Gordon asked for everyone’s help in trying to rebuild the community. The Rockets guard actually spends the offseason in the Bahamas — where his mother is from. […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta expects head coach Mike D’Antoni to be in Houston “for a long time.” D’Antoni is entering the final year of his contract in 2019-20. Via Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports: Mike D’Antoni returns in his fourth season as the Rockets’ coach. He’s stepping into the final year of his contract […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta admits the Rockets needed Russell Westbrook’s “athleticism.” Fertitta says he was never concerned about bringing in another ball-dominant guard to pair with star James Harden. “No, because I can remember watching Russell Westbrook against us a couple of times last year and I saw how he ran up and down […]

For the past few seasons, Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta and general manager Daryl Morey have openly talked about how they want to beat the Golden State Warriors. It never happened, though, as the Rockets have lost to the Warriors in the last two postseasons and three out of their last four playoff trips. Next […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta thinks veteran point guard Chris Paul is “gonna surprise people with how good he is” on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Fertitta and the Rockets traded Paul to the Thunder this summer in the blockbuster Russell Westbrook trade. “I think this is gonna be a great fit for Chris in Oklahoma […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta believes the team’s chemistry is “going to be great” with James Harden and Russell Westbrook leading the charge. Harden and Westbrook played together on the Oklahoma City Thunder and have been close friends for years. The Rockets held a mini camp at UCLA last month and will hold another one […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta believes the Rockets won’t win a title “in the next 10 years” if they don’t win one “in the next three or four years.” Fertitta wants the Rockets to seize the opportunity which is in front of them. Houston acquired former MVP Russell Westbrook this summer, signed center Tyson Chandler […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden has taken yet another shot at the media for voting Milwaukee Bucks swingman Giannis Antetokounmpo as the 2019 MVP. Harden says the media created a narrative around Antetokounmpo last season and focused all their stories and attention on him despite what he was doing for the Rockets on a nightly […]

Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden says he and Russell Westbrook will figure out how to play with each other effectively next season. Because both Harden and Westbrook are ball-dominant stars, pundits around the league have questions about whether the two MVPs will be able to coexist and lead the Rockets to a championship. Harden […]

Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden thinks the Rockets might have the best-dressed team in the history of sports. The Rockets acquired former MVP Russell Westbrook this summer, who we all know dresses in extravagant garments. Houston power forward PJ Tucker and center Tyson Chandler also wear some interesting clothes on gameday, and Harden has […]

Houston Rockets legend and Hall of Famer Yao Ming was undoubtedly the most decorated NBA player that came from Asia. He’s an eight-time All-Star, a two-time All-NBA second team, and he had career averages of 19.0 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks. But did you know that before he was drafted first overall in 2002, […]

There’s still some time before the NBA regular season starts in earnest. However, that doesn’t stop James Harden from making fellow NBA players look foolish in a more casual setting. The Rockets guard played pick-up ball with Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter and Los Angeles Lakers sharpshooter Danny Green. Based on the video recorded of […]

Russell Westbrook is “excited for the new journey” with the Houston Rockets after spending the first 11 years of his NBA career with the Oklahoma City Thunder. During an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Westbrook admitted it’s still weird to hear him be introduced as the starting point guard for the Rockets […]

Houston Rockets forward Gerald Green says the team will get together for one more workout before training camp starts in October. The Rockets had a mini training camp at UCLA last month. Gerald Green says #Rockets players will get together at an undisclosed location for one more workout before camp: "We do have one more […]

Houston Rockets small forward Gerald Green is really excited to have superstar point guard Russell Westbrook in Houston. In fact, he is so excited that Green is offering up his stylist to Westbrook if the former MVP ever needs his hair braided. The high-flyer also says Westbrook is “going to be the key” for the […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden already has a lethal step-back jumper which is impossible to defend. Now, it looks like Harden is going to debut his one-legged 3-pointer next season as the next trick in his arsenal. If James Harden is really going to break this out next season for the Rockets, it’s going to […]

Nene Hilario has confirmed that he will be returning to the Houston Rockets for the coming season. The former No. 7 overall pick reportedly signed a two-year veteran’s minimum deal with the team, with the second year being non-guaranteed. https://twitter.com/jgsiegel/status/1171848669747765248?s=20 Nene sent out an Instagram post to announce that he would be returning to the […]

The Houston Rockets will employ a new formula coming into the 2019-20 season, now boasting two ball-dominant players capable of doing it all. That diverse firepower also comes with its share of drawbacks, as James Harden and the newly acquired Russell Westbrook will have to play off the ball through the course of the game. […]

Eric Gordon is expected to remain in Mike D’Antoni’s starting lineup, even after Russell Westbrook joined the Houston Rockets earlier this summer. The hope is that the 30-year-old shooting guard can help as a floor spacer while ball-dominant guards like Westbrook and talisman James Harden make plays. Alykhan Bijani of The Athletic said as much […]