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• Kevin Durant Burner Question Was Significant Distraction Rockets Never Fully ResolvedKevin Durant's first season with the Houston Rockets ended in disappointment, marked by a knee injury, a sprained right ankle, and unresolved questions about his relationship with teammates. The Rockets were eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers in six games with Durant appearing in only of them and his future with the franchise uncertain less than one year after his trade from the Phoenix Suns. Al...2026See also Kevin Durant -
• Rockets Avoid Elimination Again, Force Game 6 Against LakersThe Houston Rockets avoided elimination Wednesday night, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 99-93 in Game 5 to cut the first-round series deficit to 3-2. Houston becomes the 16th NBA team to force a Game 6 after falling behind 3-0. Reed Sheppard delivered key plays in the closing minutes. With Houston ahead by three and under three minutes remaining, he hit a midrange jumper and then stripped LeBron...2026See more Houston Rockets -
• Clint Capela has 23 as Rockets rest stars in 132-101 rout of Grizzlies
Clint Capela had a season-high 23 points with 13 rebounds on Sunday night as Houston’s stars sat out in a 132-101 rout of the injury-plagued Memphis Grizzlies to end the regular season. The Rockets went 4-0 against the Grizzlies this season for their first season sweep against them since 2009-10. The Rockets played without starters Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr....2026Check it out Clint Capela
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• How To Watch Grizzlies Vs Rockets, Live Stream, TV Channel, PredictionsThe 2025-26 NBA regular season reaches its high-stakes conclusion this Sunday, April 12, as the Houston Rockets host the Memphis Grizzlies at the Toyota Center. Houston (51-30) enters the finale as one of the elite forces in the Western Conference, having secured the 5th seed, while the Grizzlies (25-56) are looking to end a challenging, injury-riddled campaign on a high note. The narrative ...2026Continue with Houston Rockets -
• How To Watch Warriors Vs Rockets, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting OddsThe NBA regular season reaches a boiling point this Sunday, April 5, as the Golden State Warriors host the Houston Rockets at the Chase Center. Golden State (36-41) enters this matchup with their season on the line, currently occupying the 10th spot in the Western Conference and fighting to maintain their place in the Play-In Tournament. Meanwhile, the Rockets (48-29) have been one of the bigg...2026See more Golden State Warriors -
• How To Watch Knicks Vs Raptors, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting OddsThe NBA regular season enters its final stretch this Tuesday March 31 as the New York Knicks travel to Houston to face the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center. New York (48-27) has already clinched its postseason berth and is now jockeying for the second seed in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Rockets (45-29) are looking to maintain their hold on a top-six spot in the Western Conferenc...2026Continue with New York Knicks -
• How To Watch Rockets Vs Pelicans, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting OddsThis article contains affiliate links. When you purchase through the links provided, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Restrictions may apply. © 2026 basketball.realgm.com The NBA regular season is reaching its final crescendo this Sunday as the Houston Rockets visit the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Houston enters the contest in a strong position, cur...2026See more articles Houston Rockets -
• Southwest Notes: J. Smith, Borrego, Marshall, Ingram
The Rockets pulled off a comeback victory in Orlando on Thursday night, their fourth win in five games since the All-Star break, but they lost forward Jabari Smith Jr. late in the game. Smith suffered an ankle injury with less than two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter (NBA.com video link), though head coach Ime […]...2026
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• How to watch Utah Jazz vs Houston Rockets NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNsThe broadcast of the Utah Jazz versus the Houston Rockets on February 23, 2026, is positioned as the nightcap of an NBA doubleheader on Peacock. Currently situated as the fourth seed in the West with a record of 34-21, the Rockets have transitioned from a promising young core to a legitimate postseason threat. This transformation has been catalyzed by the arrival and sustained brilliance of 37-...2026Click for news about Utah Jazz
