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Armed with the gifts to put up points in a hurry and score through an array of different ways, shooting guards are an essential element to any fantasy basketball team. Yet with so many personalities playing under this position, choosing one that fits your dynamic can be quite challenging. To help you prepare for this […]

Brooklyn Nets point man Spencer Dinwiddie clarified his intent after proclaiming he was the most improved player in the NBA last year. The 6-foot-6 dynamo expressed concern about being taken out of context before, as if slighting Most Improved Player award winner Victor Oladipo and runner-up Clint Capela. Dinwiddie wanted to make it clear — […]

The Jimmy Butler tirade during a one-hour practice session with his Minnesota Timberwolves teammates produced mixed side effects, one that can make or break his potential trade to another team before the start of the regular season. The All-Star forward took center stage in a daring, profanity-laced practice on Wednesday, teaming up with the third-stringers […]

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has broken barriers during his ascent to stardom after capturing two straight MVP awards. Among some of the most outstanding feats, a barrage of 402 total 3-pointers made during the 2015-16 season, a record that still holds as the most treys made in a season. Head coach Steve Kerr […]

Houston Rockets assistant coach and head of player development Irv Roland recently joined The Athletic for a wide-ranging interview. Amid their discussion, Roland was asked if James Harden can get any better than he already is. Harden, 29, led the Rockets all the way to the Western Conference Finals last season, where they were defeated […]

The Houston Rockets reached out to the Minnesota Timberwolves after their recent failed trade with the Miami Heat over the weekend, hoping to pounce on the frustration and scoop up Jimmy Butler. The Wolves were reportedly adamant in receiving shooting guard Eric Gordon and forward P.J. Tucker, but the Rockets would not move Tucker, who […]

The Houston Rockets have signed undrafted Brandon Sampson out of LSU. Via their Twitter account, the Rockets shared the news that they’ve signed Sampson, a 6-foot-5 guard who played for three years in LSU. He declared for the 2018 NBA Draft but was not selected. https://twitter.com/HoustonRockets/status/1049777048917438464 An additional report by Andrew Lopez of The Times-Picayune revealed […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta says the organization would love to have Jimmy Butler on the team, but is not willing to give up unreasonable assets to acquire the four-time All-Star. Butler has requested a trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves and has no intention of returning to the club this season. The Rockets are among the […]

As another NBA season is set to begin in ten days, it’s not only the teams themselves that are putting the final touches to their roster. Fans all over the globe are also scrambling to put together the most formidable roster possible in each of their fantasy basketball leagues. To better help you in strategizing […]

When Carmelo Anthony signed with the Houston Rockets in the offseason, many were wondering how the dynamic would work between Anthony and head coach Mike D’Antoni. Anthony was coached by D’Antoni with the New York Knicks. The two had a murky relationship back then, and D’Antoni resigned from his post during the 2011-12 season because he was […]

With the formidable core comprised of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobili gone, plus Kawhi Leonard being traded, critics believe that the San Antonio Spurs’ winning ways are now over. But Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni spoke out against people who are underestimating the Spurs. After their preseason win against the Spurs, D’Antoni […]

After trade talks between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Miami Heat fell apart, the Houston Rockets now get into the picture and seem to be determined to trade for Jimmy Butler. As reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, sources reveal that the Rockets have also been aggressive in pursuing Butler who, to recall, requested for […]

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela hurt his right hand in their preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs. Fortunately, the injury is not serious and won’t affect the big man’s health in the long run. As reported by Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, Capela’s injury was “just a bruise.” Capela hand soreness called "just […]

San Antonio Spurs starting point guard Dejounte Murray suffered a right knee injury Sunday afternoon against the Houston Rockets and was forced to leave the game. Murray walked off the court under his own power, but will undergo an MRI on Monday, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. San Antonio guard Dejounte Murray will undergo […]

According to Alberto De Roa of Hoopshype, Sergio Llull, who was recently voted as the best international player outside the NBA, is apparently still firmly on the Houston Rockets’ radar. After purchasing his draft rights in 2009, the team and their general manager in Daryl Morey still believe that he will eventually come to play […]

Houston Rockets star Chris Paul knows what San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray is capable of, and he firmly believes the future is bright for the Silver and Black with the 22-year-old running the floor. The end of an era has come for the Spurs at the point guard position, with Tony Parker deciding […]

NBA Hall of Famer Yao Ming has a knack of dwarfing tall people when standing next to him. That will happen when you’re 7 feet 6 inches tall. Dallas Mavericks rookie Luka Doncic recently posted a photo of himself posing with the former Houston Rockets star, along with Mavs legend and teammate Dirk Nowitzki. The Slovenian […]

Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul is happy to join forces with Carmelo Anthony, but he has expressed his dismay over what he described as “disrespect” to one of his closest friends. Anthony signed a one-year, $2.4 million deal with the Rockets this offseason, but the signing was met with plenty of criticisms due to the 34-year-old’s […]

The Houston Rockets are set to have a full-strength squad this Sunday, with Clint Capela and P.J. Tucker expected to be back in the starting lineup in their preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs. Capela is dealing with a sore right foot, but he expects to play Sunday against the Spurs. Capela told reporters Friday […]

