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1 week, 1 day ago

Rockets run win streak to 9 with victory over skidding Heat

Fred VanVleet scored 13 of his game-high 37 points in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets won their ninth straight game, defeating the host Miami Heat 102-98 on Friday night. HT Image After scoring just three points in the first quarter, VanVleet scored nine in the second and 12 in the third to get going. Miami, which has lost …

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2 weeks ago

Jalen Green scores 28 and the Rockets down the Bulls 117-114

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 28 points and the Houston Rockets extended their winning streak to six straight games with a 117-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. The Rockets took the lead for good with 5:52 remaining in the fourth quarter on a 3-pointer from Green to make it a 100-98 game. The Rockets improved to 25-10 …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Brooks scores 19 as the Rockets snap a six-game skid with 94-87 win over the Raptors

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Dillon Brooks scored 19 points, Jalen Green added 18 and the short-handed Houston Rockets snapped a six-game skid with a 94-87 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. The Raptors led by four early in the fourth quarter before Houston used a 14-2 run to make it 77-69 with about 7 minutes to go. Takeaways Raptors: Toronto missed …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

De’Aaron Fox? Jimmy Butler? Who Rockets could be targeting at NBA trade deadline

New York Times

The Houston Rockets are in a healthy spot as the official midway point of the regular season approaches. Just getting to a salary match on Butler’s $48 million deal is tricky, given that Jalen Green’s extension has a poison pill provision and trading VanVleet would leave the team without a point guard. Hollinger: Should Sacramento make him available, Fox is …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Robo de VanVleet asegura victoria de Rockets 119-115 sobre Lakers

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Jalen Green anotó 33 puntos y Fred VanVleet robó un balón clave al final que le permitió a los Rockets de Houston mantenerse al frente para vencer el domingo 119-115 a los Lakers de Los Ángeles. Amen Thompson agregó 23 unidades y un máximo de carrera de 16 rebotes en su regreso después de una suspensión de dos …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Green has 33 points, VanVleet’s late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over Lakers

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Amen Thompson added 23 points and a career-high 16 rebounds in his return after a two-game suspension to help Houston eke out the victory after …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler trade scenarios: Warriors? Suns? Which landing spots make the most sense?

New York Times

As trade rumors have swirled over the last month, Jimmy Butler’s play has been a roller coaster. The Most Sense: Golden State Warriors Three-team trade • Heat acquire Bruce Brown Jr. from Raptors; Dennis Schröder, Gary Payton II, one first-round pick and one second-round pick from Warriors • Raptors acquire Andrew Wiggins and Gui Santos from Warriors • Warriors acquire …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Amen Thompson suspended 2 games, Terry Rozier suspended 1 game for roles in Rockets-Heat fight

Associated Press

MIAMI — The NBA has suspended Houston’s Amen Thompson for two games and Miami’s Terry Rozier for one game over their roles in a skirmish in the final moments of the Rockets-Heat game on Sunday night. Houston coach Ime Udoka was fined $50,000 for verbally abusing a game official and not leaving the court in a timely manner, while the …

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Green scores 30 to lead the Rockets to a 128-111 victory over the hapless Pelicans

Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — Jalen Green scored 30 points in less than 30 minutes on the court, and the Houston Rockets cruised to a 128-111 victory over the hapless, injury-plagued New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night. Fred VanVleet hit seven 3-pointers and finished with 25 points for Houston, which has won four straight and six of seven while climbing to second …

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3 months ago

Jabari Smith Jr. scores 21 as Rockets run away from Hornets 114-101 for third straight victory

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jabari Smith Jr. had 21 points and 11 rebounds, Fred VanVleet added 20 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Charlotte Hornets 114-101 on Monday night for their third straight win. The Rockets stifled the Hornets early on, holding Charlotte to 15 points in the first quarter and 1 for 11 from beyond the arc. Takeaways Rockets: …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors 114-110 for first win in Toronto since 2019

Associated Press

TORONTO — Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green had 22 and the Houston Rockets won in Toronto for the first time in more than five years by beating the struggling Raptors 114-110 on Sunday night. Alperen Sengun had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who hadn’t won in Toronto since Dec. 5, 2019. Ja’Kobe Walter fouled out …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Who are the NBA’s most clutch players this season? Plus, why Jalen Williams is a star

New York Times

The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Three clutch players De’Aaron Fox, Kings: 68 points, 70.2 minutes | 51/43.8/73.3 splits Outside of the Kings’ fanbase, I’m not sure how many people would pick the 27-year-old Fox with the game on the line, but he’s probably been the league’s most reliable player in close situations over the …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

How Fred VanVleet’s lessons with Raptors are paving way for Rockets renaissance

New York Times

MILWAUKEE — The disappointment in Fred VanVleet’s voice, as he leaned against a wall while talking to reporters, spoke louder than what he was actually saying. “Gotta give him a better pass” Behind his exasperation, however, was a reminder that VanVleet has made peace with his commitment to taking a step back within Houston’s hierarchy. I didn’t want to make …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams

The Hindu

Fred VanVleet scored a game-high 38 points and Dillon Brooks nailed a midrange jumper to beat the shot clock and give Houston the lead for good as the host Rockets eked out a 119-116 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday in a matchup between the top two seeds in the Western Conference. Clippers 126, Nuggets 122 James Harden …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Giannis’ block, Damian Lillard’s bucket help Bucks escape with win over Rockets

New York Times

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks haven’t caught many good breaks in what has felt like a snakebitten start to the 2024-25 season, but that’s exactly what they received on the final play of Monday’s game as they eked out a 101-100 win over the Houston Rockets at Fiserv Forum. “I’m happy that VanVleet did not slip this time and I …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers blown out by Rockets in NBA Cup opener for their third consecutive loss

