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The Houston Rockets are one of the rising teams in the NBA. With a 49-26 record, they sit in second place in the Western Conference. They have the potential to make a deep playoff run, but if they don’t, then a trade for a star player could get them over the hump. The Memphis Grizzlies […]

On Friday night, the Houston Rockets had a chance to extend their winning streak to nine games at the expense of the coldest team in the league in the Miami Heat, who have lost nine games in a row heading into their contest. In the end, while there were some nervous moments, the Rockets triumphed […]

The Houston Rockets surely expected much more of a cakewalk in their Monday night contest against the shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers that will now be without Paul George for the rest of the season. However, the 76ers simply did not roll over — much to the chagrin of a Rockets team that had to fight tooth […]

The Houston Rockets visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. Alperen Sengun is on the injury report alongside Fred VanVleet, with Sengun listed as questionable and VanVleet ruled out. Sengun is dealing with lower back soreness, while VanVleet has a strained right ankle. Sengun is coming off a double-double (30 points, 10 rebounds) in […]

The Milwaukee Bucks and the Houston Rockets are set to face off for the second time in the 2024-25 NBA regular season this Tuesday night at the Toyota Center in Houston. In the first meeting, the Bucks defeated Houston in thrilling fashion, eking out a 101-100 victory at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee back in November. […]

The Houston Rockets (32-16) will begin a four-game road trip against the New York Knicks (32-17) on Monday night at Madison Square Garden. Ahead of the 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff, the Rockets have listed center Alperen Sengun as questionable with a left calf contusion, while guard Fred VanVleet has been ruled out with a right […]

The Houston Rockets have been one of the surprise teams of the 2024-25 NBA season as they are currently 32-14 and in second place in the Western Conference standings. A big reason for the Rockets’ surge this season has been the steady presence of veteran leader Fred VanVleet, who could be in line for a […]

The NBA has handed out discipline for the altercation that happened on Dec. 29 between the Miami Heat and Houston Rockets. As a result of throwing Heat guard Tyler Herro to the ground, Rockets’ guard Amen Thompson has been suspended two games without pay. Miami’s Terry Rozier was also suspended one game without pay due […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Houston Rockets on Friday.  It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-Rockets prediction and pick. The matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, at Toyota Center is set to be a […]

“The Rockets are victorious tonight against the Guangdong Dragons,” declared veteran broadcaster Craig Ackerman as the final buzzer sounded. Ackerman, now the voice of Houston’s regional television broadcasts on the Space City Home Network, captured the moment as the Houston Rockets erased a 16-point deficit to secure a 114-110 comeback victory over the Toronto Raptors. […]

Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet is a revered name in Toronto. He was a key member of the Toronto Raptors team that won the 2019 NBA championship, which is the only title in their franchise’s history. VanVleet made his annual return to Toronto against the Raptors as an opponent with the Rockets on Sunday […]

The Houston Rockets visit the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Tari Eason, Cam Whitmore, and several other Rockets players are listed as “out” on the official NBA injury report. Point guard Fred VanVleet is the only Houston player with a designation of “questionable.” Here’s everything we know about Fred VanVleet’s injury and his playing […]

The Houston Rockets outlasted the Philadelphia 76ers in overtime, 122-115, on Wednesday, avoiding a trap game on the road against a bad team, and on the second night of a back-to-back. In the win, Jalen Green paced the Rockets with 41 points, but Alperen Sengun’s OT takeover lifted the team to victory, while Fred VanVleet […]

In overreacting to being ejected on Saturday night, Fred VanVleet stormed toward an NBA official, pointing at him with his arm fully extended. As he walked hard toward the official, VanVleet kept repeating profanities during the Houston Rockets’ game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The NBA attempted to course-correct his mistake by fining VanVleet $50,000, […]

Fred VanVleet was given a technical foul and ejected during the final seconds of the Houston Rockets game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. As VanVleet was leaving the court, he nearly put his finger in one of the referees’ faces and said, “You a b—-.” Fred VanVleet to a ref after getting ejected […]

The career trajectory of an undrafted NBA player isn’t promising in the league. However, there have been a handful of undrafted NBA players that went on to make a significant impact in the league. In fact, there’s no better way to make an impact than in the playoffs with the NBA championship up for grabs. […]

Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan was one of the biggest stars to play for the Toronto Raptors during his time with the team from 2009 to 2018. However, Canada native and rapper Drake has been caught in a feud with the star forward, and former Raptors teammate and NBA-All Star Fred VanVleet put his word […]

Immediately after the final buzzer sounded in the San Antonio Spurs 106-101 loss to the Houston Rockets Fred VanVleet confronted Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan and words were exchanged. Fred Van VanVleet had some words for Jeremy Sochan after the gamepic.twitter.com/YFtOSWOCCU — Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) October 29, 2024 Asked about the exchange after the […]

Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024 is $20 million. VanVleet is a professional basketball player who recently signed to play for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He is a NBA champion and an All-Star. Here’s a closer look at Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024. What is Fred VanVleet’s net worth in 2024?: $20 […]

The Houston Rockets are entering the 2024-25 NBA season with plenty of reasons for renewed optimism. After an offseason of mostly standing pat, the front office is betting on the development of their young core to make significant strides in the Western Conference. Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks, and Steven Adams will serve as the veteran […]