The Houston Rockets were one win away from defeating the Golden State Warriors and reaching the NBA Finals last year. With the mindset of putting the team in a better position to win it all this year, team owner Tilman Fertitta is not planning on being thrifty. .@TilmanJFertitta on the luxury tax: “Trophies are always […]

Daryl Morey and the Houston Rockets were ecstatic to be able to sign Carmelo Anthony in NBA free agency this offseason. After the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Anthony to the Atlanta Hawks, Anthony was bought out of his contract, clearing the way for him to sign with the Rockets. Anthony had an incredibly disappointing season […]

Kevon Looney has proven to be a key cog for the Golden State Warriors after two disappointing seasons coming into his NBA career, but despite playing a substantial role during the regular season and even more in the playoffs, he fell short of fielding offers for his services this summer. According to Mark Medina of […]

New Houston Rockets forward Marquese Chriss has finally found a role that he’s happy with on an NBA team. After two unsatisfying seasons with the Phoenix Suns, the former eighth overall pick in the 2016 draft is looking forward to contending for a championship in Houston by doing what he does best: playing hard, rim-running, and […]

One of the greatest point guards of this era, Houston Rockets superstar Chris Paul seemed to criticize the Los Angeles Clippers when he was asked about the difference in playing for both teams: Chris Paul speaking on the difference playing in Houston: No one is looking at you sideways for shooting a certain shot, or […]

When the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Carmelo Anthony to the Atlanta Hawks for Dennis Schroder and Mike Muscala (who was then sent to the Philadelphia 76ers), it was universally seen as the right move by the Thunder. Anthony struggled throughout the 2017-18 season, averaging career lows in points (16.2) and minutes (32.1) per game while shooting […]

Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul says he’s moved closer to the city in an effort to get more comfortable with his surroundings. Paul is in his second year with the Rockets and says overall, the team is in a better place than it was last season due to familiarity. Chris Paul says he moved closer […]

Houston Rockets All-Star James Harden was easily the best shooting guard in the NBA last year, and the latest NBA GM survey shows that he’s expected to be dominant again this season. The 29-year-old Harden won his first NBA MVP Award after the 2017-18 season. He was within one game from his second NBA Finals […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni was ultimately thrilled with his team’s performance after a 131-115 rout of the Memphis Grizzlies during their first preseason game. The offensive genius was particularly fond of his star point guard, Chris Paul, who put up 22 points, nine assists and five steals in 26 minutes on the floor. […]

The new-look Houston Rockets proved to be in mid-season shape, putting up 131 points against the Memphis Grizzlies in their first preseason game with new acquisition Carmelo Anthony, who shined in his Clutch City debut. The perennial scorer put up 13 points in an efficient 4-of-8 shooting from the floor in 23 minutes, encouraged by […]

Houston Rockets All-Star forward Carmelo Anthony plays for a franchise driven by advanced analytics and he knows it. After making a long two-point attempt against the Memphis Grizzlies, a shot considered to be one of the toughest and least efficient in the game, Anthony promptly turned to his bench and apologized for his poor shot […]

The trade conversations surrounding Jimmy Butler have been relatively quiet in the past few days after the Miami Heat were known to be at the forefront of his services. The Houston Rockets had come out as potential suitors, despite having no cap space to sign him next summer after having signed two starters to max […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni says the team won’t be satisfied with anything less than a championship this season. The Rockets had the best regular season in franchise history last year, finishing with the top record in the NBA at 65-17. The team advanced to the Western Conference Finals and took on the mighty Golden […]

The Houston Rockets are set to kick off their 2018-19 preseason campaign on Tuesday, but it sounds like they’re going to be without the services of forward P.J. Tucker, who is dealing with a bout of back soreness. Mark Berman of FOX 26 News in Houston reported Tucker’s status, noting that he would be held […]

After a tumultuous season with the Oklahoma City Thunder last term, many believed that Houston Rockets newcomer Carmelo Anthony was already done for. The 34-year-old could not disagree more, and claimed in a recent interview that he is confident that he still has what it takes to play at the highest level. According to Anthony, […]

New Houston Rockets recruit Carmelo Anthony is intent on taking his career one year at a time. The 34-year-old made this abundantly clear in a recent interview when he was asked about his future plans. “I don’t like talking about it,” Anthony said Saturday before the team’s last practice at McNeese State before returning to […]

Since his arrival in Houston, there has been a lot of discussion about what role Carmelo Anthony will have with the Rockets. Most of the talk centers around the idea that he might come off the bench. Interestingly, it seems that Anthony is okay with that role as long as it results in winning. As […]

It’s only been a week and the team hasn’t played a preseason game yet, but Carmelo Anthony says he’s fitting in well with the Houston Rockets. Anthony has been playing at the power forward spot with the Rockets’ second unit in training camp thus far, a clear sign head coach Mike D’Antoni views the former […]

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey says when a player of Jimmy Butler’s caliber becomes available via trade, it’s his job to explore all possible avenues to make his team better. That being said, Morey likes the way his team is currently constructed and says the organization is focused on what they have at their disposal. […]

While many Houston Rockets fans claim their chances of reaching the NBA Finals went down the drain as soon as Chris Paul exited Game 5 with a hamstring injury, Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala argues the series would not have been that heavily contested if it wasn’t for his own injury. Warriors head coach […]