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Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. The Spurs face the Rockets for the third time this season, […]
Houston Rockets vs San Antonio Spurs January 28, 2026 Location: Toyota Center – Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network, ESPN Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 Online: Rockets App, SCHN+, ESPN App Time: 8:30pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Tari Eason, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun Spurs: Stephon Castle, Julian Champagnie, De’Aaron Fox, Harrison […]
ESPN’s Shams Charania has reported that Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has undergone surgery on his left ankle, citing sources. Adams, 32, will miss the rest of the season. The Rockets currently stand in fourth place in the Western Conference, and the loss of Adams will be significant. He’s been averaging 5.8 points and 8.6 […]
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Tonight’s Spurs vs Rockets I-10 showdown at the Toyota Center is a massive divisional clash with both jockeying for playoff positioning. The Spurs (31-15) arrive as one of the West’s biggest success stories this season, led by the impossible-to-miss Victor Wembanyama and a backcourt fueled by De’Aaron Fox. They’re looking to shake off a recent stumble against the Pelicans and prove they’re ready for a deep playoff run. Across the court, the Rockets (28-16) have turned their home floor...
The Houston Rockets’ offensive philosophy is to bully opponents on the glass. Buy and large, it works. The more scoring opportunities one gets, the higher likelihood that they’ll score. Especially put-back opportunities around the rim or open kick-out threes. Steven Adams has been a big part of that, as he leads the league in offensive […]
Player prop betting options for Kevin Durant, Victor Wembanyama and others are available in the Houston Rockets-San Antonio Spurs matchup at Toyota Center on Wednesday (starting at 9:30 p.m. ET). How to Watch Rockets vs. Spurs Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Time: 9:30 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN and SCHN Live Stream: Fubo Location: Houston, Texas Venue: Toyota Center NBA Props Today: Houston Rockets Kevin Durant Props PTS REB AST 3PM 25.5...
The San Antonio Spurs come into this game off a tough loss in which they took the New Orleans Pelicans lightly (sound familiar?) and despite a furious comeback were unable to get the win at home. They’ve had two days to stew over that loss and get on a plane for a quick trip to […]
Per Shams Charania: The San Antonio Spurs have three players on the 2026 NBA Rising Stars roster. Reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle will represent the NBA Sophomores. He’ll play alongside Matas Buzelis (Bulls), Donovan Clingan (Trail Blazers), Kyshawn George (Wizards), Ajay Mitchell (Thunder), Alex Sarr (Wizards), Reed Sheppard (Rockets), Cam Spencer (Grizzlies), […]
This is the sort of game the Rockets should win going away. The Memphis Grizzlies, shorthanded as almost always, and without Ja Morant, as per usual, should be the sort of team the Rockets beat. Not that they’re a bad team, or have bad players, they’re one of the deeper teams in the NBA, full […]
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies January 26, 2026 Location: Toyota Center, Houston, Texas TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 Online: Rockets App, SCHN+ Time: 7:00pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun Grizzle: LAX Bro, Coward Of The River, Jwells, Santissimo, Jumbo Jackass […]
The Memphis Grizzlies were supposed to play a game yesterday against the Denver Nuggets. However, due to bad weather that is sweeping across the United States, the game was postponed. Now, the Grizzlies will travel to Houston and be relatively rested if a bit disheveled. The Rockets and Grizzlies are both around tenth in adjusted […]
After Steven Adams left the game Sunday versus the New Orleans Pelicans with an apparent ankle injury, fans began speculating on the severity. Well, it was confirmed earlier this week that Adams has a grade-three ankle sprain, so fans should not be expecting him back anytime soon, as a grade-three ankle sprain can take up […]
The Houston Rockets were struggling on the road and on the second night of a back-to-back, but they went into Detroit and beat one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference anyway, downing the Pistons 111-104 behind a total team effort. Kevin Durant once again led the way, scoring 32 points on 11-for-19 shooting, […]
Houston Rockets vs Detroit Pistons January 23, 2026 Location: Little Caesars Arena — Detroit, Michigan TV: Prime Video Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 Online: Rockets App, SCHN+ Time: 6:00pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun 76ers: Tyrese Maxxey, VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre, Paul George, Joel Embid
Coming off a tough loss against the Houston Rockets, the Spurs traveled to Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Jazz. Luke Kornet did not play due to an adductor injury, and Lauri Markkanen did not play due to reconditioning. After a back-and-forth first quarter, the Spurs started the second quarter on a 15-0 […]
It’s Friday night, and we have some great matchups on tap around The Association! Eight matchups tip off throughout the night, highlighted by the Pistons and Rockets who take the floor in the evening’s opening bout. Let’s look at some NBA odds for all of tonight’s action across the league. Dec 26, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) brings the ball up the court against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory C...
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By now, I’m sure you’ve heard. And noticed. The Houston Rockets need a point guard. Although it’s not as bad as it seems. There’s a difficult path, as it pertains to acquiring an external one. Houston is just $1.2 million under the apron. The NBA’s hard cap is real. We know this. We’ve seen Rockets […]
The Rockets, the 76ers, and overtime. Three things that have been synonymous over the last couple of seasons. Unfortunately, the Rockets being on the road and losing has also become synonymous. Tonight, the Rockets got to experience all of the above. The Rockets got another brilliant performance from Kevin Durant who scored 36 points, 7 […]
Ball. Don’t. Lie The Sixers overcame a horrendous call at the end of regulation to take down the Houston Rockets 128-122 Thursday night. Joel Embiid was dominant for much of the night with 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists going 10-of-19 from the floor. Tyrese Maxey had a much better night attacking the basket, […]
Game Details When: Thursday, January 22, 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PAWatch: NBC Sports PhiladelphiaRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
Houston Rockets vs Philly 76ers January 7, 2026 Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena – Philadelphia, PA TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 Online: Rockets App, SCHN+ Time: 6:00pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun 76ers: Tyrese Maxxey, VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre, Paul George, Joel Embid
Game Details When: Thursday, January 22, 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PAWatch: NBC Sports PhiladelphiaRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
The Houston Rockets’ third-ranked offensive attack hinges heavily on their ability to outmuscle opponents on the offensive glass. Houston’s 16.1 offensive rebounds pace the league. And their 18.8 second-chance points also leads the league. Unsurprisingly, the Rockets have four players that rank in the top-25 in offensive rebounds, in Steven Adams, Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson […]