Rockets' long-overdue Kevin Durant decision stands in the way of a championship
If the Houston Rockets want to finally reach the next level, they have to make an incredibly difficult Kevin Durant decision.
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Pistons targeted three NBA superstars to pair with Cade Cunningham
The Detroit Pistons reportedly explored making a major splash around Cade Cunningham this offseason, with Kevin Durant , Kyrie Irving , and Kawhi Leonard all appearing on their list of star targets. ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel revealed on the Clutch Scoops podcast that Detroit went as far as directly contacting the Houston Rockets about a potential Durant trade. "There were conversations this offseason about that where the Detroit Pistons reached out to the Rockets and said, 'We are inte...
Rockets Notes: Sengun, Thompson, Adams, Udoka
Rockets center Alperen Sengun has been an All-Star the past two years, but his below-average three-point shooting remains an obvious weakness in an era of stretch fives. Sengun, who connected at 30.5% from beyond the arc last season, is working to improve that part of his game in training camp, writes Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops. […]
Wild Trade Proposal Sends Karl-Anthony Towns Away From Knicks Amid Contract Stalemate
Here is a wild trade proposal that sends Karl-Anthony Towns to the Rockets as the Knicks face a major contract decision with their center.
Rockets 2026-2027 player previews: Bogdan Bogdanovic
Flawed analogy: An NBA team is like a video game build. Each team has attributes, and each team has to choose which attributes to prioritize. Although that’s where the flaws in the analogy begin. In most video games, the limitations on attribute distribution are stricter. It’s typically smart to punt on strength entirely if your […]
Top 10 Best Rockets Ever? (PT 2) | We Count it Down! | Who you got?
Bleav Host Robert Land & ‘We Got Houston’ Host Clayton Anderson Count Down their Top 5 Rockets of All-Time. In their 2nd part, they hit their Top 5 & decide where Moses Malone & James Harden fit. They also look at a few of the viewers Top 10’s & preview a potential Houston Sports Top 10. What do you think about it? Is that something you’d like to see? Today’s Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ➡️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon & iHeart X ➡️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ➡️ https://ww...
Kings add Tristen Newton and Leaky Black
The Sacramento Kings have added Tristen Newton and Leaky Black on training camp deals, according to HoopsHype, while waiving forwards Gabe Levin and Tyrone Marshall Jr. Newton joins Sacramento after spending the 2025-26 season between the Iowa Wolves, Rio Grande Valley Vipers and Houston Rockets. The 26-year-old guard had a productive year in the G […] The post Kings add Tristen Newton and Leaky Black appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. Talks Overcoming Young Team Narrative And First-Round Exit Frustrations
Jabari Smith Jr addresses how the Rockets have overcome the 'young team' narrative and his lingering frustrations over their first-round exit to the Lakers in the 2026 playoffs.
Timberwolves sign KJ Martin
The Minnesota Timberwolves have added KJ Martin to their training camp roster after agreeing to a deal with the veteran forward. Martin will compete for a roster spot during camp as Minnesota prepares its final group for the upcoming season. The 25-year-old brings five seasons of NBA experience, having spent time with the Houston Rockets, […] The post Timberwolves sign KJ Martin appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Considering some Rockets Media Day comments
A new season is almost upon us, and for that I am very grateful. The Rockets held their 2026-7 season Media Day on Wednesday. It’s fun, you get to see the players, see the new uniforms (a welcome return to a a modified Catsup and Mustard!), and hear what the coaches, management and players have […]
Things get interesting when Amen, Ausar Thompson play who’s better?
Twin brothers Ausar and Amen Thompson have been closely linked since being drafted by the Rockets and Pistons in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft. Each signed new contracts recently that have caused comparisons to break out between the talented, athletic forwards. ESPN host Malika Andrews wanted to get to the bottom of […] The post Things get interesting when Amen, Ausar Thompson play who’s better? appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBA Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Rockets, Amen Thompson, Cavs
Hawks The Hawks haven’t forgotten how last season ended. It’d be difficult even if they tried. Atlanta led the Knicks 2-1 in the first round before losing three straight games, including a 51-point beating at home in Game 6. New York then lost only once more on its way to the championship. Jalen Johnson called […] The post NBA Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Rockets, Amen Thompson, Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard extension looks risky compared to Rockets’ Kevin Durant deal
The Rockets negotiated a cheaper deal with Kevin Durant than the Raptors did with Kawhi Leonard.
