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Former First-Rounder Waived, Becomes Newest Free Agent
The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived forward Cam Whitmore just days after acquiring him from the Washington Wizards. He now becomes a free agent. The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, league sources told @hoopshype . Whitmore, the 20th pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, has averaged 10.5 points on 45% from the field and 35% from 3-point range in 17.3 minutes during three NBA seasons with the Rockets and Wizards. pic.twitter.com/y4FZJjhbhK — Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) August 28, 2026 Whi...
Nuggets Release Julian Reese
The Nuggets have formally waived Julian Reese, per NBA.com’s transaction log. A 6’9″ forward/center who was signed to a two-way contract, Reese was traded from Washington to Denver last week as part of the Peyton Watson deal. The Nuggets were able to acquire Reese despite being over the second tax apron because two-way contracts don’t […]
Southwest Notes: Durant, Irving, Castle, Stewart
As he prepares for his 20th NBA season, Kevin Durant hasn’t given much thought to retirement, Matt Young of The Houston Chronicle relays in a subscriber-only story. The Rockets star addressed that topic and several others, including his willingness to spar with fans online and in person, during a 68-minute interview on Boardroom Talks, which […]
The Rockets eventually need a stretch five
The Houston Rockets are starting a collection of fringe NBA big men. First, it was Oscar Tshiebwe. I wrote a feature about him, and you collectively responded with a “meh, he isn’t going to play anyway”. Callous, cruel destroyers of dreams you are. Next, they signed Rafael Castro. He probably won’t play either. He’s got […]
Rockets’ Kevin Durant makes admission about having songs with LeBron James
In a recent interview, Houston Rockets veteran Kevin Durant admitted to making music with Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James. Durant revealed plenty in his chat with Speedy Morman, including more than one song he recorded alongside James. Durant laid down more than a couple of songs with LeBron, he said, per Boardroom. “Three songs, I […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant makes admission about having songs with LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints .
2027 NBA Free Agents By Team
Hoops Rumors’ up-to-date list of 2027 free agents by team is below. These are players who are eligible for restricted or unrestricted free agency after the 2026/27 season. Players with team or player options for the 2027/28 season are listed, unless they’re rookie scale options. Potential restricted free agents are marked with (RFA). Players on […]
New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson Receives Praise From Kevin Durant for Taking Huge Voluntary Pay Cut
Kevin Durant was among those in awe of the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship this past season, as the Houston Rockets forward admitted he didn’t see this coming. During a recent episode of Boardroom Talks with Speedy Morman, Durant gave Jalen Brunson plaudits for agreeing to take a massive pay cut, saying he [...]
LeBron James Teases Unreleased Kevin Durant Collaboration From 2011 After Rockets Star Reveals Their Secret
For many fans, LeBron James’ love for golf is well known. But before the 41-year-old became a regular on the course, he also quietly dabbled in rap. Even Shaquille O’Neal has shared his music before. Now, that side of the superstar is back in the spotlight after Kevin Durant revealed a secret from their 2011 […] The post LeBron James Teases Unreleased Kevin Durant Collaboration From 2011 After Rockets Star Reveals Their Secret appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Knicks’ historic NBA Finals comebacks left even Kevin Durant in awe
The 2025 defending champion New York Knicks made Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant a believer after watching their comebacks against the San Antonio Spurs,in the Finals. The Knicks won their first championship in 53 years after their emphatic 29-point comeback win in Game 4, as their 107-106 win was the greatest comeback in Finals history. […] The post Knicks’ historic NBA Finals comebacks left even Kevin Durant in awe appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Rockets’ Kevin Durant sends ‘f****d up’ warning to rage baiters who dare challenge him
There are not many NBA players known for their social media presence more than the Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant. The two-time NBA has often been seen trolling and responding to fans online, especially when they have something to say about him, or his teams. And well, Durant has now sent another warning to rage baiters […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant sends ‘f****d up’ warning to rage baiters who dare challenge him appeared first on ClutchPoints .
