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Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas likely hoped to enter his first year under better circumstances. The Rockets hired Silas, a former Dallas Mavericks assistant, after former head coach Mike D’Antoni stepped down. Silas was promptly greeted by internal turmoil. At the center of that turmoil has been James Harden, who requested a trade last […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden recently expressed interest in being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers, per ESPN. Meanwhile, the Sixers figure to get involved in talks, considering former Rockets general manager Daryl Morey is now president of basketball operations for Philly. However, Morey might also be the reason the Sixers are unable to land Harden […]

Disgruntled Houston Rockets star James Harden has finally arrived to training camp and has “tested in accordance with the NBA’s protocol,” according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Harden took his COVID-19 test at the Toyota Center in Houston. This news comes not long after an ESPN report stated Harden had expanded his trade list to include the Philadelphia […]

Although Houston Rockets star James Harden’s future with the organization remains a big known, he appears to approve of at least one part of the team’s present outlook. Harden was among those to toss a “like” to new Rockets guard John Wall’s latest Instagram post, which was captioned with Meek Mill lyrics. San Antonio Spurs […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden previously posited a preference to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets. But Harden appears open to joining other contenders as it becomes more clear that a trade to the Nets might not be in the cards. Tim MacMahon and Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN now report Harden is interested in a […]

The Houston Rockets currently find themselves in a shaky situation with the uncertainties that surround James Harden’s commitment to the team. He still hasn’t shown signs of reporting to team practices and it has already casted worries and doubt especially on the newly-instated head coach in Stephen Silas. The tactician also admitted that he doesn’t […]

After news went public that James Harden wanted out of the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors emerged as a potential landing spot for the former MVP winner. As it turns out, however, the Dubs have since moved on from the interest in Harden, and are now reportedly no longer interested in trading for the […]

The discussions between the Houston Rockets and the Brooklyn Nets regarding a blockbuster trade involving James Harden have reportedly reached a stalemate as of late. According to ESPN‘s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Rockets wanted a young player plus multiple picks in exchange for the 2018 NBA MVP. Per @wojespn, the Rockets and Nets have had no […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden continues to be away from the team at the start of training camps for the 2020-2021 NBA season. Even though his absence has clearly violated certain team rules, it is not yet conclusive whether or not he will be disciplined for his actions. Via Sam Amick of The Athletic: “You’d […]

The Houston Rockets’ disgruntled star in James Harden continues to be away from the team and failed to report in practices as training camps have already begun heading to the start of the 2020-2021 NBA season. Without Harden, the Rockets still managed to form a competent lineup after significant roster movements during the offseason and […]

The main theme for the Brooklyn Nets over the past few seasons has been problem solving, and incoming head coach Steve Nash is fully aware of this. Now that the Nets training camp for the 2020-2021 season is in full swing, there seems to be another beard-shaped cloud looming over Brooklyn as rumors relating the […]

The Houston Rockets don’t want to trade James Harden and are hoping he shows up to training camp before the team’s first preseason game on Friday against the Chicago Bulls. Harden, who has reportedly requested a trade from the Rockets, shocked Houston’s front office when he didn’t show up to training camp, per Sam Amick […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden has yet to report to training camp and may already be in violation of his uniform player contract. Harden, the 2018 MVP, has reportedly requested a trade from the Rockets and prefers to get traded to the Brooklyn Nets so he can compete for a championship with Kevin Durant and […]

While the New York Knicks figure out what to do next, the Houston Rockets have begun preparing for the 2020-21 season, though it’s been done so far without their best player. James Harden has yet to show up to training camp for the Rockets, which has drawn speculation that Harden’s feelings towards the franchise still […]

Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas has his hands full entering his first year on the bench. Rockets star James Harden was absent from the team’s Sunday workouts, including missing an individual session on Sunday. Harden told the team he would be reporting to camp in short order but was spotted in Las Vegas as […]

The James Harden situation is quickly becoming a nightmare for the Houston Rockets. First, there were reports that both Russell Westbrook and James Harden wanted to be traded. The Rockets ultimately traded Westbrook for John Wall, whom Harden reportedly preferred. Harden supposedly got what he wanted, but now he’s not showing up to training camp when he […]

James Harden has been absent from Houston Rockets training camp and new head coach Stephen Silas says that he hasn’t even spoken to Harden about when he’ll be in camp. Harden’s absence combined with the recent reports that Harden wants to be traded has led many to believe that he’s holding out and won’t show […]

Houston Rockets star guard James Harden was absent from Sunday’s workouts, and he might still be in Sin City. Harden had told the team he would be reporting “soon,” though it looks like he had another night out in Vegas. “The Beard” was captured on an Instagram story outside Drai’s Nightclub at around midnight local […]

The 2020 NBA offseason has churned out its fair share of surprises, from intriguing free agent signings to blockbuster trades. But the one move that had plenty of jaws drop on the floor was the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards deal that sent Russell Westbrook to the Wizards in exchange for John Wall and a […]

Question marks continue to linger regarding James Harden’s commitment to the Houston Rockets after a drama-filled day on Sunday. Harden didn’t participate in Sunday’s group practice because of COVID-19 protocols, but the Rockets were expecting him to show up for an individual workout at night. The superstar didn’t show up for that either, per ESPN’s […]