Clutch Scoops: Latest Jalen Duren updates, Gary Trent Jr. investigation, Kevin Durant’s Rockets future, NBA intel
Make sure to subscribe to Clutch Scoops on YouTube and follow @ClutchPoints on X so you don’t miss the weekly live show with all the latest NBA intel every Thursday afternoon. Training camps are beginning around the NBA and with many teams holding Media Day on Monday, September 28, Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons […] The post Clutch Scoops: Latest Jalen Duren updates, Gary Trent Jr. investigation, Kevin Durant’s Rockets future, NBA intel appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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Charles Barkley Says Kevin Durant’s Leadership Is the Reason Why Rockets Have No Chance Against Spurs or Thunder
A few years ago, Charles Barkley famously called Kevin Durant a “bus rider” after the superstar chose to join the Golden State Warriors. Now, the NBA icon is taking another shot. This time, criticism extends to the entire Houston Rockets team. Barkley believed Durant’s leadership could be a major reason Houston has little chance against […] The post Charles Barkley Says Kevin Durant’s Leadership Is the Reason Why Rockets Have No Chance Against Spurs or Thunder appeared first on EssentiallySp...
Rockets 2026-2027 NBA player previews: Jae’Sean Tate
I think we all remember rookie Jae’Sean Tate as one of the few bright spots of the 2020-2021 season, but now, six seasons later, his role looks very different, so what can we expect from the captain of The Stay-Ready Crew this year? Throughout his Rockets career, Jae’Sean has frequently struggled with injuries, but when […]
Kevin Durant is Aging But Does Not Want to Slow Down; 2-Time MVP Protests Against Reported Plan by Rockets Coach
Kevin Durant has beaten an ACL injury once and gotten back to an elite level of play. His eyes are on Father Time, and save for an unfortunate injury before the 2026 playoffs, he is so far winning. Durant is ready to return as the No. 1 star for the Houston Rockets next season. They [...]
Marcus Smart turned down more money from Lakers to sign with Rockets, said offer was ‘disrespectful’
While the Los Angeles Lakers added a bevy of guards and wings this offseason, they’ll certainly be hard-pressed to replace Marcus Smart, whose defense and playmaking on both ends of the floor were integral to their success last year. Smart agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Houston Rockets during free agency. Varun […]
Tom Thibodeau spotted at Rockets practice, and his skinny jeans need to be seen to be believed
The Houston Rockets are currently gearing up for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, which is slated to get underway in less than a month. The Rockets are hoping that the return of Fred VanVleet will help guide them to a better result than their disappointing first round playoff exit a year ago. On Thursday, the […] The post Tom Thibodeau spotted at Rockets practice, and his skinny jeans need to be seen to be believed appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Hoops Rumors Front Office Subscriber Chat Transcript: 9/24/2026
Hoops Rumors’ Arthur Hill held a live chat today exclusively for Trade Rumors Front Office subscribers. Topics included the Lakers’ search for wing help, Kevin Durant’s future with the Rockets, the possibility of a Jalen Duren sign-and-trade before the season starts, the Knicks’ chances of keeping their roster together and more! Unlock Subscriber-Exclusive Articles Like This One With […]
Rockets star Reed Sheppard’s latest social media move shows he’s fully embracing Jack Black’s Nacho Libre look
It appears that Reed Sheppard is embracing the Nacho Libre comparisons after the Houston Rockets star made a move on social media to prove it. Sheppard has changed his profile picture on Instagram to a photo of Jack Black as Nacho Libre. It’s great to see him embracing the memes. Rockets guard Reed Sheppard has […] The post Rockets star Reed Sheppard’s latest social media move shows he’s fully embracing Jack Black’s Nacho Libre look appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ranking 10 WORST NBA Offseason Moves Before 2026 Training Camp Opens, Including Rockets Not Trading Kevin Durant
After a very busy offseason in the NBA, we are just days away from the opening of training camps for […]
Marcus Smart disparaging Lakers should win Celtics fans' hearts again
Marcus Smart won over the Boston Celtics fanbase for years with his play, but he fired some parting shots at the Los Angeles Lakers after leaving them for the Houston Rockets, thus strengthening the love from the fanbase.
Ime Udoka Reveals How Fred VanVleet’s Return Will Affect Kevin Durant And Alperen Sengun On Offense
With Fred VanVleet back in the rotation, Ime Udoka envisions some signficant changes to the Rockets' offense.
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