LA Times

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason, left, reaches in to force a jump ball with Clippers guard James Harden during the first half of the Clippers’ 125-104 loss Friday. Jabari Smith Jr. had a season-high 28 points with five three-pointers and the Houston Rockets never trailed in a 125-104 rout of the Clippers on Friday night in their NBA Cup opener. …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rockets Secure Crucial Win Over Knicks Despite Late Surge

Associated Press

The Houston Rockets defeated the New York Knicks 109-97 on Monday night. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with 25 points and 14 rebounds, while Fred VanVleet added 19 points and Jalen Green had 15. The Knicks were led by 29 points from Jalen Brunson and 21 points from OG Anunoby. The Rockets led by three points before a soaring dunk …

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5 months ago

NBA Reliability Tiers: From LeBron to Luka, league’s top stars populate our top 10

New York Times

Welcome to The Athletic’s NBA Reliability Tiers, in which we measure the All-NBA status of the 49 All-Stars during the last three seasons and weigh how much those stars play in the regular season. Boston Celtics PF Tier 1 2 Nikola Jokić Denver Nuggets Average games played last three seasons: 74.0 All-NBA/All-Star last three seasons: 2022 All-NBA First Team, 2022 …

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5 months ago

NBA Reliability Tiers: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton and a tier fit for 2 Kings

New York Times

Welcome to The Athletic’s NBA Reliability Tiers, in which we measure the All-NBA status of the 49 All-Stars during the last three seasons and weigh how much those stars play in the regular season. Sacramento Kings C Tier 2 12 Donovan Mitchell Cleveland Cavaliers Average games played last three seasons: 63.3 All-NBA/All-Star last three seasons: 2022 All-Star, 2023 All-NBA Second …

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5 months, 1 week ago

What to expect from Rockets, Grizzlies and Spurs in the 2024-25 NBA season

New York Times

The 2024-25 NBA regular season is finally here after months of inaction. Ahead of my second season as a regional reporter — covering the Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs — I’ve decided to share everything that’s been on my mind ahead of the new campaign. • If Ime Udoka wants to take the Rockets — who finished …

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5 months, 1 week ago

NBA Reliability Tiers: Tyrese Maxey, Lauri Markkanen and the Kawhi Leonard irony

New York Times

Welcome to The Athletic’s NBA Reliability Tiers, in which we measure the All-NBA status of the 49 All-Stars during the last three seasons and weigh how much those stars play in the regular season. Philadelphia 76ers PG Tier 4 32 Kawhi Leonard LA Clippers Average games played last three seasons: 40.0 All-NBA/All-Star last three seasons: 2022 All-Star No All-NBA performer …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Immanuel Quickley’s contract, Bruce Brown’s status and more: Raptors mailbag, part 1

New York Times

So much for basketball never sleeping. The contract is based on projection and the Raptors didn’t use restricted free agency to their negotiating advantage to get a cheaper deal. Even if the Raptors don’t believe his value, on an expiring $23 million deal, will go up, Brown and his contract may yet provide the Raptors opportunities that haven’t been available …

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9 months ago

Raptors lock up Immanuel Quickley and Scottie Barnes. Now, to avoid mediocrity

New York Times

TORONTO — The sticker shock is going to drive people batty. On Friday morning, minutes before the Toronto Raptors introduced two of their rookies to the media, The Athletic’s Shams Charania broke the news that the team has agreed to sign Immanuel Quickley to a five-year, $175 million deal. So, the Raptors are paying Quickley to be an average starting …

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9 months ago

Houston Rockets add elite shooter by taking Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard at No. 3 overall in NBA draft

Associated Press

HOUSTON — The Houston Rockets selected Reed Sheppard with the third overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding a elite long-range shooter to their young team. When we had the opportunity to pick him, we jumped on it.” The guard, who spent one season at Kentucky, was the first American taken in this year’s draft after French players …

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Rockets run win streak to 9 with victory over skidding Heat

Jalen Green scores 28 and the Rockets down the Bulls 117-114

Brooks scores 19 as the Rockets snap a six-game skid with 94-87 win over the Raptors

De’Aaron Fox? Jimmy Butler? Who Rockets could be targeting at NBA trade deadline

Robo de VanVleet asegura victoria de Rockets 119-115 sobre Lakers

Green has 33 points, VanVleet’s late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over Lakers

Jimmy Butler trade scenarios: Warriors? Suns? Which landing spots make the most sense?

Amen Thompson suspended 2 games, Terry Rozier suspended 1 game for roles in Rockets-Heat fight

Green scores 30 to lead the Rockets to a 128-111 victory over the hapless Pelicans

Jabari Smith Jr. scores 21 as Rockets run away from Hornets 114-101 for third straight victory

Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors 114-110 for first win in Toronto since 2019

Who are the NBA’s most clutch players this season? Plus, why Jalen Williams is a star

How Fred VanVleet’s lessons with Raptors are paving way for Rockets renaissance

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams

Giannis’ block, Damian Lillard’s bucket help Bucks escape with win over Rockets

Clippers blown out by Rockets in NBA Cup opener for their third consecutive loss

Rockets Secure Crucial Win Over Knicks Despite Late Surge

NBA Reliability Tiers: From LeBron to Luka, league’s top stars populate our top 10

NBA Reliability Tiers: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton and a tier fit for 2 Kings

What to expect from Rockets, Grizzlies and Spurs in the 2024-25 NBA season

NBA Reliability Tiers: Tyrese Maxey, Lauri Markkanen and the Kawhi Leonard irony

Immanuel Quickley’s contract, Bruce Brown’s status and more: Raptors mailbag, part 1

Raptors lock up Immanuel Quickley and Scottie Barnes. Now, to avoid mediocrity

Houston Rockets add elite shooter by taking Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard at No. 3 overall in NBA draft