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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 […]

Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon has surprisingly lost 15 pounds over the offseason, knowing he was bound for an increased role coming into the 2018-19 season. The Indiana product was listed at 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds last season, but has slimmed down to an even 200, giving him a more maneuverable frame to handle […]

Rockets guard Chris Paul has suffered his share of injuries at untimely moments, but none more precarious than the hamstring injury that forced him to miss the last two games of the Western Conference Finals while being one game away from the title series. While it was an eventual gut punch for the Houston Rockets, […]

The Houston Rockets are making a strong effort to acquire Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler, according to Mark Berman of Fox26Houston.com. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and, while he prefers to play for the Miami Heat, the swingman just wants this saga to end and is fine with getting moved […]

As the Houston Rockets get set to begin the 2018-19 NBA season, high expectations are surrounding them. After nearly knocking off the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Finals last season, Houston is hoping to take the next step and get back to that point this year. Eric Gordon may not be viewed as […]

Former Cleveland Cavaliers general manager David Griffin doesn’t like the moves the Houston Rockets made this offseason and believes the team took a step back. Griffin was the Cavs’ general manager for three seasons and helped guide the franchise to its first title in 2015-16 over the Golden State Warriors. The current NBA TV analyst […]

The Houston Rockets, L.A. Clippers and the Cleveland Cavs are among the teams still interested in trading for Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe. Those three will join the Miami Heat, who is the frontrunning suitor for Butler’s services, given the mutual interest despite the frustrating process of […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is a genius when it comes to offensive schemes. Although known for his fast-paced rapid-fire offense, D’Antoni is no slouch when it comes to orchestrating a defensive scheme as well, as he proved so last year. Last season, his James Harden-led Rockets were one of the elite teams when […]

The never-ending saga of Jimmy Butler continues. It appears that the Miami Heat have a steady lead over other possible trading partners. Other possible partners include the LA Clippers and Brooklyn Nets — considering Butler had both of these destinations as preferences early on in the process. This comes from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, who is closely […]

Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon could potentially take part in Mike D’Antoni’s new starting lineup, which would relegate new acquisition Carmelo Anthony to the bench as the team’s new sixth man. “It doesn’t really matter to me,” said Eric Gordon of his position in the starting lineup, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. “I just […]

Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni seems to be “strongly leaning” toward bringing his offseason acquisition Carmelo Anthony off the bench as the team’s sixth man, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. While his lineup isn’t set in stone by any means, D’Antoni wants sharpshooter Eric Gordon as a starter, a move that could move James […]

Everyone knows that James Harden and Chris Paul are the two most important players on the floor for the Houston Rockets. Gerald Green thinks their importance to the team extends past what they can do on the floor. Green asserts that Harden and Paul are the leaders on the team and everyone else falls in […]

Houston Rockets All-Star and reigning MVP of the NBA James Harden is getting a new signature shoe from Adidas, according to a report from The Houston Chronicle. Harden worked for quite a while with the designers at Adidas in designing the Harden Vol. 3. The popular sports apparel company wanted to make sure the new […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is the latest prominent personality that has taken a shot at the league’s salary cap policy. According to the 61-year-old billionaire, the implemented rules and regulations have held his team back, and has served as a huge obstacle for the Rockets. Fertitta shared his thoughts on the matter when he […]

There have been many words said about new Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony. Not too many of those have to do with winning championships, however. At least until now. Speaking at Houston’s media day, Anthony made it clear what his focus is at the moment. Alykhan Bijani of the Athletic and Tim MacMahon of ESPN […]

As one of the top floor general’s in NBA history, Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul has had to make tough decisions his entire career. According to Rockets reporter Ben DuBose, Paul’s latest decision to re-sign with Houston was an easy one. I asked Chris Paul (@CP3) whether re-signing with the #Rockets required much thought: […]

The Houston Rockets will be without Brandon Knight for the preseason due to an infection in his surgically repaired knee. “He’s gonna be out for training camp and preseason,” Rockets general manager Daryl Morey said in an interview Monday, referring to Knight. “He has an infection that’s clearing up. And then, at the end of […]