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• How to watch Houston Rockets @ Charlotte Hornets NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverageAs the Houston Rockets prepare to visit the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center on Thursday, February 19, the contest serves as a critical junction for two organizations navigating disparate phases of their developmental cycles within a modernized media rights environment. The matchup, scheduled for a 7:00 p.m. ET tip-off, occurs during a month where the league's new $76,000,000,000 media rig...2026See more articles Houston Rockets
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• Kevin Durant Dismisses Burner Account Accusations As 'Twitter Nonsense'
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant dismissed accusations he operates burner social media accounts that criticized current and former teammates and coaches, calling the controversy "Twitter nonsense" after practice Wednesday. Screenshots purporting to show group messages on X under multiple aliases attributed to Durant went viral Sunday during the NBA All-Star Game. The alleged messages included unf...2026Check it out Kevin Durant
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• How to watch Los Angeles Clippers vs Houston Rockets NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverageOn Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Houston Rockets will host the Los Angeles Clippers at the Toyota Center in a matchup that encapsulates the current volatility of the league. Stream live on FuboStart free trial This contest, scheduled for a primetime tip-off at 8:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. CT), serves as a critical junction for two franchises operating on divergent timelines: a Rockets squad fueled b...2026Visit the page Los Angeles Clippers -
• How to watch Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, livestream providers, international coverage
As the league enters the critical February stretch of the 2025-26 regular season, the upcoming engagements between the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder represent more than just a divisional rivalry; they serve as a primary showcase for the league's revamped media rights agreements. As of February 7, 2026, fans and industry analysts are focused on the tactical evolution of these two We...2026See more Houston Rockets
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• Alperen Sengun scores 39 to help Rockets overcome Kevin Durant's absence and beat Pacers 118-114
Alperen Sengun matched his season high with 39 points, and Jabari Smith Jr. added 19 to help the short-handed Houston Rockets overcome the absence of All-Star forward Kevin Durant to beat the Indiana Pacers 118-114 on Monday. Durant sat out, coach Ime Udoka said, after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan's foot. The Rockets already were missing center Steven Adams, who is expected ...2026Click for news about Alperen Sengun
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• Ime Udoka: Rockets 'Doubled Down' On Bully Ball StrategyIme Udoka remains confident in the Houston Rockets' unconventional offensive approach despite recent struggles, believing the formula centered around Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun can produce sustainable success. The Rockets rank third in the NBA in offensive rating (118.9) while utilizing a by-committee approach at point guard following Fred VanVleet's season-ending knee injury. "What we do is ...2026Read about Ime Udoka -
• Jonathan Kuminga Plays First Game In Nearly Two Weeks Amid Trade RumorsGolden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga returned to the rotation Thursday night after a nearly two-week absence, playing 9:31 in a 99-98 loss to the Phoenix Suns. The 23-year-old finished with two points, four rebounds, an assist and a turnover on 1-for-5 shooting in his first appearance since being benched before the Dec. 7 win over the Chicago Bulls. Kuminga was removed from the starting ...2025Click for news about Jonathan Kuminga -
• Injury Notes: Smith, Harris, Lively, Middleton, Collier
Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. sustained a sprained right ankle in Saturday’s win at Boston and was ruled out for Monday’s game against Dallas, tweets Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle. Tari Eason, who will be a restricted free agent next summer, started in Smith’s place. Head coach Ime Udoka is optimistic that Smith will […]...2025Continue with Tari Eason
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• Kevin Durant, Rockets To Discuss Extension With Goal Of Him Retiring With TeamKevin Durant is joining the fifth franchise of his NBA career with the Houston Rockets, and both sides are committed to making this his final destination. Since leaving the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2016 to sign with the Golden State Warriors, Durant hasn't stayed with any single team for more than three seasons. "The goal right now for Kevin Durant and the Rockets is for him to retire in Houston,"...2025Continue with Kevin Durant -
