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Russell Westbrook isn’t the type of player to make excuses. However, after the Houston Rockets’ season came to a halt in the Western Conference semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers, he offered some context about what he’s had to go through before he could even play for the Rockets in the NBA bubble. That includes […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo is playing down the incident that happened between his brother and Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook. To recall, William Rondo was ejected during Game 5 of the Lakers-Rockets series after a heated verbal exchange with Westbrook. Russ was clearly disappointed with what William said, so much so that even […]

Things got testy between Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook and William Rondo, brother of Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo, in the fourth quarter of Game 5. Westbrook did not appreciate William’s yapping on the sidelines, especially with everything going downhill for the Rockets. The ferocious guard fired back and called Rajon’s brother out for […]

Houston Rockets star point guard Russell Westbrook was trash-talking the Los Angeles Lakers down 30, and all superstar small forward LeBron James could do was smile and laugh at the Brodie. lebron laughing at Russ LMAO #LakeShow pic.twitter.com/nbcBJSw4Ua — Nemoses (@hammodyjassim77) September 13, 2020 Rajon Rondo and Russell Westbrook were having a back and forth […]

The Houston Rockets seemed completely outmatched on Thursday, as they suffered a disappointing defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers, 110-100, in Game 4 of their second-round series. Looking ahead to a do-or-die Game 5 on Saturday, Rockets guard Russell Westbrook revealed what he believes Houston must do in order for them to […]

The Houston Rockets put themselves on the verge of elimination after coming out flat in Game 4, showing very little fight despite trailing 2-1 in the series. While a fake fourth-quarter rally gave the Rockets a more “respectable” 10-point loss, the effort through the first three quarters was truly damning. Now staring elimination in the […]

The Houston Rockets were run over by a freight train on Thursday, as they suffered a Game 4 defeat to the Los Angeles Lakers, 110-100. After the game, Rockets star Russell Westbrook was asked about his team’s apparent lack of energy throughout the contest, to which the former MVP could not give a straight answer. […]

Houston Rockets All-Star Russell Westbrook played well against the Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals, helping his team earn a 112-97 victory. However, he struggled to find any sort of rhythm in Game 2, which is just one reason why this series is now tied at one game apiece. Westbrook has had […]

The Los Angeles Lakers tied the second-round series at one game apiece following Sunday’s 117-109 Game 2 win over the Houston Rockets. It was not exactly a must-win game for the Lakers, who suffered a surprise loss in the series opener on Friday, but it was a key win nonetheless. For the Rockets, some adjustments […]

Houston Rockets superstar Russell Westbrook admitted that his subpar performance in Game 2 versus the Los Angeles Lakers greatly impacted the outcome of the match on Sunday. The Purple and Gold managed to even their best-of-seven Western Conference semifinals series against the Rockets at one win apiece, running away with a 117-109 victory at the […]

It seems that Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni isn’t abandoning the Russell Westbrook ship any time soon. After successfully clawing their way back in Sunday’s Game 2, the Rockets ran out of gas the Los Angeles Lakers were able to keep them at bay and grabbed a 117-109 victory to even out their series […]

Houston Rockets superstars Russell Westbrook and James Harden are among NBA 2K21’s 10 fastest players. Westbrook (96) is the second-fastest player in the popular video game, trailing only Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (97), while Harden (89) is No. 10. The top-19 players in NBA 2K21 in terms of speed can be seen via Hoops […]

The Houston Rockets proved on Friday night that they are more than capable of being one of the best defensive teams in the league, as they shut down the top-seeded Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their second-round playoffs matchup. Rockets star Russell Westbrook was on point on defense all night long, hounding Lakers […]

At 35 years of age, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Lebron James continues to prove that he is a terror on both ends of the floor. The King once again took a sip from the fountain of youth on Friday, completing a classic one-man defense-to-offense highlight against the Houston Rockets in their West semis series opener. […]

Houston Rockets superstar Russell Westbrook found himself on the wrong end of a LeBron James highlight on Friday against the Los Angeles Lakers. At the eight-minute mark of the second quarter of the Rockets’ semifinals series opener against the Lakers, Russ was at the wrong place at the wrong time as The King gathered enough […]

A battle between David and Goliath. That’s what experts and fans alike are calling the Western Conference Semifinals series between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers, which tips off tomorrow.  They’re not only saying it because the Rockets enter the series as underdogs after a grueling seven-game battle against the Oklahoma City Thunder while […]

The dust has barely settled on the Houston Rockets’ epic Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. That huge win sent the Thunder packing, and has allowed the Rockets to set up a second-round matchup with the top-seeded Los Angeles Lakers. There’s not much time for Houston to celebrate their first-round series […]

Russell Westbrook recently shared his thoughts on the Houston Rockets’ upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals. The former MVP responded in a very Russell Westbrook manner, basically saying that he does not care: Russell Westbrook on facing the Lakers: “I never worry about the other team.” pic.twitter.com/uwlgcAREcv — Mark […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to square off against the Houston Rockets in the Western Conference semifinals on Friday. Before James tries to end their season, he shared his opinion on Rockets stars James Harden and Russell Westbrook, lauding each of their talents. Lakers-Rockets has so many stars. LeBron hailed Harden […]

Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook claims that he was able to foresee the Oklahoma City Thunder’s final play in Wednesday’s epic Game 7 battle between these two sides. According to Westbrook, he was familiar with the play Thunder head coach Billy Donovan decided to draw up for that key possession in the dying seconds of […]

James Harden came up big for the Houston Rockets on a key defensive play in the dying moments of their Game 7 battle against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. Harden blocked a Lu Dort three-point attempt that would have put the Thunder up by two points with less than five seconds remaining on […]

Russell Westbrook means a lot to Oklahoma City Thunder fans. He was the star that stayed after Kevin Durant abandoned them for Yellow and Blue pastures of Golden State. He won an MVP in OKC, he’s done a lot for the community, and he continues his efforts to help the Thunder by costing the Rockets […]

The Houston Rockets fumbled away Game 6 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 104-100, blowing a late six-point lead in the process. The Rockets managed just two points over the last 4:19 after James Harden hit a technical free throw following a Chris Paul air punch. Those last few minutes were a comedy of errors for […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder were expected to rebuild this year. After trading away franchise legend Russell Westbrook, many wondered if the Thunder would be drafting in the top 10 in 2020. Instead, the Thunder shattered expectations and earned the fifth seed in the Western Conference. Facing elimination on Monday night, Chris Paul continued to do […]

The Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder were involved in quite a nail-biter on Monday night, with the Thunder escaping with a tightly-contested Game 6 victory, 104-100. OKC’s victory was thanks in large part to Chris Paul’s outstanding play down the stretch — something the Rockets star Russell Westbrook played down during his post-game […]

Skip Bayless is at it again and this time, Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook is in his cross-hairs. The UNDISPUTED anchor didn’t mince his words towards the Houston Rockets’ starting guard after Westbrook’s crucial turnover. The point guard coughed it up in the dying moments of the game seemingly cost his team any chance at […]

James Harden did not throw Russell Westbrook under the bus after the Houston Rockets’ Game 6 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. It was a close-out game for the Rockets, who were up 3-2 in the series, but crucial errors down the stretch handed them a 104-100 loss. One big mistake was […]

Houston Rockets star guard Russell Westbrook made a critical late-game error that cost the Rockets Game 6 in their first-round duel with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Amid the criticisms hurled at Westbrook, James Harden defended his teammate, noting that Westbrook simply made the decision he felt was right. In the postgame interview explaining what went […]

As expected, the first-round series between the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder has been gritty and physical. Technical fouls have been slapped, players have hit one another intentionally or unintentionally. And in Game 6, Chris Paul elbowed Russell Westbrook in the groin. Peep the clip below and judge for yourself if Paul did […]

Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook finally made his 2020 NBA playoffs debut in their 114-80 Game 5 win over his former squad, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Westbrook did have a rusty return on Saturday, especially from the field. He shot just 3-of-13, registering just seven points to go along with six rebounds, seven assists, and […]

The Houston Rockets got a boost ahead of their pivotal Game 5 matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder with the return of All-Star guard Russell Westbrook. Russ missed the first four games of the playoffs — eight of the team’s last nine contests overall — with a quad injury. Westbrook made his presence known early. […]

Russell Westbrook will make his postseason debut for the Houston Rockets on Saturday against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing the first four games of the series due to a quad injury. However, per Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni, Westbrook will be limited to 25-28 minutes in Game 5 against the Thunder. Russell Westbrook will […]

Russel Westbrook will make his postseason debut with the Houston Rockets on Saturday. The Rockets shared a hyped video of Westbrook ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. https://twitter.com/HoustonRockets/status/1299746132059398146 Westbrook, who hasn’t played in a game since Aug. 11 due to a quadriceps injury, is expected to have a minutes limit in Game […]

There’s no doubt that Russell Westbrook of the Houston Rockets will go down in history as one of the greatest pint guards to have ever played the sport. However, in the mind of the 31-year-old, he earnestly hopes that the legacy he leaves behind goes way beyond the confines of the basketball court. According to […]

NBA legend and Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan played a huge role in saving the 2020 playoffs, as the six-time champion advised Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook on how the postseason can continue while also making real change for African Americans in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting. While speaking to the Houston Rockets […]

Houston Rockets superstar point guard Russell Westbrook admits NBA players needed a mini-break following the tragic Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin. Blake was shot seven times in the back by the police. He’s now paralyzed from the waist down, and Blake’s attorney doesn’t believe his client will walk again. Westbrook opened up on the shooting […]

Houston Rockets All-Star Russell Westbrook has been cleared to play in Saturday’s Game 5 matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Brodie was dealing with a quad injury, but he’s recovered enough to rejoin his teammates, according to Kelly Iko of The Athletic. So… what does Westbrook’s return mean for the Rockets and their chances […]

Houston Rockets star Russell Westbrook will return to the lineup for a crucial Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday, according to The Athletic’s Kelly Iko. ESPN reported earlier Friday morning that Westbrook tested out his injured quad in an intrasquad scrimmage on Thursday and “looked as explosive as ever.” Westbrook was upgraded […]

With the season now officially back on track, the Houston Rockets could be getting a boost by the return of Russell Westbrook from a strained quad. The former league MVP has missed the first four games of Houston’s first-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but he now appears to be on track to make […]