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Basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas appears to have some extremely high hopes on the new pairing of James Harden and Russell Westbrook with the Houston Rockets. So much so, that the former 12-time All-Star has already declared the Rockets to be his favorite to come out on top of the Western Conference in the […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden hears the noise. He knows people keep criticizing him for not winning a championship yet. The criticism only fuels the MVP, who says he’s not going to stop working on his game until he wins a championship with the Rockets. “Obviously I’ve been coming up short these last few years […]

Another day, another video of an NBA superstar embarrassing a kid at his basketball camp. This time, Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden starred in the role. As we all know, Harden is one of the most gifted scorers in NBA history and has a lethal step-back jumper and crossover. A poor kid at Harden’s […]

Houston Rockets star guard James Harden says he and new teammate Russell Westbrook are always trying to get better so they can capture that elusive first championship. Harden and Westbrook are two of the hardest working players in the league. The two MVPs are constantly in the gym working on their craft so they can […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden once again insisted rumors indicating that he and former teammate Chris Paul had a poor relationship were false. Per Adam Wexler of KPRC, Harden claimed that all the rumors were just “false talk.” .@JHarden13 on Chris Paul and all the media chatter the last few weeks, said it was all […]

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon has reportedly withdrawn from the Team USA training camp, and will effectively no longer be a part of the FIBA World Cup this summer, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon has withdrawn from Team USA training camp and FIBA World Cup this summer, sources tell […]

By winning the Russell Westbrook lottery, the Houston Rockets have successfully propelled themselves into the conversation of title contenders for the upcoming season. By pairing two of the league’s Most Valuable Player winners in the past three years, Houston have formed one of the most dynamic, exciting, and at the same time mind-boggling backcourt duos […]

LAS VEGAS – Hamidou Diallo was informed of the news immediately after wrapping up a 14 point, seven rebound performance for the Oklahoma City Thunder. His team just grabbed a big Summer League victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. However, the focus of Diallo’s postgame interview was the trade of Russell Westbrook to the Houston […]

When the Houston Rockets acquired former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Chris Paul and picks, it could only mean one thing: time to put up or shut up. Via Evan McIntyre of The Athletic, a source close to the Rockets organization echoes that sentiment. “We’re trying to win […]

There is no doubt that Houston Rockets megastar James Harden has already cemented his legacy as one of the best offensive players in NBA history. He has an MVP trophy and statistical records to show for it. However, as phenomenal as he has been over the past couple of years, he has always come up […]

Speaking at an Adidas event, Houston Rockets star James Harden commented on his highly anticipated partnership with former Oklahoma City Thunder teammate and former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook. Harden shared his excitement to play alongside Westbrook once again. And despite questions about their fit, the 2018 NBA MVP said that their partnership is “going to […]

The debate over the legality of James Harden’s patented step-back 3-pointer has pivoted from adults to children. Making an appearance at an Adidas store, the Houston Rockets All-Star guard was called out by a young “fan” and proceeded to explain the move to the kid. Kid to James Harden: "What made you do that traveling […]

Mike D’Antoni is “really happy” the Houston Rockets didn’t trade Eric Gordon, PJ Tucker or Clint Capela this summer. Gordon, Tucker and Capela were all mentioned in trade rumors, especially when the Rockets were trying to acquire Jimmy Butler. Houston got the best of both worlds this offseason. They were able to acquire former MVP […]

Head coach Mike D’Antoni says the Houston Rockets need Russell Westbrook’s rebounding skills and athleticism. Westbrook is one of the most explosive point guards in NBA history, and he has averaged a triple-double three seasons in a row now. Mike D’Antoni is looking forward to the former MVP helping out the Rockets on the glass. […]

If Chris Paul really wants to start the 2019-20 season on the Miami Heat, he might have to decline his 2021-22 player option worth $44,211,146. Paul is widely expected to begin the upcoming season on the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Heat are said to be interested in acquiring Paul, but they aren’t aggressively pursuing a […]

Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden is happy he’s not part of the “NBA shuffle” which has been taking place in the league. Last season, Jimmy Butler and Anthony Davis requested trades. Butler is now on the Miami Heat after splitting time with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers in 2018-19, while Davis is on […]

Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden admits he watched Russell Westbrook from afar even after he left the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder traded Harden to the Rockets in 2012. Harden and Westbrook are very close friends, and The Beard enjoys watching Russ play: James Harden on Russell Westbrook: "Even after I left Oklahoma City, […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni believes center Clint Capela got too much backlash after “one bad series” in the 2019 playoffs against the Golden State Warriors. Capela averaged 8.8 points and 10.0 rebounds in the six-game series versus the Warriors. He shot 53.5 percent from the field, but had a negative plus/minus in four out […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni believes Rockets fans “will appreciate the intensity” Russell Westbrook plays with on a nightly basis. Westbrook is arguably the most passionate player in the NBA. He leaves it all on the floor every night. Mike D'Antoni on Russell Westbrook: "What you see is what you get. You get a […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni admits he would be “disappointed” if Russell Westbrook’s 3-point shooting didn’t improve in Houston next season. Westbrook shot a putrid 29.0 percent from beyond the arc in 2018-19 with the Oklahoma City Thunder and is a career 30.8 percent shooter from deep. D’Antoni thinks the former MVP can get […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is excited to coach veteran center Tyson Chandler again. D’Antoni was a strong advocate to bring Chandler to Houston. D’Antoni coached Chandler with the New York Knicks. The big man will back up Clint Capela on the Rockets. Mike D'Antoni on the addition of Tyson Chandler: "He's just a […]