• Kevin Durant Out At Least Three Games With Left Ankle SprainKevin Durant is expected to miss at least one week with a left ankle sprain through the Phoenix Suns' three-game road trip. The Suns are 1.5 games out of the Play-In while also holding the toughest remaining schedule in the NBA. Durant suffered the injury stepping on the foot of Jabari Smith Jr. on a drive to the basket in Sunday's loss by the Suns to the Houston Rockets. Durant has suffered a lef...2025See more articles Kevin Durant
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• Durant Leaves Court Early with Injury in Suns’ Loss to Rockets
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant was forced to leave Sunday’s game against the Houston Rockets after suffering a left ankle sprain in the third quarter. Durant collided with Jabari Smith Jr. on a drive to the basket and stepped on Smith’s foot, causing him to lose balance and fall. He was unable to put weight […] The post Durant Leaves Court Early with Injury in Suns’ Loss to Rockets app...2025Visit the page Phoenix Suns
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• Kevin Durant Leaves Game With Sprained Ankle, Will Undergo MRI On Monday
Kevin Durant left the Phoenix Suns' 148-109 loss to the Houston Rockets in the third quarter with a sprained left ankle. Durant will undergo an MRI on Monday, according to Mike Budenholzer. Durant will not travel with the team as they start a three-game road trip in Milwaukee on Tuesday. Durant suffered the injury after colliding with Jabari Smith Jr. and appeared to step on his foot. Durant had 1...2025Visit the page Kevin Durant
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• Rockets injury update: Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a return on February 21
On Sunday night, the Rockets beat the Raptors 94-87. They improved to 33-20 on the season. However, Houston has lost four of their last six games. Since January 3, Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. has been out with a fractured hand. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Smith Jr. is targeting a return for February 21. […] The post Rockets injury update: Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a retur...2025See also Chris Haynes
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• Rockets’ Jabari Smith On Track To Return After All-Star Break
Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a February 21 return from the hand injury that has sidelined him since early January, reports NBA Chris Haynes (Twitter video link). Assuming Smith hits that target date, he would be back in action for Houston’s first game after the All-Star break, at home vs. the Timberwolves. However, […]...2025Visit the page Chris Haynes
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• Rockets’ Jabari Smith eyeing return from hand injuryRockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a return sometime shortly after the All-Star break....2025 -
• Dunc'd On: Jimmy Butler Suspended; 9 in 73 on the Western ConferenceWe discuss the ramifications of the Heat suspending Jimmy Butler, and discuss possible trade packages for him. Then, a look at some of the Western Conference. DEN & SAS: Victor against every star big is now a must-watch. 27:17 OKC: The Thunder dominated the Knicks in the 4th quarter to continue their winning streak. 45:15 LAC: Norman Powell is having a ridiculous shooting season because he doe...2025Click for news about Jimmy Butler -
• Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. fractures hand in practice, will miss 4-6 weeks following surgeryThe Rockets starting power forward is averging 11.9 points and 6.5 rebounds a game this season....2025
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• Jabari Smith Jr. Out 4-8 Weeks With Fracture In Left Hand
Jabari Smith Jr. will be out four to eight weeks with a fracture in his left hand. Smith suffered the injury during shootaround on Friday. In 33 games this season, Smith is averaging 11.9 points and 6.5 rebounds in 30.9 minutes....2025
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• Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. suffers injury in practiceRockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. fractured his left hand during a team practice....2025 -
• Texas Notes: Eason, Smith, Rockets Shooting, Thompson, Dinwiddie
There was little doubt the Rockets would pick up the 2025/26 contract options of Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. However, both players expressed their appreciation to the Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan Feigen. Eason had leg surgery in March. “I’m very happy about that,” Eason said of the option decision. “I love this group, I love this […]...2024Read about Tari Eason
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• Texas Notes: Smith, Whitmore, Sochan, Doncic
Rockets power forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. was assessed a one-game suspension from the league following a physical fracas with Jazz point guard Kris Dunn. Per Jonathan Feigen of The Houston Chronicle, the Auburn alum admitted he was surprised by the decision at first. “I wasn’t expecting it until they told me the rules,” Smith said. “I […]...2024Click for news about Kris Dunn
