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• Rockets Notes: Offseason, Young Players, Growth, More
Rockets general manager Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka addressed the media on Monday, a few days after the team was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the second straight season. Stone referred to the 2025/26 campaign as “frustrating and disappointing,” per Varun Shankar of The Houston Chronicle (subscription required). “As […]...2026See also Ime Udoka news and rumors
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• It’s time to hold Rafael Stone to the fireThe honeymoon is over for Raphael Stone and we need to talk...2026
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• Report: Rockets have “no plans” to move on from Ime Udoka or Rafael StoneIf reports are to be believed, the Houston Rockets have already made a decision on one of the biggest questions of the offseason. According to The Athletic’s Kelly Iko, the Rockets have “no plans” to move on from either Ime Udoka or Rafael Stone. The report says: “At this juncture, there are no plans to […]...2026Check it out Ime Udoka
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• Rockets Expected To Retain Ime Udoka, Rafael Stone; Will Discuss Long-Term Deal With Tari EasonHouston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka and general manager Rafael Stone are expected to return to the team next season, sources told Kelly Iko of Yahoo! Sports. With back-to-back 50 win seasons, ownership remains confident in the duo. There is also a belief within ownership that with a healthy Steven Adams, Fred VanVleet, and Kevin Durant, the team is not far away from the Spurs or the Thunder. The ...2026Read about Tari Eason latest news -
• Rockets GM: Very happy with team, not expecting major changesThe Rockets made their big swing last summer, landing Kevin Durant. So far, they like how it’s gone. General manager Rafael Stone told Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle that the team is “very happy” with Durant, while also pointing to steady growth from the younger pieces across the roster. Stone added he would’ve liked […] The post Rockets GM: Very happy with team, not expecting major ...2026See more Kevin Durant breaking news -
• Rockets Notes: Durant, Finney-Smith, VanVleet, Adams, Smith
In a lengthy interview with Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle (subscription required), general manager Rafael Stone stated that the Rockets are “very happy” with what they’ve gotten from Kevin Durant since trading for him last summer and expressed satisfaction with the steps forward the team’s younger players have taken over the course of the 2025/26 […]...2026See also Varun Shankar news and rumors
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• Ime Udoka: Rockets 'Doubled Down' On Bully Ball Strategy
Ime 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 ...2026Click for news about Ime Udoka availability report
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• 30 players most likely to be moved at the NBA trade deadlinePhoto by Justin Casterline/Getty Images Let’s jump around the league to find the players most likely to get relocated at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. In a now-annual tradition at SB Nation, we are scouring through the internet’s endless supply of NBA trade rumors and asking around our NBA team site network to ask our local experts (alongside some national analysis from yours truly) to see ...2025Read about Atlanta Hawks injuries -
• Texans News: Derek Stingley Jr. making strides ahead of Year 2
Chris Pedota, NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK Your one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Monday, June 26, 2023. Houston Texans News Latest Deshaun Watson suit adds Houston Texans as defendant (FOX 8 News) Texans Slated To Carry Over $30 Million in Dead Cap Space in 2023 (Sports Illustrated) AFC Notes: Colts, Jaguars, Texans (NFL Trade Rumor...2023Visit the page Amen Thompson injury
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• Rockets’ Christian Wood’s injury status, revealed
The extent of Christian Wood’s right ankle sprain remains uncertain but the Houston Rockets medical staff will evaluate him weekly, as confirmed by the team on Friday. .@memorialhermann Injury Update Rockets GM Rafael Stone announced that following an MRI today, Dr. Alfred A. Mansour of Memorial Hermann has diagnosed center Christian Wood with a right […] The post Rockets’ Christ...2021Check it out Christian Wood injury status
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"" Houston general manager Rafael Stone acknowledged the need to upgrade despite satisfaction with last season's roster." - 2025
"Rockets coach Ime Udoka and GM Rafael Stone said the team took big steps this season but face a "huge offseason" after being ousted in the first round of the playoffs." - 2024
"Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone signed a multiyear contract extension earlier this year, sources told ESPN on Tuesday." - 2023
"After Rockets general manager Rafael Stone confirmed in a Friday press conference that Houston will simply waive John Wall, with no buyout required, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN said during an appearance on NBA Today (YouTube link) that Danny Green would welcome a similar arrangement." - 2022
"According to Rockets executive Rafael Stone, part of those plans was bringing in Dennis Schroder to provide leadership and fill in as […] The post Dennis Schroder Shines In Starting Role For Houston Rockets Against Suns appeared first on SLAM." - 2021
"ClutchPoints’ Salman Ali said that Green had previously discussed coaching with Houston GM Rafael Stone." - 2020
"Rockets VP of basketball operations Rafael Stone will reportedly take over Morey's vacated GM position"
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• Rockets Expected To Retain Ime Udoka, Rafael Stone; Will Discuss Long-Term Deal With Tari Eason
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• In defense of another quiet Rafael Stone NBA Trade DeadlineThe Rockets had a quiet deadline. That’s OK. Calm down....2026
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• Rockets Not Interested In Trading For Ja MorantThe Houston Rockets are sticking to their strategy of adding to their young core, without removing from it, even as the team has emerged as a contender. Houston isn't interested in making moves that will shortcut the development process for their young player. And the Rockets aren't interested in mortgaging their long-term future in win-now moves. That approach has kept Houston from pursuing point...2025Visit the page Houston Rockets contract -
• Rockets Were Comfortable Keeping Team Together If Kevin Durant Didn't Become AvailableThe Houston Rockets entered the 2025 offseason comfortable running it back with their core group, but decided to pivot to a major trade of Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks when the asking price from the Phoenix Suns for Kevin Durant was lower than anticipated. "Nobody was trying to move guys," general manager Rafael Stone told ESPN. "If Kevin didn't want to come and wasn't available, we would've been...2025Read about Houston Rockets trade rumors
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• Kevin Durant Expects To Eventually Sign Extension With RocketsKevin Durant said he envisions signing a contract extension with the Houston Rockets as he enters the season on an expiring $55 million contract. Durant and the Rockets were expected by some to have already finalized an extension following his trade from the Phoenix Suns. "I do see myself signing a contract extension," Durant said Monday. "I can't tell you exactly when that will happen, but I do s...2025Check it out Kevin Durant contract rumors -
• Bucks Had No Interest In Talking Giannis Antetokounmpo Trades With RocketsHouston Rockets GM Rafael Stone was a recent guest on ESPN Radio Houston. Stone talked about the Rockets offseason, including clearing up if his team made a run at Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. Stone offered some insight when he was asked about "the big man from Greece in Milwaukee". While being careful to not comment on another team's player, the Rockets GM made it clear that talk...2025See more articles Houston Rockets salary -
• Rockets’ Stone Talks KD, Whitmore, Green, Sheppard, Capela
Asked on Monday about the biggest factor that made the Rockets want to make a deal for Kevin Durant, general manager Rafael Stone offered a simple answer, per Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle (subscription required). “He’s Kevin Durant,” Stone said. Stone went on to laud Durant’s shooting efficiency and prowess as a half-court scorer, […]...2025Click for news about Kevin Durant trade rumors
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• Cam Whitmore Drawing Trade Interest As Rockets Likely Done With 'Grand Moves'The Houston Rockets are not expected to pursue major roster moves this offseason after completing their blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, but the franchise is actively exploring options to trade Cam Whitmore. With the Rockets having already re-signing Fred VanVleet on a two-year, $50 million contract extension, the organization is now focused on fine-tuning their roster around their new Big Thre...2025Continue with Cam Whitmore salary rumors -
• Rockets Trying To Trade Into Second Half Of First RoundThe Houston Rockets are actively trying to trade back into the 2025 draft after sending the No. 10 and No. 59 picks this week to the Phoenix Suns for Kevin Durant. The Rockets currently don't have any selections in this week's draft. Houston has surplus future picks via the Suns as well as several young players on their roster. The Rockets have had one of the NBA's better track records of drafting...2025Visit the page Houston Rockets contract
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• Kevin Durant Trade To Rockets Driven By Ime Udoka Influence, Low CostIme Udoka was instrumental in the Houston Rockets' decision to acquire Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. The groundwork for this move was laid last June when Houston obtained several future draft picks from Phoenix through a trade with the Brooklyn Nets. This transaction sparked speculation that the Rockets were positioning themselves to target either Durant or Devin Booker. Initially, Rafael St...2025See also Kevin Durant trade rumors
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• Ime Udoka: Rockets 'Doubled Down' On Bully Ball Strategy
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• Cam Whitmore Drawing Trade Interest As Rockets Likely Done With 'Grand Moves'
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• Fred VanVleet, Rockets Postpone $44.9M Team Option Deadline To June 29Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets have agreed to move back Friday's deadline for the team's option on his $44.9 million contract for the 25-26 season to June 29th. Both sides will have additional time to consider exercising the option or engage on a longer team contract. VanVleet, who is represented by Rich Paul, previously said that he hopes to remain with the Rockets. Rafael Stone has indica...2025Read about Fred VanVleet scores -
• Rockets Prioritize 'Continuity' With 'Plan A To Develop Within Our Group'
The Houston Rockets plan to prioritize roster continuity this offseason following their first-round playoff elimination against the Golden State Warriors, general manager Rafael Stone indicated Tuesday. Stone and head coach Ime Udoka expressed confidence in the team's young core during their season-ending news conference. The Rockets improved from 22 wins to 41 and then 52 in Udoka's two seasons a...2025See also Houston Rockets stats
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• Rockets Prioritize 'Continuity' With 'Plan A To Develop Within Our Group'
The Houston Rockets plan to prioritize roster continuity this offseason following their first-round playoff elimination against the Golden State Warriors, general manager Rafael Stone indicated Tuesday. Stone and head coach Ime Udoka expressed confidence in the team's young core during their season-ending news conference. The Rockets improved from 22 wins to 41 and then 52 in Udoka's two seasons a...2025See more Houston Rockets stats
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• Rockets Declare Amen Thompson Untouchable In Trade DiscussionsThe Houston Rockets have informed rival front offices that second-year forward Amen Thompson is untouchable in potential trade discussions despite the team's interest in acquiring a star player, sources told ESPN. Thompson, the No. 4 pick in the 2023 NBA draft, finished fifth in Defensive Player of the Year voting this season. Thompson's scoring average jumped from 9.5 points as a rookie to 14.1 p...2025See more Houston Rockets stats -
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• Brad Stevens Named 23-24 NBA Executive Of The YearBrad Stevens has been named the 23-24 NBA Executive of the Year. Stevens received 16 out of 29 possible first place votes, six second place votes and three third place votes for a total of 101 points. Sam Presti finished second ahead of Tim Connelly, Leon Rose, Nico Harrison and Rafael Stone. During the past year, Stevens acquired Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday via trade while the Boston Celt...2024See more Brad Stevens -
• How Rockets’ Jalen Green turned third-year struggles into the best month of his career
"He has put in the work and he's starting to really see the results," says Rockets GM Rafael Stone....2024Continue with Jalen Green stats
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• Jalen Green Expected By Rival Execs To Have Similar Peak As Bradley Beal, Zach LaVineJalen Green is entering his third NBA season after averaging 22.1 points over 76 games with the Houston Rockets. Green was the No. 2 overall pick in 2021. "Rival executives often project his potential peak as similar to those of Bradley Beal and Zach LaVine, and some statistical models suggest those as decent comparisons," writes Zach Lowe at ESPN. The Rockets are expected to be an improved team t...2023Click for news about Jalen Green stats
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• Fred VanVleet Hopes To Stay With Rockets
In the wake of the Houston Rockets first round series loss to the Golden State Warriors, Fred VanVleet was asked about his future. Specifically, VanVleet was asked about staying with the Rockets. "Obviously, I put my heart and soul into this, and this is where I want to be," VanVleet said. "It's definitely a family situation. I've got a lot of love for our coaching staff, Rafael (Stone), the Ferti...2025See also Fred VanVleet
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• Latest On Kevin Porter Jr.
Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday was arrested in New York City for assault and strangulation following an alleged incident with his girlfriend. Both charges are felonies, writes Tim MacMahon of ESPN. While Rockets GM Rafael Stone previously declined to comment, both the team and the NBA later released statements acknowledging the incident. “We are in […]...2023See more Kevin Porter
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• Buyout Rumors: Green, Westbrook, Bulls, Beverley, Ibaka, Heat, Sixers, Grizzlies
After Rockets general manager Rafael Stone confirmed in a Friday press conference that Houston will simply waive John Wall, with no buyout required, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN said during an appearance on NBA Today (YouTube link) that Danny Green would welcome a similar arrangement. Both Wall and Green were acquired by Houston as salary-matching chips […]...2023See also John Wall
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• Gerald Green retires, joins Rockets coaching staff
Before the Houston Rockets’ home opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Gerald Green announced that he is retiring and joining the Rockets’ coaching staff in a player development coach position. ClutchPoints’ Salman Ali said that Green had previously discussed coaching with Houston GM Rafael Stone. Gerald Green announces his retirement from basketball and will be […] The...2021Continue with Gerald Green
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• Rockets’ Kevin Porter Jr. keeps it real on playing point guard
All summer, the Houston Rockets hinted that Kevin Porter Jr. was going to be their starting point guard this season. John Wall not being in the picture only makes this even more of a reality. At a charity event availability, Rafael Stone indicated that the organization views him as a playmaker. This was also when […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Porter Jr. keeps it real on playing point gua...2021Continue with Houston Rockets
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• Kevin Porter Jr. is no longer a 'part of the Houston Rockets,' GM Rafael Stone announcesThe Rockets general manager found the allegations regarding Kevin Porter Jr. "deeply troubling."...2023Read about Kevin Porter
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• Sources: Rockets GM extended on multiyear deal2024See more Houston Rockets -
• High on future, Rockets vow to 'come back better'
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• Fischer’s Latest: Green, Middleton, Budenholzer, Raptors
The Rockets are ready to move past the rebuilding stage and may be willing to include Jalen Green in an offseason trade for veteran help, sources tell Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. Fischer notes that new head coach Ime Udoka, general manager Rafael Stone and owner Tilman Fertitta all mentioned the team’s available cap space […]...2023Visit the page Jalen Green
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• Rockets GM Rafael Stone says they want to develop, not trade for a star: 'We do not intend to change anything'Houston has been the subject of high-profile trade rumors, including for Kevin Durant or Jimmy Butler...2024See more articles Kevin Durant
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• Rockets Notes: Offseason, Young Players, Growth, More
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• Ime Udoka: Rockets 'Doubled Down' On Bully Ball Strategy
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• Rockets Were Comfortable Keeping Team Together If Kevin Durant Didn't Become Available
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• Rockets Prioritize 'Continuity' With 'Plan A To Develop Within Our Group'
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• Rockets Prioritize 'Continuity' With 'Plan A To Develop Within Our Group'
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• High on future, Rockets vow to 'come back better'
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• Fred VanVleet Hopes To Stay With Rockets
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• Rockets Evaluating Young Core As They're Tested In Playoff Environment
The Houston Rockets are assessing whether their young talent can develop into championship-caliber players, or if a blockbuster trade is needed to acquire an elite offensive engine, according to ESPN. Despite securing the Western Conference's No. 2 seed, Houston faces elimination in Game 5 against the Golden State Warriors with inconsistent performances from their young stars. General Manager Rafa...2025Click for news about Houston Rockets
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• How Rockets’ Jalen Green turned third-year struggles into the best month of his career
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• Kevin Durant Trade To Rockets Driven By Ime Udoka Influence, Low Cost
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• Ime Udoka, Low Trade Price Led To Rockets Trading For Kevin Durant
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• Fred VanVleet Hopes To Stay With Rockets
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• Rockets Declare Amen Thompson Untouchable In Trade Discussions
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• Rockets GM seemingly responds to Jimmy Butler trade speculationRockets GM Rafael Stone clarified that he doesn’t plan to pursue a star on the trade market this season....2024See more Jimmy Butler scandal -
• The only ‘untouchable’ Rockets’ player ahead of trade deadline, revealed
With an 11-25 record and the owners of the 14th spot in the Western Conference, there is speculation that the Houston Rockets could move some of their players at the trade deadline. With the team currently mired in a 15-game losing streak and the playoffs out of reach, general manager Rafael Stone could begin a […] The post The only ‘untouchable’ Rockets’ player ahead of tr...2021See more Western Conference rumors
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