High stakes Rockets season in three parts
In the fairly low global stakes fantasy world of sports the 2026-27 NBA season is a high stakes one for the Houston Rockets. We’ve reached a point where all three facets of the team: management, coaching, players, all need to deliver. Or we can go to that old “three legged stool” analogy for the team. […]
Rockets add another center to the roster
With the calendar about to switch over to September, the NBA inches closer and closer to a new season. The Houston Rockets and the rest of the NBA won’t officially be back on the court until the end of the month, when teams start training camp, but the Rockets are still filling out the end […]
Kevin Durant Reacts to Viral Photo 'Hiding' Behind Bush at Nobu in New Video Amid NBA Offseason
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant says he wasn't attempting to hide in viral photos that seemingly showed him standing behind a bush outside the Malibu restaurant Nobu earlier this summer.
Rockets sign Rafael Castro
The Houston Rockets have added center Rafael Castro on a two-way deal while waiving guard Tristen Newton to create the roster spot. Castro entered the professional ranks after completing his redshirt senior season at George Washington and becoming eligible for the 2026 NBA Draft. At the NBA Draft Combine, he recorded a 9-foot-1.5-inch standing reach […] The post Rockets sign Rafael Castro appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Draymond Green Rejects Kevin Durant’s MVP Over Ring Argument, Mentions Value of Dirk’s 2011 NBA Title
Whenever Kevin Durant makes a controversial comment, expect Draymond Green to dissect it. KD and Green were good basketball teammates, but when it comes to their personal relationship, their recent media conversations appear to suggest otherwise. The Houston Rockets star has made several controversial comments over the past month, and Green, who is a full-time [...]
NBA Notes: Kings, Gabe Vincent, Clippers, Jordan Miller, Rockets
Kings The Kings apparently intend to look under every rock for another guard before training camp. Gabe Vincent is the latest name to surface. Per Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, Sacramento is among the teams considering Vincent, who remains available after spending the past three seasons with the Lakers. A return to the Heat is […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Gabe Vincent, Clippers, Jordan Miller, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rockets Sign Rafael Castro To Two-Way Deal, Cut Tristen Newton
After signing Sean Pedulla to a two-way contract last week, the Rockets have brought in another newcomer on a two-way deal, announcing today that they’ve finalized an agreement with undrafted George Washington big man Rafael Castro, per Ben DuBose of RocketsWire. Castro, who struggled to gain playing time in two seasons at Providence from 2022-24, […]
The Nuggets are dangerously close to this nightmare scenario
Denver's offseason has been a disaster. And it could lead to Nikola Jokic exploring other options next summer.
VOTE: Was the Russell Westbrook trade the worst in Rockets history?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockets fans and fans across the country. Russell Westbrook recently retired. He spent a season as a Houston Rocket, where he averaged 27.2 points, 7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game on 47.2 […]
YouTuber takes up Rockets star Kevin Durant’s challenge to NBA content creators
YouTuber FlightReacts has accepted Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant’s challenge to NBA content creators, offering to organize and livestream a 5-on-5 game against the former MVP. During a recent livestream, Flight responded after Durant criticized NBA content creators for constantly finding new topics to discuss rather than challenging professional players to games. “We have Kevin […] The post YouTuber takes up Rockets star Kevin Durant’s challenge to NBA content creators appeared first on ...
Where will the Rockets finish in 2026-2027?
The Houston Rockets are predicted by ESPN’s summer prediction series to tie for third place in the 2026–27 Western Conference standings, according to a survey of its NBA insiders. Only the Oklahoma City Thunder (60-22) and San Antonio Spurs (62-20) are predicted to be ahead of the Rockets and Nuggets (51-31). ESPN’s Michael C wrote: […]
NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Rockets
Cavaliers The Cavaliers paid a pretty significant price to get Peyton Watson. One analyst believes they’ll get plenty of threes in return. Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report predicted Watson will make at least 150 3-pointers next season, nearly doubling the career-high 81 he hit last year in Denver. Ashish Mathur of Cavs Roundtable highlighted the […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets hope lightning strikes a third time with DeMar DeRozan signing
The Nuggets hope DeMar DeRozan's signing turns out like past veteran success stories.
Three players the Rockets could trade for in 2026-2027
I try to use this space to write high-brow (by sports standards) pieces about the Houston Rockets. Firstly, SB Nation is the best. There is absolute freedom here. I’ve also noticed that you guys are a super bright readership. You want conceptual stuff, or at least you respond positively to it. That said, if not […]
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