James Harden believes it should be “an easy transition” for the Houston Rockets to incorporate Russell Westbrook into the team’s offense. Harden says because he and Westbrook both trust each other, the duo will be able to play together on the court despite critics saying the two MVPs won’t be able to co-exist: . @JHarden13 […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni isn’t concerned with how stars James Harden and Russell Westbrook will fit. The veteran coach said Friday that he will not tweak either of his former MVPs playing styles, and will mostly just let them play their own way: MDA on possible adjustments: “I’m not going to change Russell […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden has a new trick up his sleeve. The former MVP said that he’s developing a new move this offseason to throw at opposing defenses: James Harden: “This year I'm going to come up with something more creative, that's gonna look like it’s a travel but it's not.” #Rockets https://t.co/wpr8xQef2X — […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden has opted not to play for USA Basketball this summer as he prepares for major changes with the Rockets: James Harden said he will not be with the USA Basketball team this summer to prepare for changes with Rockets. Said already spoke with Gregg Popovich. — Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) July […]

Patrick Beverley is no longer with the Rockets, as he has been playing for the Clippers for several years now. However, it’s clear he holds a special place in his heart for the city of Houston. In a recent interview, Beverley noted that the city of Houston and its fans played a significant role in […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder engaged in trade conversations with the Miami Heat during a stretch, as they tried to deal franchise point guard Russell Westbrook. While there had been reported interest in rookie Tyler Herro, center Bam Adebayo and swingman Justise Winslow, the Thunder were willing to give the Heat their 2021 and 2023 picks […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden recently decided to become part of the ownership group of his city’s MLS club, the Houston Dynamo, as well as the Houston Dash of the NWSL. Harden gave a statement on his business move and how it reflects on his view of the city he calls home: “I’m very excited […]

Los Angeles Clippers guard and former Houston Rocket Patrick Beverley thinks the Russell Westbrook-James Harden pairing in Houston is going to work. The Rockets acquired Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder in a blockbuster trade. Houston sent Chris Paul and draft picks to OKC. Beverley, who doesn’t have the best relationship with Westbrook, is happy […]

Houston Rockets combo guard Austin Rivers says James Harden and Chris Paul never had beef and the media fabricated it. Multiple media outlets reported Harden and Paul had a verbal back-and-forth after the Rockets were eliminated by the Golden State Warriors in the second round of the 2019 playoffs and the two All-Stars didn’t like […]

Houston Rockets All-Star James Harden is jumping into the soccer market. According to a report from FOX 26 in Houston, the two-time scoring champion has joined the ownership group of the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL) franchises: According to NBA sources Houston Rockets superstar James Harden has joined the ownership group of the […]

The Houston Rockets have a good amount of roster carry-over from last season. Key pieces P.J. Tucker, Clint Capela, Gerald Green, and Austin Rivers all will return to try to carry Houston further than last season’s disappointing exit. Rivers got a chance to explain why he re-signed with the Rockets even after continuous early exits: […]

The New York Knicks were never truly interested in trading for Russell Westbrook, according to Jeff Zillgitt of USA TODAY Sports. Despite having struck out in free agency after whiffing on the likes of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Kawhi Leonard, the Knicks remained committed to their rebuild by keeping their young assets and sustaining […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is not currently considering an extension with the team, according to his longtime agent Warren LeGarie. LeGarie went on SiriusXM NBA Radio, detailing his client’s priorities heading into the final year of his contract. Via Salman Ali of ESPN 975 Radio: “It’s not even something we’re even considering right […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni gave a lot of credit to general manager Daryl Morey for making another huge move this summer. In the hopes of improving their title chances, the Rockets traded for Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook. The move reunited Westbrook with Houston superstar and former OKC teammate James Harden. D’Antoni […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni doubles down on his belief that they are the favorites to win the Western Conference after acquiring Russell Westbrook this summer. D’Antoni believes the Rockets have earned the rights to be considered as favorites. Despite the setbacks in the past two seasons, the veteran head coach sounded more confident […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is thrilled that he will have one-less headache starting next season. D’Antoni is glad that the Rockets now have Russell Westbrook, saying that the explosive point guard gave him a lot to think of in the past several seasons. The veteran coach admitted that he hated going to Oklahoma […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni admitted that veteran point guard Chris Paul will be “sorely missed” in the franchise starting next season. D’Antoni had nothing but praises for Paul, expressing gratitude to the superstar playmaker for his two-year stint in Houston. The veteran head coach said that the 34-year-old point guard did a lot […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets pulled off what initially seemed like an impossible trade to once again jumpstart what has been an incredibly action-packed offseason. With All-NBA point guard Russell Westbrook heading from Oklahoma City to Houston, the Thunder most notably received fellow All-Star point guard Chris Paul in return. However, the plot […]