James Harden made headlines on Sunday morning after it was revealed that he hasn’t practiced with the Houston Rockets yet due to COVID-19 reasons while also being seen partying in Las Vegas. Amid all the videos and rumors floating around, Harden posted a cryptic emoji to his Instagram on Sunday. James Harden just shared this […]

While there’s much speculation as to what will transpire with the Houston Rockets this season, John Wall is prepared to make the most of his time next to his new co-star James Harden. Wall and Harden have been very communicative, with Wall even stating that he fully expects for Harden to remain a part of […]

While most NBA players have begun returning to their team camps for the upcoming season, James Harden of the Rockets isn’t in that group. Harden has yet to participate in practice yet following the newly set forth COVID-19 protocols, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. Stephen Silas: James Harden did not take participate in today's practice. […]

Nothing’s ever official until it’s take-down-your-gigantic-mural official. It’s finally reached that point with Russell Westbrook after the Houston Rockets traded him for another All-Star point guard in John Wall. The Rockets’ sky-scraper clean-up job was reported on Twitter by Scoop B. Houston is already tearing down Russell Westbrook’s photo pic.twitter.com/c5gh5LqcoK — 👑 Brandon “Scoop B” […]

The Houston Rockets organization has undergone a tumultuous few months since the team’s second-round playoff exit in the bubble to the eventual-champion Los Angeles Lakers. Former GM Daryl Morey is now the president of basketball operations for the Philadelphia 76ers, ex-head coach Mike D’Antoni is on the bench with the Brooklyn Nets, and both James […]

Now that the Houston Rockets have officially pulled the trigger on the Russell Westbrook trade, they can now turn their attention to a more pressing matter at hand. At this point, there is still a huge elephant in the room. This comes in the form of James Harden, who reportedly also wanted/wants out of Houston. […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden was in a very generous mood of late. The beneficiary was rapper Lil Baby who was on the receiving end of the former MVP’s lavish disposition. Harden just gifted his buddy with a one-of-a-kind gift bag that is estimated to have cost over $300,000. Here’s a video of Lil Baby […]

The New York Times’ Marc Stein is reporting that Houston Rockets star James Harden has yet to report for the team’s individual workouts that started Thursday. Despite his initial absence, newly installed head coach Stephen Silas is said to be “confident” that the All-NBA guard will be present for the team’s first practice Sunday. Rockets […]

Prior to Wednesday, James Harden had reasonable motives to continue his efforts in being moved from the Houston Rockets.  In his eight seasons with the organization, they’ve yet to win a championship, let alone grace the NBA Finals despite having a former MVP and scoring champion on their roster. To the Rockets’ credit, they’ve spent […]

New Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas is confident that James Harden is going to be with the team when the 2020-21 season starts on Dec. 22 and focused on winning a championship in Clutch City. Harden has reportedly requested a trade from the Rockets and wants to play for the Brooklyn Nets so he […]

The Houston Rockets took a pretty big risk trading Chris Paul for Russell Westbrook. Chris Paul’s fit with James Harden was cleaner and they had some success together in the playoffs. One of the biggest cases in Westbrook’s favor was his prior relationship with Harden, they played together in Oklahoma City and both said they […]

John Wall and Bradley Beal were teammates on the Washington Wizards for eight seasons, including this past season that Wall missed, but now their partnership is officially over after the star point guard was traded to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that’s bringing Russell Westbrook to the nation’s capital. Wall and Beal had […]

The Washington Wizards and Houston Rockets conducted a blockbuster trade on Wednesday, swapping Russell Westbrook and John Wall. In a surprising development, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski revealed that James Harden reportedly preferred having Wall over his long-time friend and 2-time teammate Russell Westbrook. .@wojespn details the Russell Westbrook-John Wall trade: "[James Harden] had a preference of […]

Houston Rockets guard James Harden is one of the latest superstars whose rookie basketball card sold for quite a fortune on an online auction. The former league MVP just had his Oklahoma City Thunder rookie card go for a massive $50,101 on eBay after accumulating no less than 58 bids. For starters, here’s a close […]

Just a month before the blockbuster trade between the Houston Rockets and the Washington Wizards that sent Russell Westbrook to D.C., John Wall and James Harden were seen playing some pick-up ball. Peep the clip below to see Harden and Wall in action. Wall, who had been sidelined for quite a while due to various […]

After a debacling offseason, the Houston Rockets appear to be set on entering the 2019-20 season in hopes of contending once more for a title. Eric Gordon echoed that sentiment during his press conference with reporters on Wednesday. The 31-year old guard gave his thought process on the team’s expectations along with all of that […]

It looks like James Harden may start the season on the Houston Rockets and not on the Brooklyn Nets, the team he reportedly wants to get traded to. According to Anthony Puccio of SNYTV, the Rockets are in no rush to trade Harden and any verbal agreement in place has been taken off the table. […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden’s trade request and preference for being dealt to the Nets seemed to have a common thread: Kevin Durant. Harden and Durant had been teammates together in their early years with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and there were rumors Durant was hoping to bring “The Beard” to Brooklyn. Additionally, Kelly Iko […]