The Houston Rockets are gearing up for an exciting 2024-25 NBA season with a mix of veteran leadership and youthful potential. Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks are ready to compete for a postseason spot. Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Cam Whitmore are more experienced. Alperen Sengun is poised to make an All-Star level leap […]

In a poignant display of appreciation and gratitude, Fred VanVleet responded to Toronto’s heartfelt tribute with a simple yet powerful message: “Real Love ❤️🎲 4L” (meaning real love for life). The Raptors’ X account posted a tribute video encapsulating VanVleet’s journey from being undrafted to becoming an NBA Champion, with a caption that read, “From […]

In a league marked by constant player movements and roster transformations, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet remains deeply connected to the team he once called home. His enduring affection for the Raptors goes beyond the court, encompassing personal moments, emotional tributes, and a heartwarming connection that transcends the challenges of a changing roster. Recently asked […]

Although he’s not playing, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet returned to the 6ix for the first time since leaving the city in the offseason and things quickly got emotional for the former Toronto Raptors star, who went from undrafted to an NBA champion during his time with the organization. The Raptors made a beautiful tribute […]

In Sunday night’s game, the Houston Rockets fell apart after an impressive first half against the Western Conference’s top seed Minnesota Timberwolves. This loss epitomizes most of Houston’s start to 2024, which has been marked by inconsistency. The Rockets now hold a road record of 5-17, one of the worst in the league. To make […]

In the wake of the Toronto Raptors trading Pascal Siakam to the Indiana Pacers, the trade that sent Jakob Poeltl back to Canada once again became a topic of discussion. Many Raptors fans stand on the belief that trading for Poeltl was a wrong move on the part of Raptors president Masai Ujiri. During a […]

The NBA G-League, before known as the NBA D-League, is a great opportunity for basketball players to showcase their wares. Given the high level of competition, it’s not only a chance for basketball players to get professional status, but it’s also an opportunity to enter the NBA’s backdoor. Over the years, there have been several […]

The Houston Rockets were once seen as a team that was in the late stages of a rebuild. Their squad was still young. But, moves started clicking once Ime Udoka landed there. Fred VanVleet also arrived along with Dillon Brooks to take the team into better entries in the win column. However, it was the […]

Things got a little heated on Sunday between the Milwaukee Bucks and Houston Rockets for multiple reasons. Both Dillon Brooks and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka were ejected with under a minute remaining in regulation for arguing with the officials, but Brooks had been upset with the way the game was called for all 48 […]

HOUSTON – Defense is the mindset. Defense is the culture. Following back-to-back wins against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Houston Rockets continue on their five-game winning streak with a 13-9 record in a steady climb up the rankings of the Western Conference. On Sunday, they will take their #2 in defensive rating and #1 in opponent […]

As the NBA calendar turns to December 15, 2023, a significant development is on the horizon. A total of 80 players who inked deals during the offseason will finally attain NBA trade eligibility. This marks the commencement of trade discussions for the current season. The league’s stipulations dictate that recently acquired free agents must wait […]

The Houston Rockets picked up a surprising upset victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night, registering a 114-106 victory over the defending champions. After the game, though, the Rockets couldn’t get out of Denver quick enough, leading to a hilarious video from Tari Eason as Fred VanVleet and Ime Udoka tried to escape the […]

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet had a tough free agency decision this past offseason to leave the Toronto Raptors and sign with Houston, and he recently explained one of the factors that led him to make that choice, via The Woj Pod. "It was just a time where it's like, 'Okay, it's starting to go […]

HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets are facing challenges with their bench this season, averaging just 27.7 points. Head Coach Ime Udoka heavily relies on the starting rotation more than any other NBA team. This has resulted in player fatigue and increased injury risks. Fred VanVleet’s situation exemplifies this issue. After playing over 40 minutes in […]

When the Houston Rockets first added Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks in the offseason, as well as head coach Ime Udoka, nobody really gave much though to this team given their lack of success through the years. Failing to win more than 22 games each of the last three seasons, the Rockets were not thought […]

The NBA trade market is about to open up with several free agents signed during the offseason set to become available come December 15th. The Toronto Raptors are a team that always seems to find themselves in trade rumors. They were in on the Damian Lillard sweepstakes. Now they’re in the Zach LaVine marathon as […]

The Houston Rockets finished the 2022-23 season with a 22-60 record, which was tied for the second-worst record in the league with the San Antonio Spurs. Yet to start the 2023-24 campaign, the Rockets have gotten off to a strong 6-5 start, which has caught many fans by surprise. Houston has a ton of young […]

HOUSTON – Shortly after the announcement of guard Fred VanVleet’s max three-year contract worth $130 million with the Houston Rockets, most fans were perplexed. To offer this much for a borderline All-Star, let alone for a former undrafted player, seemed like a bit of an overpay. Deals like these are typically offered to franchise players […]

The Houston Texans have a new breakout superstar. CJ Stroud came out blazing against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and gave their secondary a more challenging time than usual. He also outgunned Baker Mayfield in all aspects of the game which led to an insanely one-sided quarterback battle domination. Stars from all over the sports world […]